Haines City crash on US-27 kills Davenport man: FHP

A deadly crash on US-27 in Haines City claimed the life of a 20-year-old after the victim turned into the path of an oncoming Tesla Model 3 at the intersection of Blue Heron Blvd., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know

Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?

Former Israeli defense minister speaks in Sarasota before hostages set free

General Yoav Gallant, who served as Israel’s Minister of Defense during the Hamas attacks of Oct. 7, 2023, spoke at a remembrance event hosted by the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.

Madeira Beach jet ski crash hospitalizes 3 people: officials

A jet ski crash hospitalized three people on Sunday afternoon, according to the Madeira Beach Fire Department.

PCFR Battalion Chief collides with van, multiple people hospitalized

A Polk County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief was responding to an emergency call with lights and sirens before crashing into a van on Saturday morning.

UPS may begin disposing of imported packages over customs issues

UPS may begin "disposing of" imported packages if they cannot clear U.S. customs regulations amid rapidly shifting import rules and requirements.

Healthy bowls and wraps with a Mediterranean flair

Whether you want to create your own bowl or select one they make for you, Boustan in Clearwater has you covered.

Tarpon Springs festival brings hope to businesses after hurricanes

The Tarpon Springs historic Sponge Docks are buzzing again this weekend as crowds pack into the annual Sponge Docks Craft and Art Festival.

School buses involved in crash injuring several students and infant: FHP

Several high school students were hospitalized and a 2-year-old was airlifted to a hospital after a crash involving four school buses and a Ford Exhibition, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

South Carolina bar shooting: 4 killed, 20 hurt

Hundreds of people were at the South Carolina bar on St. Helena Island when the shooting happened. Four people were killed and at least 20 more were hurt.

Fire breaks out at Lecanto home: CCFR

A fire broke out at a home in Lecanto on Friday night, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

Multiple dead in separate Mississippi homecoming shootings

At least six people were killed and dozens injured in two separate shootings during high school homecoming events across Mississippi on Friday night.

Bystanders save teen girl from attempted kidnapping at Clearwater gas station: police

A man was seen dragging a 15-year-old runaway girl from a Clearwater Circle K on Friday evening before bystanders stepped in and helped the girl get away, according to police.

Biden undergoing radiation for prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.