Tampa police investigate vandalism at two Seminole Heights businesses

A quiet Halloween night turned into a troubling morning for two Seminole Heights businesses after both were left with damaged windows.

Florida plane crash: What we know about the victims

Nine people aboard a Learjet 60 were killed Sunday afternoon after the plane crashed into the ground in Palm Beach County, Florida, according to Transportation Secretary Sean. Duffy.

Florida plane crash: 9 dead after Learjet crashes in Palm Beach County, officials say

A private business jet traveling from Texas to the Bahamas crashed into a Florida area Sunday afternoon, killing nine people aboard and forcing hundreds of nearby residents to evacuate, according to officials.

Tampa police search for driver in hit-and-run that killed 1, injured 2: TPD

Tampa police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash that happened overnight after a driver fled from a traffic stop and crashed into several vehicles, killing one person and injuring two others, according to the Tampa Police Department.

Fresh Market brings more than 80 vendors to Hyde Park Village

A bustling open-air market in Hyde Park Village is offering shoppers a direct way to support neighborhood entrepreneurs and stimulate the regional economy as the holiday season approaches.

Tampa woman accused of DUI after driving 105 mph, crashing Mercedes SUV: FHP

A Tampa woman is facing DUI and other charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers said she was driving more than 100 mph before crashing her Mercedes SUV near Interstate 4 in Tampa early Sunday.

2 killed, 11 injured in separate Florida Halloween party shootings: JSO

Two people were killed and 11 others were injured in two unrelated shootings at Halloween parties in Jacksonville early Sunday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

Person dies in Davenport house fire: PCFR

One person died in a house fire in Davenport Saturday night, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.

TECO's Manatee Viewing Center opens with new features for visitors

The Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach is opening for its 2026-27 season Sunday, marking the free attraction’s 40th anniversary with new features and improvements for visitors.

Woman found dead at Sarasota apartment complex; suspect in custody: SPD

Sarasota police are investigating the death of a 31-year-old woman after officers found her dead at an apartment complex early Sunday morning, according to the Sarasota Police Department.

South Tampa goes all out for Halloween with tricks, treats and a neighborhood fundraiser

With Halloween falling on a Saturday for the first time since 2020, South Tampa neighborhoods made the most of the weekend. From trick-or-treating with a twist to elaborate decorations and a fundraiser for children recovering from burn injuries, residents turned the holiday into a celebration of community.

Hillsborough deputies arrest 30 sex offenders during 'Operation Scarecrow'

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested 30 registered sex offenders in October as part of "Operation Scarecrow," an effort to ensure compliance with registration and probation requirements ahead of Halloween.

Historic Tampa flagship transforms into haunted zombie ship for Halloween

The legendary American Victory Ship has transformed into a floating nightmare this Halloween, daring visitors to step aboard and navigate a terrifying Halloween experience in Tampa.

Bay Area early voting ends this weekend: What voters need to know

The final days of early voting are here for Florida voters, but the deadline to cast a ballot before Election Day depends on where you live.

Florida's 14th Congressional District: Kathy Castor faces Mike Beltran

Bay Area voters will decide in November whether to reelect Democratic U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor or send Republican challenger Mike Beltran to Congress in a closely watched race for Florida's 14th Congressional District.

Florida's 1st Congressional District: Jimmy Patronis, Gay Valimont face off in November rematch

Voters in Florida's 1st Congressional District will decide in November whether to keep Republican incumbent Jimmy Patronis in Congress or elect Democratic challenger Gay Valimont, setting up a rematch of the 2025 special election.

Haunted history: St. Petersburg house turns into museum of local lore

A local professor transformed a 1939 house into the Museum of Haunted History on First Avenue North to showcase regional ghost stories and preserve historic Tampa Bay lore.

Pinellas County K9 Logan passes away after sudden cancer diagnosis

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of K9 Logan, a dedicated police dog who died earlier this week following a sudden cancer diagnosis.

Election 2026: Where Byron Donalds stands on data centers, schools, home insurance, and Medicaid

Republican nominee for governor, Byron Donalds, called for wholesale permitting reform to bring down housing costs and set a goal of math, reading and writing mastery for every Florida graduate.