Polk County triple murderer executed after spending 3 decades on death row
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Efforts underway to revive Crystal River Historic Cemetery from decades of flooding, neglect
Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery was established in 1884 as one of the area’s earliest burial sites for Black residents.
Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery was established in 1884 as one of the area’s earliest burial sites for Black residents.
Pinellas plans to close schools as enrollment continues to decline
Nearly 4,000 fewer students are enrolled in Pinellas County public schools this year compared to last.
Nearly 4,000 fewer students are enrolled in Pinellas County public schools this year compared to last.
Suni Bell murder trial: Five men convicted in murder of 4-year-old girl in Tampa
A jury has convicted five men of first-degree murder in the death of a four-year-old girl.
A jury has convicted five men of first-degree murder in the death of a four-year-old girl.
UF researchers use AI smart traps to catch invasive tegu reptiles
University of Florida researchers are using AI technology to trap an invasive reptile species to protect native wildlife.
University of Florida researchers are using AI technology to trap an invasive reptile species to protect native wildlife.
See it: Monster hail, 70-mph winds leave car wrecked on Nebraska highway
A car suffered significant damage when it was caught in a massive hail storm in southern Nebraska.
A car suffered significant damage when it was caught in a massive hail storm in southern Nebraska.
Florida man accused of shooting at ‘parasite' roommate with an arrow
A Florida man told investigators that he has no remorse over trying to shoot his roommate with an arrow after the pair got into an argument over a vodka bottle that was in the trash.
A Florida man told investigators that he has no remorse over trying to shoot his roommate with an arrow after the pair got into an argument over a vodka bottle that was in the trash.
Firefighters test their skills during mass-casualty exercise at TPA
Tampa International Airport completed its FAA-required Triennial Mass Casualty Exercise Wednesday. This drill modeled a commercial plane crash involving a fuel fire, injury to passengers, and multiple casualties.
Tampa International Airport completed its FAA-required Triennial Mass Casualty Exercise Wednesday. This drill modeled a commercial plane crash involving a fuel fire, injury to passengers, and multiple casualties.
Woman charged with first-degree murder after shooting at Clearwater home: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says a woman has now been charged with first-degree murder in connection to a man's shooting death on August 19 in Clearwater.
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says a woman has now been charged with first-degree murder in connection to a man's shooting death on August 19 in Clearwater.
Bradenton man arrested for DUI, aggravated assault after burn out at downtown intersection
The Bradenton Police Department said a man was showing off, but he got the wrong kind of attention, and it landed him in jail.
The Bradenton Police Department said a man was showing off, but he got the wrong kind of attention, and it landed him in jail.
Imagine Museum exhibition challenges visitors to think outside the box
"Journey of the Imagination" tries to evoke different parts of the imagination and features around 2,500 works of glass art.
"Journey of the Imagination" tries to evoke different parts of the imagination and features around 2,500 works of glass art.
Operation Walk Florida performs over 70 free surgeries in Guatemala
A team of about 65 medical professionals from across Florida is back home this week after completing a week-long medical mission in Antigua, Guatemala, where they helped dozens of patients walk again.
A team of about 65 medical professionals from across Florida is back home this week after completing a week-long medical mission in Antigua, Guatemala, where they helped dozens of patients walk again.
Steven Lorenzo writes to court intention to cease appeals of the death penalty
Convicted killer Steven Lorenzo withdraws from appeals process.
Convicted killer Steven Lorenzo withdraws from appeals process.
Florida Gov. DeSantis, Lt. Gov. Collins unveil Benjamin Franklin statue in Apalachicola
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins unveiled a new Benjamin Franklin statue on Wednesday in Apalachicola. The statue is part of DeSantis' ongoing mission to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence coming in 2026.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins unveiled a new Benjamin Franklin statue on Wednesday in Apalachicola. The statue is part of DeSantis' ongoing mission to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence coming in 2026.
Tests confirm dogs died from heatstroke & dehydration, Frostproof woman arrested
A Frostproof woman who was taking care of her brother's dogs while he was deployed overseas is charged in connection with the death of his pets.
A Frostproof woman who was taking care of her brother's dogs while he was deployed overseas is charged in connection with the death of his pets.
Nearly a year after Hurricane Helene, Blue Ridge Parkway reopens near Asheville, North Carolina
A 26-mile stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina reopened Monday, marking a major milestone in the state's recovery from Hurricane Helene, nearly a year after the historically devastating storm.
A 26-mile stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina reopened Monday, marking a major milestone in the state's recovery from Hurricane Helene, nearly a year after the historically devastating storm.
Florida AG touts the arrests of 6 suspects linked to organized crime ring
Six members of an organized crime ring were taken down in Florida, according to the state’s attorney general.
Six members of an organized crime ring were taken down in Florida, according to the state’s attorney general.
Polk County man busted again on drug charges: 'Just wanted to smoke'
An Auburndale man recently released from jail is back behind bars in Polk County.
An Auburndale man recently released from jail is back behind bars in Polk County.
Shrimpers for life: A Tampa legacy on the line
The Versaggi family has been a pillar of the Tampa shrimping industry for over a century, with four generations now dedicated to the business.
The Versaggi family has been a pillar of the Tampa shrimping industry for over a century, with four generations now dedicated to the business.
When is Charlie Kirk's funeral? All we know so far
Funeral details for Charlie Kirk have been announced by his nonprofit, Turning Point USA.
Funeral details for Charlie Kirk have been announced by his nonprofit, Turning Point USA.