UF student creates Beach Lens app to help Floridians plan safer beach days
Before heading to the beach, one University of Florida Junior wants people to have more information at their fingertips.
Before heading to the beach, one University of Florida Junior wants people to have more information at their fingertips.
How to protect your home from lightning strikes in Florida
Lightning can turn an ordinary summer storm into a dangerous and destructive event. Several recent incidents around the Bay Area have put that risk in the spotlight.
Lightning can turn an ordinary summer storm into a dangerous and destructive event. Several recent incidents around the Bay Area have put that risk in the spotlight.
Tampa drop-in center expands to add free healthcare, dental services for underserved community
Starting Thursday morning, a pair of local nonprofits are joining forces to offer free health and dental care to underserved Tampa residents at a local drop-in center.
Starting Thursday morning, a pair of local nonprofits are joining forces to offer free health and dental care to underserved Tampa residents at a local drop-in center.
Pilot warned Amazon cargo jet was too fast before deadly Miami-area crash, NTSB says
Federal investigators say a cockpit recording from the Amazon cargo plane that crashed near Miami International Airport shows one pilot repeatedly warned the aircraft was approaching too fast and urged a go-around moments before the crash.
Federal investigators say a cockpit recording from the Amazon cargo plane that crashed near Miami International Airport shows one pilot repeatedly warned the aircraft was approaching too fast and urged a go-around moments before the crash.
Lightning strike sparks apartment fire in Brooksville, dozens displaced overnight: HCFR
Hernando County Fire Rescue crews rushed to an apartment complex in Brooksville on Tuesday after a suspected lightning strike sparked a fire inside a 24-unit building.
Hernando County Fire Rescue crews rushed to an apartment complex in Brooksville on Tuesday after a suspected lightning strike sparked a fire inside a 24-unit building.
Hillsborough Co. Battalion Chief remembers brother, FDNY firefighter lost on 9/11
A Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battalion chief is remembering his brother, who died responding to the Sept. 11 attack on the World Trade Center.
A Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battalion chief is remembering his brother, who died responding to the Sept. 11 attack on the World Trade Center.
Three Lennard High School JROTC cadets honored after saving stabbed student near school
Three Lennard High School JROTC cadets in Ruskin saved a fellow student's life after a stabbing near a local store.
Three Lennard High School JROTC cadets in Ruskin saved a fellow student's life after a stabbing near a local store.
Colorado crime analyst sentenced to 10 years for manipulating DNA
A former forensic analyst was sentenced to prison after tampering with DNA evidence in cases, upending convictions and forcing reduced sentences for defendants.
A former forensic analyst was sentenced to prison after tampering with DNA evidence in cases, upending convictions and forcing reduced sentences for defendants.
Florida dengue outbreak: Health officials investigate possible dengue-related death in Tampa
The Florida Department of Health is investigating the death of a Hillsborough County resident that may be associated with a dengue virus infection.
The Florida Department of Health is investigating the death of a Hillsborough County resident that may be associated with a dengue virus infection.
Hillsborough County teacher recovering after close call with lightning strike during dismissal
A music teacher at Dorothy C.
A music teacher at Dorothy C.
Sarasota Orchestra to host 9/11 benefit concert for local first responders
Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are joining forces Thursday for a special benefit concert commemorating the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, with proceeds directly aiding local first responders.
Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are joining forces Thursday for a special benefit concert commemorating the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, with proceeds directly aiding local first responders.
Mother and son killed in accidental Vermont house explosion caused by propane leak
A propane leak caused an accidental house explosion in Granville, Vermont, killing a mother and son and critically injuring another person.
A propane leak caused an accidental house explosion in Granville, Vermont, killing a mother and son and critically injuring another person.
2 pets killed in Citrus County house fire linked to e-bike battery: CCFR
Two pets were killed after a house fire near Homosassa that officials said started near a charging e-bike battery, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
Two pets were killed after a house fire near Homosassa that officials said started near a charging e-bike battery, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
Inside the Sarasota classroom that taught America’s first 9/11 lesson 25 years later
On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, President George W. Bush arrived at Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota expecting to champion a victory for public education.
On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, President George W. Bush arrived at Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota expecting to champion a victory for public education.
Apple unveils foldable iPhone called Duo, iPhone 18 Pro lineup
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Power-Pole’s front porch idea becomes a global fishing brand
What began on a front porch in Tampa nearly 30 years ago has grown into one of the most recognizable brands in the fishing industry.
What began on a front porch in Tampa nearly 30 years ago has grown into one of the most recognizable brands in the fishing industry.
Former Air Force One crew reunites at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport for 9/11
A Sarasota reunion brought together the pilot of Air Force One, security personnel and a local educator who protected and supported President George W.
A Sarasota reunion brought together the pilot of Air Force One, security personnel and a local educator who protected and supported President George W.
US bans Canadian motorcycle, dairy, alcohol imports amid trade war
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
High school student hospitalized after ingesting chemical mixture, officials say
A 15-year-old student was hospitalized Tuesday after authorities said he mixed and ingested several chemicals he brought to Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, Oregon.
A 15-year-old student was hospitalized Tuesday after authorities said he mixed and ingested several chemicals he brought to Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, Oregon.
South Tampa fire damages 4 businesses, owners face long recovery
A batch of businesses in South Tampa are on a long road to recovery after a fire.
A batch of businesses in South Tampa are on a long road to recovery after a fire.