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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.