Florida scallop season 2026: Here’s what to know
Scalloping enthusiasts are hitting state waters as harvesting windows open for the popular marine activity across several coastal regions.
Scalloping enthusiasts are hitting state waters as harvesting windows open for the popular marine activity across several coastal regions.
Cross Creek park preserves historic Florida home of Pulitzer Prize winner Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
A historic state park in Florida preserves the legendary orange grove and home of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.
A historic state park in Florida preserves the legendary orange grove and home of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.
Woman arrested in connection with Easter death of 85-year-old man at Auburndale mobile home park
Auburndale police arrested a woman after an 85-year-old man was killed at a local mobile home park.
Auburndale police arrested a woman after an 85-year-old man was killed at a local mobile home park.
St. Pete police identify suspect after 86-year-old man, family dog killed
St. Petersburg police have released new details in a homicide investigation after an 86-year-old man was found dead Tuesday in the 5800 block of 11th Street South.
St. Petersburg police have released new details in a homicide investigation after an 86-year-old man was found dead Tuesday in the 5800 block of 11th Street South.
'Liberty by the Bay': Tampa to mark America's 250th anniversary with expanded Fourth of July celebration
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
Fourth of July fireworks could trigger influx of lost pets at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
Pinellas County football coach arrested after 3-month relationship with 14-year-old girl: Deputies
A Pinellas County football coach was arrested on Tuesday for having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old girl, according to deputies.
A Pinellas County football coach was arrested on Tuesday for having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old girl, according to deputies.
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins sues Republican opponent James Fishback over election residency requirements
Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback fought back Tuesday against an eligibility lawsuit filed by primary opponent Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, who claims Fishback fails to meet state residency guidelines.
Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback fought back Tuesday against an eligibility lawsuit filed by primary opponent Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, who claims Fishback fails to meet state residency guidelines.
Homicide investigation underway in St. Pete, no suspect in custody: Police
St. Petersburg police officers are investigating a homicide after a victim was found dead on 11th Street South on Tuesday. Investigators say they suspect foul play but have not yet made any arrests.
St. Petersburg police officers are investigating a homicide after a victim was found dead on 11th Street South on Tuesday. Investigators say they suspect foul play but have not yet made any arrests.
State-of-the-art firefighter training center in Polk County features largest burn tower in the nation
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Treasure Island secures $2.5M in state funding for new public safety building
Treasure Island officials announced Monday that the state allocated $2.5 million in its budget to construct a storm-ready public safety facility.
Treasure Island officials announced Monday that the state allocated $2.5 million in its budget to construct a storm-ready public safety facility.
Tampa Bay area restaurants struggle: More than 20 local spots close or rebrand
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
Gov. DeSantis unveils Lincoln statue in The Villages ahead of America 250
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in Wildwood on Tuesday morning as part of Florida's official celebration of America's 250th birthday. The monument features the nation's 16th president atop a concrete pedestal holding the Emancipation Proclamation.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in Wildwood on Tuesday morning as part of Florida's official celebration of America's 250th birthday. The monument features the nation's 16th president atop a concrete pedestal holding the Emancipation Proclamation.
Manatee County murder suspect found hiding under bed in Georgia 4 months after double shooting: MCSO
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Alligator bites, deadly attacks in Florida: Year-by-Year breakdown
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
8-year-old jet skiing alone in Big Pass stopped by Sarasota police, father faces misdemeanor charge
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
STEM Achievers summer program: Free technology camp held in Brandon
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Florida woman killed in alligator attack remembered: Full of life, adventure, kindness
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Clearwater psychiatrist accused of having images from documented Russian child pornography series
A Clearwater psychiatrist who owns the Advantage Mental Health Center was arrested after detectives accused him of possessing child pornography, officials announced Tuesday.
A Clearwater psychiatrist who owns the Advantage Mental Health Center was arrested after detectives accused him of possessing child pornography, officials announced Tuesday.
Florida AG targets Orlando Irish dance competition over transgender athletes, policies
Florida Republican leaders, including Attorney General James Uthmeier, are demanding that two dance organizations participating in the upcoming North American Irish Dance Championships in Orlando prevent transgender girls and women from competing in female categories.
Florida Republican leaders, including Attorney General James Uthmeier, are demanding that two dance organizations participating in the upcoming North American Irish Dance Championships in Orlando prevent transgender girls and women from competing in female categories.