European comfort food restaurant brings old country recipes to Largo

For soul food that reflects Eastern Europe, Monika's European Kitchen in Largo promises slow-cooked dishes that feature favorites from Hungary, Germany and Poland.

Man found dead in vehicle, another injured in South Bradenton shooting: MCSO

Detectives are investigating a shooting early Sunday morning in South Bradenton that left one man dead and another injured inside a vehicle, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrap up 'She Is Football Weekend' promoting leadership for girls through sports

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrapped up their second annual "She Is Football Weekend," a multi-day initiative focused on empowering young girls through sports, leadership and community engagement.

Bay Area volunteers remove thousands of pounds of trash and invasive plants during cleanup events

Volunteers across the Bay Area spent Saturday picking up trash, removing invasive plants and helping restore local ecosystems as part of the nationwide "Greatest American Cleanup" campaign.

Miami-Dade officer-involved shooting: Trooper stabbed by driver with child in car: FHP

A Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in an officer-involved shooting Saturday after he was stabbed multiple times during a confrontation with a driver in Miami-Dade County, according to FHP.

Florida couple accused of faking that son had cancer to collect donations: DCSO

A Florida couple is facing felony charges after investigators say they falsely claimed their teenage son had cancer in order to collect donations from community members and businesses.

St. Pete sub shop opens on Central Avenue with a nod to nostalgia

The smell of the fresh bread greets customers first as they enter Tony D's in St. Petersburg, then there is the case of deli-style cold cuts and other ingredients at the counter to tempt the taste buds.

University of Tampa students try to feed homeless with meal plan credits, school says it's against policy

Dozens of students at The University of Tampa joined together to try and feed the homeless using what they have. In this case, students were using leftover meal credits from the dining hall to take food to go help the hungry.

'Extreme' water shortage triggered in Tampa Bay area: What residents need to know

The Tampa Bay area is facing one of the most severe water shortages the region has seen in decades, as ongoing drought conditions push local water supplies to extreme levels.

Tampa car dealer sentenced to prison, accused of $372K car loan fraud scheme

A 27-year-old Tampa man is heading to federal prison after investigators say he used his position as a car dealer to submit fake loan applications and insurance claims.

Disney on Ice performers hosts skate clinic for young Bay Area skaters ahead of 'Mickey's Search Party'

Disney on Ice is set for performances at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa through March 8. Ahead of Friday's show, though, performers hosted a skating clinic with young Bay Area skaters. 

Operation Desert Storm veterans honored in Hillsborough County

A commemoration ceremony was held at Veterans Park along US-301 to honor those who served in Operation Desert Storm.

Howard Frankland Bridge northbound lanes to close Tuesday night

Motorists traveling northbound on I-275 toward the Howard Frankland Bridge will need to find another route on Tuesday night.