From backyard BBQ to bayfront tradition: Tampa Pig Jig keeps cooking for a cause

What began as a few friends firing up their grills in a South Tampa backyard has grown into one of the Bay Area’s biggest charity festivals — the Tampa Pig Jig.

Live updates: 'No Kings' protests in Orlando, Central Florida

Thousands of people gathered Saturday morning at various “No Kings" protests in downtown Orlando, throughout Central Florida, and across the nation. Watch live coverage in the player above.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

What people had to say at the 'No Kings' protest in Tampa

Thousands of protestors gathered in Tampa Bay on Saturday for a "No Kings Day" Protest. The primary objective of the protest was to highlight what national organizers call the "authoritarian leanings" of the Trump Administration.

Several malnourished dogs rescued, Bradenton couple arrested: BPD

Several malnourished dogs were rescued by Manatee County Animal Welfare after an anonymous caller reported seeing skinny and underfed dogs at the home of Adriana O'Hara and Timothy Miller.

'It was just a McMess:' Grady Judd describing angry McDonald's customer shot by employee after dispute

A Davenport McDonald's employee and two customers are facing charges after an argument in the drive-thru line ended with a shooting inside the store early on Sunday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Man accused of abandoning dog during hurricane cleared

The man who was accused of abandoning his dog during Hurricane Milton in 2024 has been cleared.

Ex-Tampa city council candidate claims risk protection order is ‘political assassination’ by mayor

Former city council candidate Elvis Piggott appeared in court on Friday after Tampa police filed a risk protection order against him — a legal action intended to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a threat to themselves or others.

State pushes to lower property taxes in Florida

The State of Florida is taking a big step forward in its attempt to lower property taxes.

Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail unleashes new horrors for 2025

Sir Henry's Haunted Trail in Plant City is back for its twelfth season with new trails and redesigned sets, running through November 1. 

Breast cancer screenings buses help break down access barriers across Bay Area

Friday is National Mammography Day, a reminder for women to get screened for breast cancer and mobile mammography buses are traveling throughout the Bay Area. 

Hillsborough County pet shelter at 600% capacity for cats

The Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center is currently over 600 percent over capacity for cats. Big Picture View

Florida targets states over immigrant truck drivers following triple-fatal crash

After a deadly crash in August on Florida’s Turnpike, state Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to prevent California and Washington from issuing licenses to commercial truck drivers who are not in the country legally.