Motorcycle helmet-clad woman leaves trail of destruction at Sarasota shops: 'Clearly she needs help'
A motorcycle helmet-wearing vandal smashed her way through three local businesses during a Thursday morning destruction spree across the city and county.
A motorcycle helmet-wearing vandal smashed her way through three local businesses during a Thursday morning destruction spree across the city and county.
Sarasota County brush fire contained after homes evacuated in Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood: SCFD
Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.
Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.
Eagle Lake residents push to save 100-year-old former school building from demolition
There's a big community push to save a century-old former school building in Eagle Lake.
There's a big community push to save a century-old former school building in Eagle Lake.
Hulk Hogan's death ruled natural, Clearwater police close investigation
The Clearwater Police Department has officially closed its investigation into the death of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, concluding that the case is an attended natural death.
The Clearwater Police Department has officially closed its investigation into the death of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, concluding that the case is an attended natural death.
Citrus County highlights 19 free Narcan distribution sites for 'Revive Awareness Day'
Citrus County marked "Revive Awareness Day" on Friday by offering free Narcan doses and educational resources at the Lecanto Government Building to help combat overdose deaths.
Citrus County marked "Revive Awareness Day" on Friday by offering free Narcan doses and educational resources at the Lecanto Government Building to help combat overdose deaths.
Wildfires are reversing years of progress on US ozone pollution, study finds
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
Child accidentally shoots himself at Winter Haven home: PCSO
A 6-year-old boy is recovering after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at a Winter Haven home, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A 6-year-old boy is recovering after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at a Winter Haven home, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Over 320,000 security cameras recalled after fire, explosion reports
More than 320,000 outdoor security cameras have been recalled nationwide after reports of overheating, explosions, fires and minor burns.
More than 320,000 outdoor security cameras have been recalled nationwide after reports of overheating, explosions, fires and minor burns.
12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
Kyle Busch's wife opens up after NASCAR legend's death: 'Our hearts are absolutely shattered'
Kyle Busch's wife released a statement on Friday following the NASCAR legend's tragic death. Here's what to know.
Kyle Busch's wife released a statement on Friday following the NASCAR legend's tragic death. Here's what to know.
Arkansas sheriff candidate who killed daughter's accused abuser to not face murder charge
A man, who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser.
A man, who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser.
Hernando County thrift shop finds real human skull in donation bin: HCSO
Hernando County sheriff's detectives are asking for help identifying the person or persons who dropped off a human skull at a Brooksville thrift store.
Hernando County sheriff's detectives are asking for help identifying the person or persons who dropped off a human skull at a Brooksville thrift store.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding location will be in Midtown Manhattan: Report
A-list wedding bells may soon ring in New York City. Reports claim Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have chosen Midtown Manhattan for their upcoming wedding. Here's what to know.
A-list wedding bells may soon ring in New York City. Reports claim Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have chosen Midtown Manhattan for their upcoming wedding. Here's what to know.
7-year-old boy riding scooter dies days after collision with Tesla: FHP
A 7-year-old boy from Lutz died from his injuries just days after being struck by a Tesla while on his scooter, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 7-year-old boy from Lutz died from his injuries just days after being struck by a Tesla while on his scooter, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
Death investigation underway after man found dead in Pinellas Park: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death in Pinellas Park.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death in Pinellas Park.
Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, sending measure to House
The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping immigration enforcement bill that would provide approximately $70 billion in additional funding for federal agencies responsible for border security and immigration enforcement.
The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping immigration enforcement bill that would provide approximately $70 billion in additional funding for federal agencies responsible for border security and immigration enforcement.
National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
National Donut Day: From front lines to family shops, hot glazed donuts remain the ultimate comfort food
The annual National Donut Day celebration is the first Friday of June; and as local donut shops bring communities together across the Tampa Bay Area to honor a sweet tradition, one shop owner tells us the story of how it was born.
The annual National Donut Day celebration is the first Friday of June; and as local donut shops bring communities together across the Tampa Bay Area to honor a sweet tradition, one shop owner tells us the story of how it was born.