Fire damages home in Progress Village area of Tampa: HCFR

A house fire that broke out in the Progress Village area of Tampa on Monday morning prompted a response from Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Second pilot dies after fiery midair helicopter collision in New Jersey

Two pilots are now dead as of Monday morning after two helicopters collided midair and crashed moments after taking off from Hammonton Municipal Airport late Sunday, according to police.

How to dispose of your real Christmas tree around Tampa Bay

Local governments say Christmas tree disposal is not a one-size-fits-all process. Pickup schedules, drop-off locations, and preparation requirements can change from city to city and county to county.

2026 travel trends: What will Americans do next year?

From hosting the World Cup to celebrating our 250th anniversary, Americans have lots to travel for in 2026. Here’s a look at some of the trips already trending for the new year.

Florida law says it is illegal to set off fireworks before New Years

Florida law states that there are three days when consumer fireworks are legal to use in the state: New Year's Day, the 4th of July and New Year's Eve. Fireworks are banned in the days leading up to these holidays.

IRS reveals updated retirement contribution limits for 2026

The IRS unveiled contribution limit changes for popular retirement plans, including 401(k) plans and IRAs.

St. Pete Pier prepares for massive New Year's Eve celebration and fireworks

What better way to ring in the new year than with thousands of your closest friends watching fireworks on the St. Pete Pier?  There’s a New Year’s Eve event that will have you welcoming 2026 in grand Florida fashion.

5 hospitalized after shooting in downtown Fort Lauderdale, police say

Five people were hospitalized after a shooting outside a bar in downtown Fort Lauderdale, in the early hours of Sunday morning, December 28, according to police.

Man dead in crash at St. Pete intersection, police say

Police say a 31-year-old man was traveling at a high rate of speed in his vehicle when he was killed in a crash Saturday night at an intersection in St. Petersburg.

Florida’s oyster industry plans comeback after years of decline

Florida’s Apalachicola Bay, once producing 90% of the state’s oysters, has been closed since 2020 due to environmental collapse.

Man charged with DUI after crash that killed teen: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man for the death of a 16-year-old after a traffic crash.

9-year-old girl killed in US 301 crash near Selmon Expressway: FHP

A 9-year-old Riverview girl is dead after a crash on U.S. 301 near the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway interchange Saturday night.

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, suspect in Tupac's murder, claims police search was unlawful

Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis say he was a 60-year-old retired cancer survivor when police arrested him – not the dangerous drug dealer prosecutors are painting him to be.

Fire erupts at Brandon home: HCFR

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews battled a fire at a home in Brandon on Saturday afternoon.

Woman dies on Christmas, struck by bullet from man doing target practice nearby, police say

A man in Oklahoma told police he had been target practicing with a new gun he’d gotten for Christmas, when he heard someone died from a gunshot wound a couple of roads over.