New Florida law leads Polk County Schools to add $400 sports fee for non-public student-athletes
The Polk County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a new $400 activity fee for certain non-traditional student-athletes participating in district sports.
The Polk County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a new $400 activity fee for certain non-traditional student-athletes participating in district sports.
Is your bread safe? Here’s what to know after Florida study finds pesticide in store-bought bread
Florida health officials detected a controversial weed-killing chemical in six types of popular store-bought bread, sparking a clash between state leaders and independent toxicologists over consumer safety.
Florida health officials detected a controversial weed-killing chemical in six types of popular store-bought bread, sparking a clash between state leaders and independent toxicologists over consumer safety.
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw retires, takes teaching job at USF
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw announced his retirement Tuesday after more than three decades of service, paving the way for a transition to a university teaching role this August.
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw announced his retirement Tuesday after more than three decades of service, paving the way for a transition to a university teaching role this August.
Google-backed project wants to release millions of 'good mosquitoes' in Florida to fight dangerous diseases
Tech giant Google has a research program that's trying to fight mosquitoes in Florida with... more mosquitoes.
Tech giant Google has a research program that's trying to fight mosquitoes in Florida with... more mosquitoes.
Bradenton breaks ground on $30M City Park project aiming to revitalize community
Local and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on a $30 million project aimed at transforming the area around LECOM Park while providing long-awaited resources to an underserved neighborhood.
Local and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on a $30 million project aimed at transforming the area around LECOM Park while providing long-awaited resources to an underserved neighborhood.
Manatee County man pinned under truck after vehicle slams into home: FHP
A pickup truck barreled through a stop sign and crashed inside a Manatee County home early Tuesday morning, pinning a sleeping resident underneath the vehicle.
A pickup truck barreled through a stop sign and crashed inside a Manatee County home early Tuesday morning, pinning a sleeping resident underneath the vehicle.
Tampa detectives searching for suspect accused of killing security guard with vehicle outside nightclub
The Tampa Police Department says a deadly hit-and-run investigation over the weekend is now considered a homicide case. On Tuesday, detectives identified a suspect and issued a warrant for his arrest following the death of a security guard who investigators say was intentionally hit by a vehicle outside an after-hours nightclub.
The Tampa Police Department says a deadly hit-and-run investigation over the weekend is now considered a homicide case. On Tuesday, detectives identified a suspect and issued a warrant for his arrest following the death of a security guard who investigators say was intentionally hit by a vehicle outside an after-hours nightclub.
Florida man dies after being struck by vehicle while standing outside truck on shoulder of I-4: FHP
An Apopka man was killed Tuesday morning when a car struck him while he stood outside his parked vehicle on the shoulder of westbound I-4, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Apopka man was killed Tuesday morning when a car struck him while he stood outside his parked vehicle on the shoulder of westbound I-4, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Cruise passenger sues Royal Caribbean after tripping over mobility scooter
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises, saying the cruise line’s negligence led to injuries she suffered after tripping over a mobility scooter in a crowded casino aboard one of the company’s ships.
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises, saying the cruise line’s negligence led to injuries she suffered after tripping over a mobility scooter in a crowded casino aboard one of the company’s ships.
SoHo Business Alliance sues Tampa over flood relief project records
A coalition of South Howard Avenue businesses is taking the City of Tampa to court in an effort to obtain records tied to the controversial South Howard Flood Relief Project before city leaders decide whether to move the project into construction.
A coalition of South Howard Avenue businesses is taking the City of Tampa to court in an effort to obtain records tied to the controversial South Howard Flood Relief Project before city leaders decide whether to move the project into construction.
Florida's 3-day gun waiting period faces constitutional challenge
Florida's decades-old gun waiting period is facing a new legal challenge after Attorney General James Uthmeier asked a federal judge to declare the law unconstitutional.
Florida's decades-old gun waiting period is facing a new legal challenge after Attorney General James Uthmeier asked a federal judge to declare the law unconstitutional.
Tampa United hockey team disbanded after unanimous league vote, affecting dozens of private school players
A high school hockey team uniting students from three Bay Area private schools is coming to an end after the Lightning High School Hockey League unanimously voted to dissolve the program.
A high school hockey team uniting students from three Bay Area private schools is coming to an end after the Lightning High School Hockey League unanimously voted to dissolve the program.
Clearwater retail store manager honored by police after stopping $1K gift card scam targeting senior customer
A Clearwater retail worker received a formal commendation after stepping in to protect an older customer from a gift card scam.
A Clearwater retail worker received a formal commendation after stepping in to protect an older customer from a gift card scam.
Crystal River fire: Explosions destroy honey facility
A commercial fire tore through a Crystal River honey processing facility on Sunday, triggering explosions and racking up over $1.2 million in structural and content losses, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
A commercial fire tore through a Crystal River honey processing facility on Sunday, triggering explosions and racking up over $1.2 million in structural and content losses, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
Cuba earthquake: 6.1 magnitude quake triggers tremors across Florida
A powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba on Monday, sending shockwaves that rattled residents from the Bay Area up through north Florida.
A powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba on Monday, sending shockwaves that rattled residents from the Bay Area up through north Florida.
State data on infant formula safety raises questions following expert review
The Florida Department of Health recently raised public safety concerns regarding heavy metals in baby formula.
The Florida Department of Health recently raised public safety concerns regarding heavy metals in baby formula.
St. Pete NAACP, former Bayfront nurse call for review of workplace discrimination claims
A former Orlando Health Bayfront nurse says she spoke up about a racially offensive display at work, then lost her job.
A former Orlando Health Bayfront nurse says she spoke up about a racially offensive display at work, then lost her job.
Bay Area Jewish groups urge cancellation of Ye concerts at Raymond James Stadium over antisemitic remarks
The heat is being turned up on Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, as members at every level of government are speaking out against his upcoming performance at Raymond James Stadium.
The heat is being turned up on Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, as members at every level of government are speaking out against his upcoming performance at Raymond James Stadium.
World War II soldier laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action more than 80 years ago
A World War II hero is finally resting on American soil after more than 80 years.
A World War II hero is finally resting on American soil after more than 80 years.
Florida mom, girl allegedly stole dozens of pins from Disney Springs store, deputies say
A Florida mom and her young daughter were arrested at Disney Springs for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars of Disney merchandise, including dozens of collectible pins, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida mom and her young daughter were arrested at Disney Springs for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars of Disney merchandise, including dozens of collectible pins, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.