Tampa judge swears in daughter, fellow law graduates
Six Hillsborough County law school graduates were officially sworn in as attorneys on Friday, with presiding Court Judge Elizabeth Rice, who led the ceremony.
Six Hillsborough County law school graduates were officially sworn in as attorneys on Friday, with presiding Court Judge Elizabeth Rice, who led the ceremony.
Brooksville church youth leader arrested on multiple child pornography charges
A Brooksville church youth leader was arrested on multiple counts of child pornography on Friday, according to deputies.
A Brooksville church youth leader was arrested on multiple counts of child pornography on Friday, according to deputies.
Former Tampa police chief’s husband suspended as code enforcement director due to FDLE investigation
Tampa's code enforcement director, who is also the husband of former Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, is under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Tampa's code enforcement director, who is also the husband of former Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, is under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
New 100-acre community park to be built near Lakeland Linder International Airport
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Hurricane Helene recovery in St. Pete continues one year later
It’s been one year since Hurricane Helene hit the Bay Area and while many strides have been made, recovery efforts continue in St. Petersburg.
It’s been one year since Hurricane Helene hit the Bay Area and while many strides have been made, recovery efforts continue in St. Petersburg.
Legacy Lane photography exhibit honors cancer survivors
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Air Force veteran, family displaced by Hurricane Ian get new mortgage-free home in Venice community
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
Des Moines schools superintendent detained by ICE
Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Man accused of killing pet peacocks, eating them, over dispute with neighbor
A fight between neighbors turns deadly for some pet peacocks involved.
A fight between neighbors turns deadly for some pet peacocks involved.
Former detention deputy found guilty in court case
The criminal trial of a former Hillsborough County Detention Deputy concluded Friday with the jury returning a "guilty" verdict on both counts.
The criminal trial of a former Hillsborough County Detention Deputy concluded Friday with the jury returning a "guilty" verdict on both counts.
Crash involving Amazon truck closes part of I-75 northbound
A crash involving an Amazon truck closed a portion of I-75 northbound on Friday afternoon.
A crash involving an Amazon truck closed a portion of I-75 northbound on Friday afternoon.
St. Pete City Council voices support to save shuttered Science Center
After being closed for more than a decade, the St. Petersburg Science Center may have just gotten a lifeline from the City Council.
After being closed for more than a decade, the St. Petersburg Science Center may have just gotten a lifeline from the City Council.
Sherrill blasts Trump, Ciattarelli over ‘illegal’ release of military records
Sherrill claims the Trump administration illegally released Mikie Sherrill’s unredacted Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to Nicholas De Gregorio.
Sherrill claims the Trump administration illegally released Mikie Sherrill’s unredacted Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to Nicholas De Gregorio.
Florida now allows charter schools to move into underused public school facilities
Florida’s Board of Education has voted to expand the reach of charter schools across the state, building on the "Schools of Hope" program created in 2017.
Florida’s Board of Education has voted to expand the reach of charter schools across the state, building on the "Schools of Hope" program created in 2017.
Thunder on the water: Offshore Nationals take over Clearwater Beach this weekend
Clearwater Beach will transform into a racing hotspot this weekend as the 2025 XINSURANCE Clearwater Offshore Nationals bring nearly 90 high-powered race boats to the Gulf of Mexico.
Clearwater Beach will transform into a racing hotspot this weekend as the 2025 XINSURANCE Clearwater Offshore Nationals bring nearly 90 high-powered race boats to the Gulf of Mexico.
Florida AG James Uthmeier accuses State Attorney Monique Worrell of being ‘soft on crime'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Missing Florida men, 2 dogs killed by apparent lightning strike: HCSO
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
St. Petersburg City Council approves Shore Acres floodgate study
The wheels are now in motion for a study to see how two floodgates in Shore Acres will work to eliminate future flooding. St. Petersburg City Council approved having an engineering company analyze data to determine if this is the best course of action for the entire city.
The wheels are now in motion for a study to see how two floodgates in Shore Acres will work to eliminate future flooding. St. Petersburg City Council approved having an engineering company analyze data to determine if this is the best course of action for the entire city.
Florida Amber Alert: No evidence missing Marion County teenager abducted by 4 men, deputies say
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Epic Universe lawsuit: Woman claims 'permanent injuries' after Stardust Racers ride
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.