Florida expands emergency ban on ‘gas station morphine’

Florida officials are expanding an emergency ban to target new chemical compounds that bypass previous restrictions on a high-potency kratom extract linked to hundreds of deaths across the state.

Tampa police address ‘false narrative' that officers opened fire during deadly Father’s Day shooting

The Tampa Police Department is searching for the suspect or suspects accused of shooting a killing a man on Father’s Day in Tampa while dispelling rumors that officers fired their weapons. 

Illegal immigrant accused of violently attacking pregnant girlfriend, kid claimed to have ‘anger issues’: PCSO

An illegal immigrant was arrested and has an ICE hold on him after Polk County deputies say he violently attacked his pregnant girlfriend and threw her 18-month-old daughter to the ground on Saturday.

Wimauma man hospitalized after being rescued from burning home: HCFR

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews pulled a man from a burning home on 12th Street in Wimauma on Sunday night after receiving reports of an occupant trapped inside.

Pedestrian dies after being hit by Hillsborough County deputy's cruiser: HCSO

A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputy driving an unmarked 2024 Chevrolet Silverado hit a pedestrian Saturday around 10:20 p.m., according to officials.

18-year-old arrested after street takeover in Tampa:FHP

An 18-year-old Riverview man was arrested early Sunday morning after allegedly participating in a street takeover and running from state troopers on Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa.

19-year-old charged with DUI after 120 mph chase through Tampa: FHP

A 19-year-old Plant City teenager was arrested Sunday morning after leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a 120 mph chase that ended in a fiery wreck on I-275.

Korean street food restaurant opens near USF in Tampa

A local family has opened Yumsem Eats near the University of South Florida to bring a fast, consistent, and authentic Korean street food experience to the Tampa area.

Armed teenagers arrested at Brandon Mall after threatening victim: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested two teenagers on Thursday after responding to a disturbance involving armed suspects.

Bullard Family Foundation honors local fathers at second annual 'Celebration of Superstar Dads'

The Bullard Family Foundation hosted its second annual Celebration of Superstar Dads this weekend, recognizing the impact dads and male mentors have on their families and communities.

‘Take Care of Maya’: Former attorneys for Kowalski’s face fraud lawsuit in Sarasota County

Maya Kowalski and her family in Sarasota County are suing their former legal team, alleging the attorneys mismanaged millions of dollars from their high-profile medical malpractice settlement. The family claims in the lawsuit that the lawyers diverted funds meant for legal costs to purchase a multi-million dollar home and a yacht.

Permanent memorial at Lakeland sports bar preserves fallen hero Maj. Cody Khork's legacy of service

A permanent memorial display now honors U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody Khork at a Lakeland sports bar following his death in the conflict with Iran. The tribute celebrates the fallen hero's legacy alongside a growing university scholarship fund created in his memory.