Bay Area veterinarians sound alarm on mental health crisis

Veterinarians across Tampa Bay say a mental health crisis is impacting their profession, one that often goes unseen behind exam room doors.

IndyCar Series season roars to life in downtown St. Pete

The 2026 IndyCar Series season kicked off in downtown St. Petersburg on a 1.8-mile, 14-turn street circuit that runs through city streets and along Albert Whitted Airport.

Citrus County multi-vehicle crash leaves 1 dead, driver runs from scene: FHP

A hit-and-run crash involving five vehicles on U.S. 41 in Holder left one person dead and several others injured Friday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Electrical fire destroys tent at liquidator store near Dunnellon: CCFR

Firefighters contained an electrical fire Sunday morning that burned through a tent at the Outlaw Wholesale Liquidators store near Dunnellon, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

Saucy by KFC is the latest salvo in the local chicken wars

If you haven't noticed, some of the local Kentucy Fried Chicken locations are changing to something called Saucy by KFC. 

Engines roar as 2026 IndyCar season kicks off in St. Pete

Gentleman, start your engines!  The racing season starts in St. Petersburg where drivers of all levels are ready to compete!

Illegal immigrant arrested after showing up to Florida Border Patrol office for contract IT work

An illegal immigrant who reported to a U.S. Border Patrol site in Florida to perform some Information technology contractual work was arrested when authorities were made aware of his citizenship status, officials said. 

Zephyrhills man reflects on survival story after strangers save him from cardiac arrest

A Zephyrhills man is honoring American Heart Month by celebrating what he calls his "second life" after surviving a near-fatal cardiac arrest during a beach vacation last summer.

Bus driver falls asleep at wheel, hits utility pole in Brooksville: HCSO

The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a transit bus driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel and drove off the road, hitting a utility pole Friday morning in Brooksville.

Winter Haven crash on State Road 540 claims life of 79-year-old woman: PCSO

A 79-year-old woman was killed Friday afternoon in a crash at an intersection in Winter Haven, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Lakeland woman accused of performing unlicensed animal surgeries, dogs found living in filthy conditions: PCSO

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says a Lakeland woman is facing multiple charges after she illegally possessed a veterinary sedative, performed surgeries on dogs without a license and kept dogs in filthy conditions at a home.

Salad as fast food is a simple healthy option in South Tampa

In December, the Just Salad trend opened in South Tampa on West Neptune Street. They bring fresh foods with fun flavors into the healthy lane for lunchgoers and those seeking a delicious dinner option. That is all packaged in a quick service restaurant for dining in or take out.

2-time St. Pete Grand Prix winner Sébastien Bourdais raises $40K for Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

No one knows the streets of St. Petersburg quite like two-time St. Pete Grand Prix winner Sébastien Bourdais. The former ChampCar, IndyCar, F-1 and current IMSA driver invited FOX 13’s Mark Wilson for a ride around the track in a Mazda MX-5 — much like the car he’ll race Sunday after the IndyCar race.