Lt. Gov. Jay Collins sues Republican opponent James Fishback over election residency requirements
Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback fought back Tuesday against an eligibility lawsuit filed by primary opponent Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, who claims Fishback fails to meet state residency guidelines.
Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback fought back Tuesday against an eligibility lawsuit filed by primary opponent Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, who claims Fishback fails to meet state residency guidelines.
Michael Byrne, 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' actor, dies: Reports
Michael Byrne, an actor known for his work in “Harry Potter," “Braveheart" and “Indiana Jones," has died, according to reports. He was 82.
Michael Byrne, an actor known for his work in “Harry Potter," “Braveheart" and “Indiana Jones," has died, according to reports. He was 82.
Homicide investigation underway in St. Pete, no suspect in custody: Police
St. Petersburg police officers are investigating a homicide after a victim was found dead on 11th Street South on Tuesday. Investigators say they suspect foul play but have not yet made any arrests.
St. Petersburg police officers are investigating a homicide after a victim was found dead on 11th Street South on Tuesday. Investigators say they suspect foul play but have not yet made any arrests.
How US tech is being used globally to scam Americans of billions
An investigation reveals that technology from U.S. organizations is being used to fuel a revolution in the scam industry, playing a key role in global fraud.
An investigation reveals that technology from U.S. organizations is being used to fuel a revolution in the scam industry, playing a key role in global fraud.
State-of-the-art firefighter training center in Polk County features largest burn tower in the nation
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Treasure Island secures $2.5M in state funding for new public safety building
Treasure Island officials announced Monday that the state allocated $2.5 million in its budget to construct a storm-ready public safety facility.
Treasure Island officials announced Monday that the state allocated $2.5 million in its budget to construct a storm-ready public safety facility.
Tampa Bay area restaurants struggle: More than 20 local spots close or rebrand
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
Gov. DeSantis unveils Lincoln statue in The Villages ahead of America 250
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in Wildwood on Tuesday morning as part of Florida's official celebration of America's 250th birthday. The monument features the nation's 16th president atop a concrete pedestal holding the Emancipation Proclamation.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in Wildwood on Tuesday morning as part of Florida's official celebration of America's 250th birthday. The monument features the nation's 16th president atop a concrete pedestal holding the Emancipation Proclamation.
Manatee County murder suspect found hiding under bed in Georgia 4 months after double shooting: MCSO
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Alligator bites, deadly attacks in Florida: Year-by-Year breakdown
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
8-year-old jet skiing alone in Big Pass stopped by Sarasota police, father faces misdemeanor charge
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
STEM Achievers summer program: Free technology camp held in Brandon
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Florida woman killed in alligator attack remembered: Full of life, adventure, kindness
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
HOA threatens American flag-flying homeowners as they fight for Old Glory
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
Clearwater psychiatrist accused of having images from documented Russian child pornography series
A Clearwater psychiatrist who owns the Advantage Mental Health Center was arrested after detectives accused him of possessing child pornography, officials announced Tuesday.
A Clearwater psychiatrist who owns the Advantage Mental Health Center was arrested after detectives accused him of possessing child pornography, officials announced Tuesday.
Florida AG targets Orlando Irish dance competition over transgender athletes, policies
Florida Republican leaders, including Attorney General James Uthmeier, are demanding that two dance organizations participating in the upcoming North American Irish Dance Championships in Orlando prevent transgender girls and women from competing in female categories.
Florida Republican leaders, including Attorney General James Uthmeier, are demanding that two dance organizations participating in the upcoming North American Irish Dance Championships in Orlando prevent transgender girls and women from competing in female categories.
These states are hit hardest by child care costs, new data shows
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Rain and storms move across Bay Area chipping away at drought conditions
A weak front is bringing heavy rain and scattered storms across Florida today, placing almost all of the Bay Area under a marginal risk for excessive rainfall.
A weak front is bringing heavy rain and scattered storms across Florida today, placing almost all of the Bay Area under a marginal risk for excessive rainfall.
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
Airbnb guests visiting Polk County accused of stealing from Wawa: ‘Fooled around and found out’
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a group of 15, including three juveniles, who were staying at a Davenport Airbnb came to the area ‘on vacation and will leave on probation’ after he says they stole items from a Davenport Wawa.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a group of 15, including three juveniles, who were staying at a Davenport Airbnb came to the area ‘on vacation and will leave on probation’ after he says they stole items from a Davenport Wawa.