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. 

5 people displaced after Spring Lake home destroyed by fire: HCFR

Five people have been displaced after a fire destroyed their home in the Spring Lake area of Highlands County on Tuesday afternoon, according to officials.

Bald eagle rescued from alligator-filled Florida canal after crash-landing

In what’s dubbed a ‘majestic save’, deputies in Florida rescued an injured bald eagle that got stuck in a canal unable to take flight.

Several hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash in Brooksville: HCFR

Two people have been hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash on westbound Cortez Boulevard and Dorsey Smith Road according to Hernado County Fire Rescue (HCFR).

Hillsborough County deputy arrested for domestic violence: HCSO

The St. Petersburg Police Department arrested a Hillsborough County deputy following a domestic violence incident in St. Petersburg. 

Tampa Bay federal agent, Marine veteran honored as community hero after surviving shooting

Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.

Deadly St. Pete house fire ruled as arson

St. Petersburg police are asking for the public’s help after it determined a deadly house fire was caused by arson. 

Democrat Brian Nathan upsets Republican Josie Tomkow in race for Senate District 14; unofficial results

Democrat Brian Nathan pulled off an upset against Republican Josie Tomkow for Senate District 14, which covers parts of Hillsborough County, according to the unofficial results posted by the supervisor of elections office.