Demand outweighs space at Pinellas domestic violence shelter now facing funding cuts

Almost 8,000 people called a domestic violence hotline in Pinellas County last year, and Community Action Stops Abuse (CASA), the county’s primary provider of domestic violence services, said more people are asking for emergency shelter than there are beds available.

New study links toxic algae exposure in dolphins to Alzheimer's-like brain damage

New research from the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine has found striking similarities between the brains of dolphins exposed to algal toxins and those of humans with Alzheimer’s disease.

Lawsuit accuses Polk County Sheriff’s Office of failures during 2016 child rape investigation

A new lawsuit accuses the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of a "pattern, policy, practice and custom, of failing to adequately train and supervise its officers resulting in the deprivation of minors’ constitutional rights."

Hillsborough School Board votes to close Walton Academy due to safety, security concerns

The Hillsborough County School District voted on Tuesday to shut down Walton Academy, also known as The Walton Academy for Performing Arts, due to safety and security issues. 

$70K grant helps expand access to AEDs in the City of Tampa

Every second counts when someone suffers a heart attack or stroke and help can now be found across the City of Tampa through a simple device. 

Spring Hill shootout between neighbors sends suspect to hospital, charges filed: HCSO

A shootout between two Spring Hill neighbors ended with injuries and multiple felony charges for a 26-year-old man, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.

Tampa pastor free on bail after claiming to pull gun in self-defense at city council candidate forum

A Tampa pastor and former Tampa City Council candidate bonded out of jail after being arrested on Tuesday after police said he pulled a gun on one of the remaining candidates during a forum last week.

Drug, gun arrest after man found asleep in car at St. Pete apartment: police

A 23-year-old man is facing a variety of charges after he was found passed out in a Rolls-Royce with drugs and guns at a St. Petersburg apartment parking lot, according to police.

Florida teen, 17, charged in alleged hoax abduction, shooting: Officials

A 17-year-old boy accused of staging a shooting and alleging his own abduction has been arrested and charged, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said.

Flinging fast food creates legal drama for St. Pete man

Perhaps Jordan Cotto had a real beef with the victim, but his choice to launch his lunch created some legal trouble for him.