Weeks after Tampa indictments over AI chip smuggling, Trump authorizes exports of same chips
Just several weeks after the U.S. attorney in Tampa announced the indictments of two Chinese nationals who were smuggling computer chips to front groups that could have sold them to the Chinese military, the president announced that the same chips will be sold to certain Chinese companies.
Woman planning to take her own life rescued at Alderman Ford Nature Preserve: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Ohio surgeon accused of forcing abortion pills on sleeping girlfriend
An Ohio surgeon has been indicted for allegedly crushing abortion pills and placing them in his pregnant girlfriend's mouth as she slept.
Ukrainian sculptor creates otherworldly creatures for exhibition at Herrig Center for the Arts
Natasha Dikareva's newest exhibition, "Emergence: In Solitude & Passage", creates a bevy of emotions for the Ukrainian sculptor.
Florida AG sues Starbucks over alleged discriminatory hiring, promotion practices against nonminorities
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing Starbucks for conducting practices that he says are excluding nonminorities.
Boat catches fire at Westshore Yacht Club Marina: Tampa Fire Rescue
A boat caught on fire at the marina of the Westshore Yacht Club on Wednesday morning, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
5 indicted in firearm trafficking ring after more than 100 Florida guns smuggled into Canada
Federal officials announced the indictment of five men on charges tied to a firearms trafficking conspiracy that smuggled more than 100 weapons purchased in Tampa and South Florida into Canada.
Polk County deputies bust 3 accused of giving kids counterfeit money to spend at Lakeland businesses
A string of purchases made with counterfeit money in Polk County have been linked to three adults accused of giving children fake cash to buy items at Lakeland businesses.
AutoZone opens 53 new stores while navigating inflation, tariff cost increases: Here's where
Auto parts retailer AutoZone now operates 7,710 stores worldwide as it pursues growth initiatives.
Child jumps out, escapes unharmed after suspect steals SUV in Louisiana
Police in Louisiana say a 10-year-old boy escaped unharmed after leaping from a moving vehicle that had been stolen with him still inside.
Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
Research reveals cities where people really, really want to move to – and stay
A new survey shows Americans are favoring affordable, safe, vibrant mid-size cities. Here’s where.
Florida lawmakers target crypto ATM scams
Florida lawmakers are considering new safeguards designed to curb rising crypto ATM scams.
Salvation Army Angel Tree looking for donations to help Pinellas County children
The Salvation Army is making a final push this week to ensure every child and senior enrolled in its Angel Tree and Silver Bells programs receives holiday gifts.
Who is Eileen Higgins? Democrat elected Miami's first woman mayor
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.
Jubilant Sykes, Grammy-nominated opera singer, killed after dispute with son at Santa Monica home
Grammy-nominated opera singer Jubilant Sykes was killed following a dispute with his son at their Santa Monica home.
Families outraged after grave covers removed at Tampa cemetery
Families visiting loved ones at a cemetery in East Tampa have been stunned this week, discovering personal tributes forcibly removed from dozens of graves.
Royal Caribbean passenger who died was served 33 drinks, according to lawsuit
In a case that could have significant implications for the cruise industry, the family of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old man who died aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
Shoppers jump into action to save man who collapsed inside Bradenton Walmart
Shoppers at the Walmart on Cortez Road West in Bradenton helped save an elderly man on Monday after he collapsed in the freezer aisle and hit his head. Witnesses say the man wasn’t breathing when they reached him.
Search underway for armed suspect who robbed Clearwater bank: Police
Detectives are searching for a suspect they said robbed a Clearwater bank at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon.