Woman planning to take her own life rescued at Alderman Ford Nature Preserve: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Ukrainian sculptor creates otherworldly creatures for exhibition at Herrig Center for the Arts
Natasha Dikareva's newest exhibition, "Emergence: In Solitude & Passage", creates a bevy of emotions for the Ukrainian sculptor.
Natasha Dikareva's newest exhibition, "Emergence: In Solitude & Passage", creates a bevy of emotions for the Ukrainian sculptor.
Florida AG sues Starbucks over alleged discriminatory hiring, promotion practices against nonminorities
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing Starbucks for conducting practices that he says are excluding nonminorities.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing Starbucks for conducting practices that he says are excluding nonminorities.
Boat catches fire at Westshore Yacht Club Marina: Tampa Fire Rescue
A boat caught on fire at the marina of the Westshore Yacht Club on Wednesday morning, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
A boat caught on fire at the marina of the Westshore Yacht Club on Wednesday morning, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
5 indicted in firearm trafficking ring after more than 100 Florida guns smuggled into Canada
Federal officials announced the indictment of five men on charges tied to a firearms trafficking conspiracy that smuggled more than 100 weapons purchased in Tampa and South Florida into Canada.
Federal officials announced the indictment of five men on charges tied to a firearms trafficking conspiracy that smuggled more than 100 weapons purchased in Tampa and South Florida into Canada.
Polk County deputies bust 3 accused of giving kids counterfeit money to spend at Lakeland businesses
A string of purchases made with counterfeit money in Polk County have been linked to three adults accused of giving children fake cash to buy items at Lakeland businesses.
A string of purchases made with counterfeit money in Polk County have been linked to three adults accused of giving children fake cash to buy items at Lakeland businesses.
Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
Florida lawmakers target crypto ATM scams
Florida lawmakers are considering new safeguards designed to curb rising crypto ATM scams.
Florida lawmakers are considering new safeguards designed to curb rising crypto ATM scams.
Salvation Army Angel Tree looking for donations to help Pinellas County children
The Salvation Army is making a final push this week to ensure every child and senior enrolled in its Angel Tree and Silver Bells programs receives holiday gifts.
The Salvation Army is making a final push this week to ensure every child and senior enrolled in its Angel Tree and Silver Bells programs receives holiday gifts.
Who is Eileen Higgins? Democrat elected Miami's first woman mayor
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.
Families outraged after grave covers removed at Tampa cemetery
Families visiting loved ones at a cemetery in East Tampa have been stunned this week, discovering personal tributes forcibly removed from dozens of graves.
Families visiting loved ones at a cemetery in East Tampa have been stunned this week, discovering personal tributes forcibly removed from dozens of graves.
Royal Caribbean passenger who died was served 33 drinks, according to lawsuit
In a case that could have significant implications for the cruise industry, the family of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old man who died aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
In a case that could have significant implications for the cruise industry, the family of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old man who died aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
Shoppers jump into action to save man who collapsed inside Bradenton Walmart
Shoppers at the Walmart on Cortez Road West in Bradenton helped save an elderly man on Monday after he collapsed in the freezer aisle and hit his head. Witnesses say the man wasn’t breathing when they reached him.
Shoppers at the Walmart on Cortez Road West in Bradenton helped save an elderly man on Monday after he collapsed in the freezer aisle and hit his head. Witnesses say the man wasn’t breathing when they reached him.
Search underway for armed suspect who robbed Clearwater bank: Police
Detectives are searching for a suspect they said robbed a Clearwater bank at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon.
Detectives are searching for a suspect they said robbed a Clearwater bank at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon.
Benchmark Arena becomes Santa's workshop as volunteers assemble 1,000 bikes
Benchmark International Arena looked more like Santa’s workshop Tuesday as hundreds of volunteers packed the space for OnBikes’ annual "Santa’s Bike Shop."
Benchmark International Arena looked more like Santa’s workshop Tuesday as hundreds of volunteers packed the space for OnBikes’ annual "Santa’s Bike Shop."
Shelby Nealy's defense team makes final plea against death penalty in murders of ex-wife's family
Shelby Nealy had a Spencer hearing on Tuesday morning, where his team laid out its final evidence in an effort to convince the judge to spare his life.
Shelby Nealy had a Spencer hearing on Tuesday morning, where his team laid out its final evidence in an effort to convince the judge to spare his life.
Lake Alfred store known for Amish foods, holiday LED sculptures unlikely to return in 2027
Heavenly Honey Amish Warehouse is best known for spreading holiday cheer and selling delicious Amish foods, but next year may be its last.
Heavenly Honey Amish Warehouse is best known for spreading holiday cheer and selling delicious Amish foods, but next year may be its last.
Local fire officials warn of potential holiday fire dangers
Bay Area officials are warning residents about potential fire hazards related to holiday decorations and batteries that aren’t disposed of properly.
Bay Area officials are warning residents about potential fire hazards related to holiday decorations and batteries that aren’t disposed of properly.
Engineers release Florida's infrastructure report card, improvements made
The American Society of Civil Engineers released the state's infrastructure report card on Tuesday. They issued the state a C+, which is an improvement from 2021's report card when the state received a C.
The American Society of Civil Engineers released the state's infrastructure report card on Tuesday. They issued the state a C+, which is an improvement from 2021's report card when the state received a C.
Work progresses on City of Sarasota parks following 2024 hurricane season
Work progresses on City of Sarasota parks following erosion and damage brought by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Work progresses on City of Sarasota parks following erosion and damage brought by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.