Florida’s test scores decline as nation struggles with student performance
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well.
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well.
Suspects accused of dumping sick puppies in a Largo park illegally bred dogs: Police
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
Truck driver charged with bank robbery after claiming C-4 explosives, firing on officers: feds
Willie Edward McGee Jr. allegedly stole $3,234 from First Citizens Bank before getting into a shootout with Rocky Mount police.
Willie Edward McGee Jr. allegedly stole $3,234 from First Citizens Bank before getting into a shootout with Rocky Mount police.
Officers buy jacket, snow pants for freezing shoplifting suspect
The man was also treated for an infection on his hand that was causing him pain.
The man was also treated for an infection on his hand that was causing him pain.
FBI disrupts alleged ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve attack plot targeting NC grocery store
Prosecutors say Christian Sturdivant, 18, of Mint Hill, N.C., allegedly plotted an attack on New Year's Eve in support of the Islamic State terrorist group.
Prosecutors say Christian Sturdivant, 18, of Mint Hill, N.C., allegedly plotted an attack on New Year's Eve in support of the Islamic State terrorist group.
Artists and businesses prep for Corey Avenue Art and Craft Festival in St. Pete Beach
If you’re looking for a way to support local businesses in the new year, Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach is holding the popular Art and Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
If you’re looking for a way to support local businesses in the new year, Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach is holding the popular Art and Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
State officials move to ban paper straws at restaurants, citing 'concerning health risks'
A bill introduced in Florida takes aim at paper drinking straws and stirrers at food businesses and restaurants.
A bill introduced in Florida takes aim at paper drinking straws and stirrers at food businesses and restaurants.
Homeless drifter accused of killing Barnes & Noble Christmas shopper blamed ‘fight or flight’ outburst: report
The man accused of fatally stabbing a woman inside a Palm Beach Gardens Barnes & Noble days before Christmas had traveled through several states before entering Florida, authorities said Tuesday.
The man accused of fatally stabbing a woman inside a Palm Beach Gardens Barnes & Noble days before Christmas had traveled through several states before entering Florida, authorities said Tuesday.
Lakeland to activate school zone speed cameras starting Monday
Lakeland officials are rolling out new school zone speed cameras in an effort to curb speeding and prevent serious crashes involving students.
Lakeland officials are rolling out new school zone speed cameras in an effort to curb speeding and prevent serious crashes involving students.
Hernando County burn victims airlifted to trauma center after RV fire
Two burn victims are in serious condition after being rescued from a fire early Friday morning, according to officials.
Two burn victims are in serious condition after being rescued from a fire early Friday morning, according to officials.
USF men’s basketball ready for conference play after tough non conference slate
The USF men's basketball season is off to a solid start.
The USF men's basketball season is off to a solid start.
Daytime clubbing comes to Tampa: party early, sleep later
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Florida’s coral reef recovery shows progress after recent dive by Florida Aquarium
A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ecosystem after 2023’s devastating coral bleaching event.
A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ecosystem after 2023’s devastating coral bleaching event.
Pasco County schools share new AI guidelines, Schools of Hope update
The new year is coming with new priorities for Pasco County Schools. The superintendent said they have new guidelines in the classroom for AI, and the district is sorting out its role in the Schools of Hope program.
The new year is coming with new priorities for Pasco County Schools. The superintendent said they have new guidelines in the classroom for AI, and the district is sorting out its role in the Schools of Hope program.
Daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones found deceased in San Francisco hotel, TMZ reports
The daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones was found dead in a San Francisco hotel New Year's Day, TMZ reports.
The daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones was found dead in a San Francisco hotel New Year's Day, TMZ reports.
Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in
Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class.
Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class.
Recreational marijuana could return to Florida ballot in 2026
In 2024, 56% of Florida voters supported legalizing recreational marijuana, but the measure fell short of the 60% needed to pass a constitutional amendment.
In 2024, 56% of Florida voters supported legalizing recreational marijuana, but the measure fell short of the 60% needed to pass a constitutional amendment.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
Florida lawmakers prepare bold 2026 legislative session — here's what's on the agenda
Florida lawmakers and Governor Ron DeSantis are preparing for an unusually active legislative session in 2026. Top priorities include property tax relief, potential elimination of school vaccine mandates and reviewing state and congressional maps.
Florida lawmakers and Governor Ron DeSantis are preparing for an unusually active legislative session in 2026. Top priorities include property tax relief, potential elimination of school vaccine mandates and reviewing state and congressional maps.
Man dead after shooting in Bradenton; no arrest made: Deputies
A man was shot and killed early Thursday morning in the 1300 block of 18th Place East in Bradenton.
A man was shot and killed early Thursday morning in the 1300 block of 18th Place East in Bradenton.