$2.2M COVID relief fraud scheme: 10 Floridians among 11 indicted

Ten Floridians were among 11 indicted after federal officials say they orchestrated a scheme to steal more than $2.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds meant to support small businesses struggling during the pandemic. 

'Flight to the North Pole' enters 40th year supporting children facing the hardest medical conditions

It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families. 

Manufacturer of high-quality artwork expands headquarters in Pinellas County

There's a good chance the artwork you see the next time you stay in a hotel was manufactured in the Tampa Bay Area at Wendover Art Group. Now, the company has added 69,000 square feet to its headquarters, and doubled its manufacturing capacity. 

Rollover crash on State Road 60 leaves man dead, woman and child flown to hospital

A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.

Dead body found in empty Tampa lot, police say

Tampa police are investigating after a man’s dead body was found in an empty lot Friday morning.

Florida health officials explore overhaul of school vaccine requirements

Florida’s Department of Health convened a meeting today to examine potential changes to vaccination requirements for schools and childcare facilities, along with the process families use to opt out of mandates.

Nobel Peace Prize winner rescued by Tampa-based organization

A Tampa-based organization conducted a complex and secret mission to get the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner out of her home country of Venezuela. 

Nasal spray recalled due to possible mold, microbial contamination

ReBoost Nasal Spray, sold nationwide, has been recalled due to potential mold and microbial contamination. Here’s what we know.

Volunteer outfits half of Belleair Elementary with new uniforms: 'Brings me joy'

A longtime Belleair Elementary volunteer spent the past few months doing something major for the school: making sure kids had the clothing they needed to feel comfortable in class.

Florida AG sues Roblox, claiming it misled parents and exposed kids to predators

Florida’s Attorney General is taking Roblox to court, alleging the company created an environment where adults can easily pose as children, contact minors and lure them into unsafe interactions.