DOJ lawsuit: SeaWorld's walker, rollator ban violated Americans with Disabilities Act
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, alleging that its ban on certain wheeled walkers and rollator walkers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, alleging that its ban on certain wheeled walkers and rollator walkers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Manatee County dog with cord severely embedded in neck rescued, now recovering after surgery
A dog found with a cord lodged in his neck is now on the road to recovery after being rescued by officers with Manatee County Animal Welfare.
A dog found with a cord lodged in his neck is now on the road to recovery after being rescued by officers with Manatee County Animal Welfare.
Alligator trapped in soccer net rescued by Manatee County deputies after Gators' loss
An alligator in Manatee County is back in a pond where it belongs after getting trapped in a soccer net.
An alligator in Manatee County is back in a pond where it belongs after getting trapped in a soccer net.
Rays open 2026 season in St. Louis as Tropicana Field repairs wrap up
The Tampa Bay Rays take the field in St. Louis Thursday at 4:15 p.m. to kick off the 2026 regular season.
The Tampa Bay Rays take the field in St. Louis Thursday at 4:15 p.m. to kick off the 2026 regular season.
Rays take $2.3 billion ballpark pitch to Tampa fans
The Tampa Bay Rays took their stadium pitch straight to fans on Wednesday night at The Press Box.
The Tampa Bay Rays took their stadium pitch straight to fans on Wednesday night at The Press Box.
Unsolved Florida: The 1969 Murder of Sylvia June Atherton
A woman was found in a trunk in St. Petersburg in 1969 and for more than 50 years, she was known only as “The Lady in the Trunk."
A woman was found in a trunk in St. Petersburg in 1969 and for more than 50 years, she was known only as “The Lady in the Trunk."
Body camera video shows moments a fugitive wanted for 12 years is caught living in St. Petersburg
A man who detectives say spent more than a decade on the run is now behind bars, after being found living quietly in St. Petersburg under a fake name.
A man who detectives say spent more than a decade on the run is now behind bars, after being found living quietly in St. Petersburg under a fake name.
CASA Pinellas expands legal help for domestic violence survivors through new Stetson Law partnership
A growing need for legal support among domestic violence survivors is driving a new partnership in Pinellas County, one aimed at expanding access to justice while training future attorneys.
A growing need for legal support among domestic violence survivors is driving a new partnership in Pinellas County, one aimed at expanding access to justice while training future attorneys.
Hillsborough County neighbors share concerns over large Two Rivers Ranch development at informational meeting
Dozens of residents in a rural part of Hillsborough County are pushing back against the proposed Two Rivers Ranch development that would bring nearly four-thousand homes to the community.
Dozens of residents in a rural part of Hillsborough County are pushing back against the proposed Two Rivers Ranch development that would bring nearly four-thousand homes to the community.
Hernando County seniors find community and competition on the diamond
The West Hernando Athletic Club for Seniors (WHACS) is more than just a local sports league; it’s a hub for Hernando County residents aged 55 and older to recapture the thrill of the game.
The West Hernando Athletic Club for Seniors (WHACS) is more than just a local sports league; it’s a hub for Hernando County residents aged 55 and older to recapture the thrill of the game.
Sheriff Grady Judd's viral recruitment message to TSA, ICE agents: ‘You'll always get a paycheck’
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
A lemonade stand gets a helping hand from the North Port police
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
Tampa doubles ditch clearing pace ahead of hurricane season, some residents say upkeep remains battle
The city of Tampa announced crews have already graded and cleared more than 13,400 linear feet of ditches so far this year, which is double the pace from this time last year.
The city of Tampa announced crews have already graded and cleared more than 13,400 linear feet of ditches so far this year, which is double the pace from this time last year.
From cancer diagnosis to artist: Tampa girl competes in 'Bob Ross America’s Most Artistic Kid' competition
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience for many. It's what the York family in Tampa endured when their youngest daughter, Ellie York, was diagnosed with leukemia at just 2 years old.
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience for many. It's what the York family in Tampa endured when their youngest daughter, Ellie York, was diagnosed with leukemia at just 2 years old.
Pinellas County man accused of making threats against MacDill Air Force Base
According to federal documents, a man has been arrested in connection with a recent threat made against MacDill Air Force Base.
According to federal documents, a man has been arrested in connection with a recent threat made against MacDill Air Force Base.
Florida middle school student accused of stabbing 2 students, 1 adult on campus
A 12-year-old is facing charges after deputies say the Florida middle school student stabbed two students and one adult while on campus on Tuesday.
A 12-year-old is facing charges after deputies say the Florida middle school student stabbed two students and one adult while on campus on Tuesday.
Democrats score two upset wins in Florida special elections
Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.
Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.
Clearwater police officer honored after two life-saving rescues just weeks apart
A Clearwater police officer who saved a child and a woman in two separate incidents last year received the department’s highest honor Wednesday during the Rotary Club of Clearwater’s luncheon.
A Clearwater police officer who saved a child and a woman in two separate incidents last year received the department’s highest honor Wednesday during the Rotary Club of Clearwater’s luncheon.
Florida AG warns NFL: Drop affirmative-action ‘Rooney Rule’ or face legal consequences
Florida’s chief law enforcement officer announced Wednesday that he will warn National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell that the NFL’s longstanding "Rooney Rule," mandating interviews of minority and ethnically diverse candidates, is illegal in the Sunshine State.
Florida’s chief law enforcement officer announced Wednesday that he will warn National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell that the NFL’s longstanding "Rooney Rule," mandating interviews of minority and ethnically diverse candidates, is illegal in the Sunshine State.
Sarasota's 'Rooted in Community' exhibition highlights artwork from 2 historically Black neighborhoods
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.