Republicans push for constitutional amendment to dock lawmakers' pay during government shutdowns
'No back pay either!!' Rep Ralph Norman declared in a post about the proposed Constitutional Amendment that would kick in during a government shutdown.
'No back pay either!!' Rep Ralph Norman declared in a post about the proposed Constitutional Amendment that would kick in during a government shutdown.
Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
New Port Richey man hit, killed in Tarpon Springs crash after getting out of car on U.S. 19
A New Port Richey man is dead after being hit by two vehicles Tuesday evening at the intersection of U.S. 19 and Tarpon Avenue in Tarpon Springs, officers said.
A New Port Richey man is dead after being hit by two vehicles Tuesday evening at the intersection of U.S. 19 and Tarpon Avenue in Tarpon Springs, officers said.
Florida cracks down on repeat drunk drivers, boaters with Trenton's Law
Trenton’s Law is named after 18-year-old Trenton Johnson, who was killed by a repeat drunk driver. The new law, which takes effect October 1, increases penalties for DUI and BUI manslaughter or vehicular homicide, raising prison terms from 15 to 30 years for offenders with prior convictions.
Trenton’s Law is named after 18-year-old Trenton Johnson, who was killed by a repeat drunk driver. The new law, which takes effect October 1, increases penalties for DUI and BUI manslaughter or vehicular homicide, raising prison terms from 15 to 30 years for offenders with prior convictions.
New Florida law requires landlords to disclose flood risks to renters
Under a new Florida law taking effect October 1, landlords must provide written disclosure of any flood risks or past flood damage before tenants sign a lease.
Under a new Florida law taking effect October 1, landlords must provide written disclosure of any flood risks or past flood damage before tenants sign a lease.
Man, woman found dead inside Tampa home after murder-suicide
A man and woman were found dead inside a Tampa home after a murder-suicide Tuesday afternoon, according to officers.
A man and woman were found dead inside a Tampa home after a murder-suicide Tuesday afternoon, according to officers.
Government Shutdown 2025: Dems vote down Republican funding bill
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
89-year-old Pinellas Park woman retires after running every day for more than 45 years
Lois Bastien of Pinellas Park is like any other 89-year-old, and likes to cross stitch. She's even displayed some of her hard work on the wall of her home.
Lois Bastien of Pinellas Park is like any other 89-year-old, and likes to cross stitch. She's even displayed some of her hard work on the wall of her home.
Friends flooded out by Hurricane Helene create flood barrier company
Hurricane Helene devastated Danny Fustar’s St. Pete home and his friend’s, Enrico Palmerino.
Hurricane Helene devastated Danny Fustar’s St. Pete home and his friend’s, Enrico Palmerino.
5 homes collapse as hurricanes slam North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Five unoccupied homes have collapsed and been swept into the Atlantic Ocean along North Carolina's Outer Banks.
Five unoccupied homes have collapsed and been swept into the Atlantic Ocean along North Carolina's Outer Banks.
Lakeland Linder to begin implementing parking fee on October 13
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free.
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free.
Shriners Children’s Hospital names its first International Patient Ambassador from Mexico
The Shriners Hospital has named Carlota from Mexico as one of two of the first International Patient Ambassadors.
The Shriners Hospital has named Carlota from Mexico as one of two of the first International Patient Ambassadors.
Hillsborough County boy loses part of leg, father still in serious condition after crash near Riverview
A Hillsborough County father and son are in the hospital after a crash near Riverview on Sunday.
A Hillsborough County father and son are in the hospital after a crash near Riverview on Sunday.
Dozens of victims discovered inside Tampa mansion linked to church forced labor scheme
Investigators say a sprawling Tampa mansion served as the backdrop for a disturbing operation.
Investigators say a sprawling Tampa mansion served as the backdrop for a disturbing operation.
Several teens charged with battery after attack at Brooksville Youth Academy
The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating a case of battery involving several teens at the Brooksville Youth Academy.
The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating a case of battery involving several teens at the Brooksville Youth Academy.
Nearly 8,500 Florida acres saved from development
The Florida Cabinet in Tallahassee approved two giant conservation projects in Hardee and Okeechobee Counties.
The Florida Cabinet in Tallahassee approved two giant conservation projects in Hardee and Okeechobee Counties.
Site of President Donald Trump's presidential library in Florida revealed
Florida didn't become a solidly red state until President Donald Trump took office.
Florida didn't become a solidly red state until President Donald Trump took office.
Trump Presidential Library: DeSantis, Florida Cabinet approve Miami site near iconic Freedom Tower
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet on Tuesday approved turning over a 2.63-acre parcel at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet on Tuesday approved turning over a 2.63-acre parcel at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
Bartow artist creates intricate pieces with thousands of little scratches
Artist Tifane Worsley immediately became addicted to the craft of scratchboard art.
Artist Tifane Worsley immediately became addicted to the craft of scratchboard art.
Nearly 2 dozen cats found living in squalor next to dead felines inside car at a Clearwater Starbucks: Police
A Largo man has been arrested after police say 21 cats were found malnourished, living in a dirty car alongside two dead felines.
A Largo man has been arrested after police say 21 cats were found malnourished, living in a dirty car alongside two dead felines.



















