Tampa joins World's Largest Swimming Lesson as Bay Area drowning deaths top 1,200 over past decade
More than 1,200 people drowned across the Tampa Bay region over the past decade, according to state health data. As families spend more time at pools, beaches and lakes this summer, the city of Tampa is joining a worldwide movement to teach a skill experts say can save lives.
More than 1,200 people drowned across the Tampa Bay region over the past decade, according to state health data. As families spend more time at pools, beaches and lakes this summer, the city of Tampa is joining a worldwide movement to teach a skill experts say can save lives.
Haines City data center project stalled by water capacity shortage
A proposed data center project in Haines City has been stalled because the fast-growing city does not have enough water to supply the facility.
A proposed data center project in Haines City has been stalled because the fast-growing city does not have enough water to supply the facility.
St. Pete pickup truck driver killed in head-on crash: Police
A 72-year-old man was killed early Thursday morning after his pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on with a van in St. Petersburg, according to police.
A 72-year-old man was killed early Thursday morning after his pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on with a van in St. Petersburg, according to police.
Largo to launch open-container entertainment district near new City Hall
The city of Largo is establishing a specialized entertainment district that allows visitors to carry alcoholic beverages outdoors by the end of the summer.
The city of Largo is establishing a specialized entertainment district that allows visitors to carry alcoholic beverages outdoors by the end of the summer.
Surfside condo collapse: New federal report reveals flaws emerged weeks before 2021 disaster
A newly released federal report from the National Institute of Standards and Technology reveals that the structural failures at Champlain Towers South in Surfside began three weeks before its deadly collapse in 2021.
A newly released federal report from the National Institute of Standards and Technology reveals that the structural failures at Champlain Towers South in Surfside began three weeks before its deadly collapse in 2021.
Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Firefighters battle massive industrial warehouse fire in Pinellas Park
Firefighters responded to a major fire at an industrial warehouse in Pinellas Park.
Firefighters responded to a major fire at an industrial warehouse in Pinellas Park.
Suspected drug dealer arrested for murder after deadly overdose in Riverview
A suspected drug dealer is behind bars after a woman died from a fentanyl overdose nearly six months ago, according to deputies.
A suspected drug dealer is behind bars after a woman died from a fentanyl overdose nearly six months ago, according to deputies.
Historic street on St. Pete Beach celebrates massive comeback after 2024 hurricane season
The historic Corey Avenue shopping district in St. Pete Beach is experiencing a major resurgence, as local businesses reopen following devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The historic Corey Avenue shopping district in St. Pete Beach is experiencing a major resurgence, as local businesses reopen following devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Manatee County mother calls daughter's pool rescue a miracle as family reunites with first responders
Emergency personnel and a Manatee County family shared an emotional reunion after a quick-thinking neighbor and a coordinated team of first responders saved a young girl from a near-drowning.
Emergency personnel and a Manatee County family shared an emotional reunion after a quick-thinking neighbor and a coordinated team of first responders saved a young girl from a near-drowning.
Gov. DeSantis signs two bills in Bradenton to make it harder for local governments to raise property taxes
Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a large property tax cut ballot measure central to his message in his last year in office, and on Wednesday he signed two bills in line with that priority.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a large property tax cut ballot measure central to his message in his last year in office, and on Wednesday he signed two bills in line with that priority.
Historic West Tampa community center to be rebuilt in revitalization project
The historic Rey Park Center is being demolished and rebuilt as part of an ongoing effort to revitalize West Tampa, and city leaders officially broke ground on the project Wednesday.
The historic Rey Park Center is being demolished and rebuilt as part of an ongoing effort to revitalize West Tampa, and city leaders officially broke ground on the project Wednesday.
1Voice Academy: Hillsborough schools renews partnership for children battling cancer
Hillsborough County Public Schools officials renewed an agreement Wednesday with Brandon-based 1Voice Academy to continue funding a dedicated teacher for children battling cancer over the next five years.
Hillsborough County Public Schools officials renewed an agreement Wednesday with Brandon-based 1Voice Academy to continue funding a dedicated teacher for children battling cancer over the next five years.
Florida Spectrum Alert: New missing child system for kids with autism launches July 1
Florida will debut the "Florida Spectrum Alert" on July 1, a new emergency alert tool to quickly mobilize the community in locating and rescuing missing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Florida will debut the "Florida Spectrum Alert" on July 1, a new emergency alert tool to quickly mobilize the community in locating and rescuing missing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Citrus County data center proposal withdrawn after resident backlash, hearings canceled
A controversial proposal that could have brought a data center to Citrus County has been withdrawn, county officials announced Tuesday, ending — for now — a debate that sparked strong opposition from residents and previously prompted local government leaders to impose a moratorium on future data center projects.
A controversial proposal that could have brought a data center to Citrus County has been withdrawn, county officials announced Tuesday, ending — for now — a debate that sparked strong opposition from residents and previously prompted local government leaders to impose a moratorium on future data center projects.
Polk County man and suspect hiding after deadly hit-and-run arrested: PCSO
Two men were arrested after a monthslong investigation traced a deadly hit-and-run crash back to a home near Polk City where the suspect was lying low, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Two men were arrested after a monthslong investigation traced a deadly hit-and-run crash back to a home near Polk City where the suspect was lying low, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Manatee County warns beachgoers after rip currents prompt 136 rescues in 3 days
Manatee County officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert after lifeguards responded to dozens of water emergencies along local beaches over a three-day stretch.
Manatee County officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert after lifeguards responded to dozens of water emergencies along local beaches over a three-day stretch.
Florida National Cemetery volunteers highlight the cost of freedom ahead of America's 250th anniversary
A Navy veteran and his wife are spending their days honoring fallen heroes at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell as the nation prepares for America’s 250th anniversary. The couple guides families through the grounds to ensure every veteran's sacrifice is remembered.
A Navy veteran and his wife are spending their days honoring fallen heroes at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell as the nation prepares for America’s 250th anniversary. The couple guides families through the grounds to ensure every veteran's sacrifice is remembered.
Plant City native Matt the Welder challenges Wilton Simpson in Florida agriculture commissioner race
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson faces a Republican primary challenge from a local man who legally changed his name to "Matt the Welder."
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson faces a Republican primary challenge from a local man who legally changed his name to "Matt the Welder."
Fourth of July fireworks get green light in Florida despite widespread wildfire concerns
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.