Massive fire sparks at popular Tampa dog bar that closed back in June

Tampa firefighters battled a fire Wednesday evening at a building that once housed Pups Pub, a popular Tampa dog bar on Kennedy Boulevard that was closed down back in June. 

Walton Academy remains open despite Hillsborough School Board voting to close due to security concerns

Despite a unanimous vote by the Hillsborough County School Board to shut it down, Walton Academy for the Performing Arts in Tampa remained open on Wednesday, defying district orders and setting up a potential legal showdown.

How Pinellas students can submit their original recipe to the 'Junior Chef Showcase'

Your child has a chance to change the cafeteria food at the Pinellas County School District. They're calling all junior chefs to come forward with a healthy recipe for school lunch. 

Hooters manager running for mayor of Lakeland

A 24-year-old Lakelander is one of the youngest candidates ever running for mayor.

Lakeland World War II veteran reaches milestone before passing away

World War II veteran Edwin Gideons grew up as the youngest of 11 in his family. Times were tough in the 1930s in rural Florida, so he was helping out at home as best he could long before he joined the service.

Super speeders learn that violating new law is a drag

The State of Florida passed a law this year giving extra weight to law enforcement officers dealing with speeding drivers. 

Yankees pitch new round of renovations for Steinbrenner Field

Nearly a decade after their last major renovation to the fan-facing side of their spring training facility, the New York Yankees are once again pitching an upgrade to Steinbrenner Field.

Pedestrian hit, killed by school bus in Oldsmar: PCSO

A pedestrian died after being struck by a school bus on Wednesday morning, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.

Hoax bomb threat sent to 40 Florida school districts: Reports

More than 40 school districts in Florida were reportedly the target of an anonymous hoax bomb threat email, according to districts who received the email.