DeSantis signs bill regulating costs, water use tied to large-scale data centers in Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new bill Thursday aimed at controlling large-scale data centers and preventing consumers from footing the bill for the massive facilities’ utility demands.

Tampa man in jail agrees to demolish backyard guest house after court denies appeal in neighbor dispute

A Tampa businessman at the center of a years-long legal battle that stemmed from a neighbor dispute over a backyard guest house, pool and pickleball court has agreed to comply with a judge’s demolition order.

Lakeland man accused of beating driver with hammer during road rage: 'Violent and brutal'

A Lakeland man was booked on multiple felony charges after deputies say he brutally attacked another driver with a hammer during a road rage incident in Winter Haven while the victim’s children were inside the vehicle.

FEMA reform: 10 changes proposed to speed disaster aid in Tampa

The FEMA Review Council, which was appointed by President Trump and includes Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, is urging Congress to adopt ten reforms in hopes of speeding aid to those in need and revitalizing a troubled agency.

Hillsborough County school bus data shows fewer drivers passing stop-arms

As the school year begins to wind down, Hillsborough County Public Schools leaders say safety around school buses remains a top priority, pointing to new data that shows progress but also ongoing risks for students.

St. Pete man arrested in Seffner crash that killed teen, accused of leaving scene in Uber: FHP

A St. Petersburg man is facing multiple charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say he left the scene of a deadly three-vehicle crash, then ordered an Uber to return home with his young child.

City of Bradenton Beach saves its police department: "They’re worth their weight in gold"

Residents and business owners filled Bradenton Beach City Hall on Thursday morning, sending a message to city commissioners about their police department that was heard loud and clear.

Florida man accused of strangling puppy suffering from cocaine-induced seizure

A Florida man was arrested, and a puppy is in protective custody at the Humane Society after deputies said the dog was exposed to cocaine and being strangled.

Driver ejected, killed after vehicle goes airborne near US-17

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of the driver in Eagle Lake.

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive returns to Tampa Bay to support families in need

Metropolitan Ministries is once again partnering with the National Association of Letter Carriers for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this weekend.

6-year-old dies days after Oldsmar crash: PCSO

According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the 6-year-old child involved in the crash died from her injuries Wednesday.

Veteran teacher answers a new call to serve in the classroom

Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service. 

Florida’s famous Pomeranian Koda the Fluff surprises 3 families in need with 3-day VIP getaway

Koda the Fluff, Florida’s famous Pomeranian, is turning her social media stardom into a lifeline for children in need. Through her non-profit, Smiles Fur Miles, owner Jena McKinstry has organized the Dreamhouse Adventure for families nominated by their communities.

Crystal River man killed after being hit by semi-truck in Sumter County crash: FHP

A crash at a Sumter County intersection Wednesday morning left one man dead after troopers say his vehicle entered the path and was hit by an oncoming semi-truck.

Bay Area veterans connect and heal through fly-fishing program

Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.