Lakeland police urge 'Red, White, and Kaboom' visitors to prepare for extreme heat
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Florida man hiding from law enforcement following hit-and-run crash captured after calling Uber for ride: HCSO
A Hernando County hit-and-run suspect was captured on Friday after deputies say he called an Uber to help him escape from his hiding spot in the woods.
A Hernando County hit-and-run suspect was captured on Friday after deputies say he called an Uber to help him escape from his hiding spot in the woods.
Wounded veterans partner with marine scientists to restore Florida reefs
Combat wounded military veterans are combining their personal healing journeys with environmental recovery by restoring damaged coral reefs in the Florida Keys. The long-running initiative helps rebuild marine habitats while inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards.
Combat wounded military veterans are combining their personal healing journeys with environmental recovery by restoring damaged coral reefs in the Florida Keys. The long-running initiative helps rebuild marine habitats while inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards.
Gov. DeSantis signs $117.6B Florida budget with tax relief, debt reduction and record reserves
Gov. DeSantis highlighted a fourth consecutive year of reduced state spending while also discussing tax relief, debt reduction, education funding and infrastructure investments.
Gov. DeSantis highlighted a fourth consecutive year of reduced state spending while also discussing tax relief, debt reduction, education funding and infrastructure investments.
2 huge alligators killed after Florida woman dies in alligator attack, FWC says
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Sarasota expands paid parking hours, adds Sunday enforcement and raises ticket fines
Starting Monday, June 29, drivers in the city of Sarasota will need to keep a closer eye on the parking meters. The city has officially extended its paid parking hours and increased citation fines by $5, a move aimed at making the parking division entirely self-sustainable.
Starting Monday, June 29, drivers in the city of Sarasota will need to keep a closer eye on the parking meters. The city has officially extended its paid parking hours and increased citation fines by $5, a move aimed at making the parking division entirely self-sustainable.
Dog rescued after overheating during hike in Citrus County
A large dog was rushed to emergency medical care last week after collapsing from heat stress during a forest hike in Citrus County.
A large dog was rushed to emergency medical care last week after collapsing from heat stress during a forest hike in Citrus County.
Hillsborough County man accused of fatally shooting neighbor's dog after child bitten: HCSO
A Palm River-Clair Mel man is facing felony charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he went into a neighbor's home with a rifle and fatally shot their dog after an incident in which the animal bit a young child.
A Palm River-Clair Mel man is facing felony charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he went into a neighbor's home with a rifle and fatally shot their dog after an incident in which the animal bit a young child.
Publix releases new limited-edition ice cream for summer
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Execution window set for Pasco County killer who murdered ex-girlfriend’s parents 4 decades ago
An 80-year-old man faces execution next month after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for a double murder committed four decades ago.
An 80-year-old man faces execution next month after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for a double murder committed four decades ago.
11-year-old boy found safe after Florida Missing Child Alert issued in Cocoa
An 11-year-old boy has been found after a Florida Missing Child Alert was issued early Monday morning for Sinsira Jackson, who was last seen in Cocoa.
An 11-year-old boy has been found after a Florida Missing Child Alert was issued early Monday morning for Sinsira Jackson, who was last seen in Cocoa.
Fourth of July events guide: Here’s how the Bay Area is celebrating America 250
America is turning 250 and celebratory events are taking place across the Bay Area on the Fourth of July.
America is turning 250 and celebratory events are taking place across the Bay Area on the Fourth of July.
Winter Haven native crowned Miss Florida 2026 in Lakeland
A Winter Haven native is Florida's newest titleholder after Alexandra de Roos was crowned Miss Florida 2026 Saturday night at the RP Funding Center's Youkey Theatre in Lakeland.
A Winter Haven native is Florida's newest titleholder after Alexandra de Roos was crowned Miss Florida 2026 Saturday night at the RP Funding Center's Youkey Theatre in Lakeland.
New Florida law restricts sexual predators from living near public pools
Starting July 1, convicted sexual predators and offenders are not allowed to live within 1,000 feet of a public pool.
Starting July 1, convicted sexual predators and offenders are not allowed to live within 1,000 feet of a public pool.
1 dead after officer-involved shooting in St. Pete: SPPD
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday morning on Pershing Street Northeast that resulted in the death of one person.
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday morning on Pershing Street Northeast that resulted in the death of one person.
3 Central Florida alligator bite incidents within 1 week, authorities confirm
The FWC is investigating three separate alligator bites that occurred in Central Florida within a single week. A snorkeler was bitten June 21 in Marion County's Rainbow River, a juvenile was bitten on the hand on June 27 while fishing along the shoreline in Lake County and a woman was bitten while swimming in Seminole County.
The FWC is investigating three separate alligator bites that occurred in Central Florida within a single week. A snorkeler was bitten June 21 in Marion County's Rainbow River, a juvenile was bitten on the hand on June 27 while fishing along the shoreline in Lake County and a woman was bitten while swimming in Seminole County.
Three children hospitalized after car strikes utility pole and road sign: HCFR
Hernando County Fire Rescue cleared the scene of an accident at West Jefferson Street and Cortez Boulevard on Saturday.
Hernando County Fire Rescue cleared the scene of an accident at West Jefferson Street and Cortez Boulevard on Saturday.
More than 1,400 veterans gather in Tampa for the 40th National Veterans Golden Age Games
More than 1,400 veterans from across the country are in Tampa this week, proving that age doesn't have to slow you down.
More than 1,400 veterans from across the country are in Tampa this week, proving that age doesn't have to slow you down.
‘Every minute matters’: Man rescued by U.S. Coast Guard after medical episode near Tarpon Springs
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a man on Saturday after he experienced a medical episode.
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a man on Saturday after he experienced a medical episode.
Thousands pack St. Petersburg waterfront for St. Pete Pride festival
St. Pete Pride organized a large pride celebration on Saturday. It included a parade and festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
St. Pete Pride organized a large pride celebration on Saturday. It included a parade and festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.