Volunteers to help improve veteran housing in Tampa
More than four dozen volunteers from The Home Depot Foundation and Volunteers of America of Florida will spend Thursday morning upgrading James Cole Veterans Village in Tampa.
More than four dozen volunteers from The Home Depot Foundation and Volunteers of America of Florida will spend Thursday morning upgrading James Cole Veterans Village in Tampa.
Rainbow's lost luster: Diving deep into the forgotten magic of Florida's Rainbow Springs
Before the major theme parks took over, tourists traveling to Florida's Nature Coast in the mid-20th century sought a different kind of magic. They found it at natural spring attractions, and Rainbow Springs was one of the crown jewels.
Before the major theme parks took over, tourists traveling to Florida's Nature Coast in the mid-20th century sought a different kind of magic. They found it at natural spring attractions, and Rainbow Springs was one of the crown jewels.
Foster care advocates looking for support, new foster families this holiday season
Fostering Hope Florida wants to see more people step up to support children in foster care around the holidays, but that journey starts now.
Fostering Hope Florida wants to see more people step up to support children in foster care around the holidays, but that journey starts now.
Retired Navy captain who served in Vietnam finds solace on the water after service: 'It's my therapy'
For Wayne Fernandez, few places offer the tranquility and solace that the open water does.
For Wayne Fernandez, few places offer the tranquility and solace that the open water does.
2-year-old hit, killed by truck in Pinellas County
A child was hit and killed by a truck on 49th Avenue North in Pinellas County Wednesday afternoon, according to troopers.
A child was hit and killed by a truck on 49th Avenue North in Pinellas County Wednesday afternoon, according to troopers.
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins says he will decide 'soonish' on run for governor
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins says he is heavily considering a run for governor. He would be joining a primary fight that has already attracted two Republicans.
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins says he is heavily considering a run for governor. He would be joining a primary fight that has already attracted two Republicans.
Three found with nearly $20K in counterfeit currency accused of using it at multiple Madeira Beach businesses
Three suspects found with nearly $20,000 in counterfeit currency were arrested for using it at multiple Madeira Beach businesses last week, according to deputies.
Three suspects found with nearly $20,000 in counterfeit currency were arrested for using it at multiple Madeira Beach businesses last week, according to deputies.
Living seawall solution to help Sarasota Bay as concrete seawalls are replaced by vinyl, other materials
On Longboat Key you don't have to go far to find fish and a thriving ecosystem. Just look right along Bayfront Park, where it's occurring on a living sea wall.
On Longboat Key you don't have to go far to find fish and a thriving ecosystem. Just look right along Bayfront Park, where it's occurring on a living sea wall.
Suni Bell murder: 5 convicted of killing 4-year-old girl in drive-by shooting to spend rest of lives in prison
The five men who were convicted of killing 4-year-old Suni Bell were sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday morning.
The five men who were convicted of killing 4-year-old Suni Bell were sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday morning.
Five Department of Detention and Corrections employees fired after separate incidents
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri is sharing more information about the termination of five Department of Detention and Corrections employees after two unrelated incidents.
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri is sharing more information about the termination of five Department of Detention and Corrections employees after two unrelated incidents.
Madeira Beach acquires waterfront land for $18M, residents will decide how it will be used
Madeira Beach Mayor Anne-Marie Brooks said the residents of the city will decide what will be done with 4.6 acres of land on Boca Ciega Bay at the foot of the bridge leading to the city.
Madeira Beach Mayor Anne-Marie Brooks said the residents of the city will decide what will be done with 4.6 acres of land on Boca Ciega Bay at the foot of the bridge leading to the city.
Haines City homeowners deal with sewage smell as growing population overwhelms wastewater lift station
Homeowners in several Haines City neighborhoods have become accustomed to the unpleasant smell of sewage. It turns out the odor is coming from a nearby wastewater lift station.
Homeowners in several Haines City neighborhoods have become accustomed to the unpleasant smell of sewage. It turns out the odor is coming from a nearby wastewater lift station.
Morean Center for Clay artists' work on display for 'Potter's Field'
This year's annual members show for the Morean Center for Clay, "Potter's Field", fell close to Halloween and fall.
This year's annual members show for the Morean Center for Clay, "Potter's Field", fell close to Halloween and fall.
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on project to bring living spaces for artists and more to Sarasota
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on their new $57 million McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on their new $57 million McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.
Stabbing suspect accused of attacking man who asked for a cigarette at a Clearwater gas station
One man is in the hospital and another is behind bars after a stabbing Wednesday morning at a Clearwater gas station.
One man is in the hospital and another is behind bars after a stabbing Wednesday morning at a Clearwater gas station.
‘Take Care of Maya’: Appeals court reverses $208M judgement against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Nearly two years after a judge awarded more than $200M to Maya Kowalski and her family, an appeals court reversed the decision in favor of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Nearly two years after a judge awarded more than $200M to Maya Kowalski and her family, an appeals court reversed the decision in favor of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Kapok Tree Inn: Clearwater's Palace of Grandeur
Before the age of theme parks and endless dining chains, one Clearwater spot defined a unique brand of Florida opulence: the Kapok Tree Inn.
Before the age of theme parks and endless dining chains, one Clearwater spot defined a unique brand of Florida opulence: the Kapok Tree Inn.
'I made my own': Hundreds of pornographic pictures, video of children found on Florida man's cellphone
A man has been arrested on charges of capital sexual battery and production of child pornography in Hernando County.
A man has been arrested on charges of capital sexual battery and production of child pornography in Hernando County.
Wauchula officer accused of speeding more than 100 mph while drunk with a baby in the car
A Wauchula officer found himself on the other side of the law after Hardee County deputies said he was driving more than 100 miles an hour, while drunk with his baby in the vehicle.
A Wauchula officer found himself on the other side of the law after Hardee County deputies said he was driving more than 100 miles an hour, while drunk with his baby in the vehicle.
DeSantis: Florida lays down gauntlet on H1B visas, tenured professors, ‘woke grants’ at state universities
On Wednesday, Governor Ron DeSantis was at the University of South Florida to discuss DOGE-style audits at state universities.
On Wednesday, Governor Ron DeSantis was at the University of South Florida to discuss DOGE-style audits at state universities.



















