Lego unveils new Star Wars sets, Peanuts Snoopy, and more at Toy Fair 2026

Lego is once again going to a galaxy far, far away with several new Star Wars sets being released, all with the Lego Smart Play technology. Lego unveiled its new collections at Toy Fair 2026.

Police investigating deadly shooting in Tampa

Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one man on Sunday night.

Attention artists: The 2026 National Veterans Day poster contest is now open

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.

Pinellas Park teen helps deliver newborn daughter at home

A Pinellas Park teen helped deliver his daughter at home when she was unexpectedly born seven weeks early.

St. Pete Winter Pride braces for record crowds

The streets of St. Petersburg are preparing for a massive influx of visitors as St. Pete Winter Pride kicks off its second annual celebration. After a successful debut last year, organizers are doubling down on events, expectations and impact.

Crash on State Road 50 sends 3 people to hospital: HCFR

Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday night near the Ridge Manor community, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Crews battle massive brush fire burning in Wimauma: HCFR

Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

DHS shutdown: Border czar Tom Homan signals no compromising on masks

Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.

Sarasota's Marie Selby Gardens pairs artwork with nature in latest exhibit

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.

Watch: Smiling toddler gets stuck inside claw machine while parents aren't looking

It only took 15 seconds for 2-year-old Cooper to get stuck inside a claw machine while his parents were momentarily distracted. The smiling toddler didn’t seem to mind.

Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade

The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.

Zephyrhills stabbing leaves man hospitalized, teen arrested on multiple charges: PCSO

A 17-year-old was arrested after a stabbing left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Saturday morning in Zephyrhills, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.

Opposition grows over proposed cruise terminal in Manatee County as new task force rallies residents

Residents and environmental advocates are mobilizing early as plans for a possible cruise terminal near Terra Ceia Bay are sparking debate about growth, conservation and the future of local waterways.

St. Pete's Localtopia event marks 13 years of supporting small businesses

More than 300 local businesses gathered at Williams Park for the 13th annual Localtopia, celebrating “all things local" in St. Petersburg.

St. Pete 'super speeder' arrested for DUI, accused of hitting 101 mph on Howard Frankland Bridge: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was clocked driving 101 miles per hour before leading troopers on a high-speed chase across the Howard Frankland Bridge early Valentine’s Day morning.

Tampa street takeover leads to 100+ mph chase, 4 arrested: FHP

Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.