Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
Russian man identified as victim in suspected Burning Man homicide
The victim was identified as Vadim Kruglov of Russia, according to the Nevada Bureau of Land Management.
The victim was identified as Vadim Kruglov of Russia, according to the Nevada Bureau of Land Management.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Lakeland native Gabby Tedesco hopes to grow wrestling after winning gold at Pan Am games
Gabby Tedesco sure knows how to stand out in the wrestling world.
Gabby Tedesco sure knows how to stand out in the wrestling world.
$80M approved for another Tampa wastewater infrastructure project
The City of Tampa announced that $80 million was approved for another wastewater infrastructure project. This project is part of the city's long-term overhaul of its infrastructure system.
The City of Tampa announced that $80 million was approved for another wastewater infrastructure project. This project is part of the city's long-term overhaul of its infrastructure system.
2,000-acre Polk County wildlife habitat — home to eagles, Florida panthers — protected from development
Thousands of acres of a Polk County wildlife habitat, once at risk of becoming a resort development, are now protected forever.
Thousands of acres of a Polk County wildlife habitat, once at risk of becoming a resort development, are now protected forever.
Hillsborough commissioners looking into building ice rink, hockey facility on MOSI property
Big changes could soon be coming to the land surrounding Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), as Hillsborough County commissioners look into building a privately funded ice rink and hockey facility on the property.
Big changes could soon be coming to the land surrounding Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), as Hillsborough County commissioners look into building a privately funded ice rink and hockey facility on the property.
Longtime comic artist's work celebrated at new Imagine Museum exhibit
When Amanda Conner first heard about a potential exhibit at the Imagine Museum, she was surprised and even a little shocked.
When Amanda Conner first heard about a potential exhibit at the Imagine Museum, she was surprised and even a little shocked.
Anna Maria Island establishes 'No Swim Zone' at Bean Point following drownings
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
'Broader than Broadway' uses theater, music to help students build confidence
A group of dedicated artists and educators is using the power of performance to help young people take center stage in life.
A group of dedicated artists and educators is using the power of performance to help young people take center stage in life.
Bradenton police officers come to the rescue when ducklings fall through a grate
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
'Ketamine Queen,' accused of selling fatal dose to Matthew Perry, pleads guilty
A woman known as the "Ketamine Queen" pleaded guilty to illegally selling the drug that led to actor Matthew Perry's death.
A woman known as the "Ketamine Queen" pleaded guilty to illegally selling the drug that led to actor Matthew Perry's death.
Charge dropped against deputy accused of DUI while on duty
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Miami airport chaos as woman grabs crying child from mother, wraps legs around boy to prevent escape
Multiple witnesses intervened to protect the 4-year-old that the woman allegedly claimed was hers at the checkpoint.
Multiple witnesses intervened to protect the 4-year-old that the woman allegedly claimed was hers at the checkpoint.
Florida woman pours bleach over cheating boyfriend's clothes, batters him: Police
A St. Petersburg woman is free on bond after police say she poured bleach over a pile of her boyfriend's clothes after she found out he was cheating on her.
A St. Petersburg woman is free on bond after police say she poured bleach over a pile of her boyfriend's clothes after she found out he was cheating on her.
Which nations have won the FIFA World Cup, and which country has the most wins?
The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in international soccer, but its list of champions is a very exclusive club. Since the first tournament in 1930, only eight countries have managed to lift the coveted trophy.
The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in international soccer, but its list of champions is a very exclusive club. Since the first tournament in 1930, only eight countries have managed to lift the coveted trophy.
Video: Florida deputy rescues dog from middle of road, reunites pet with family
A Florida deputy is earning praise for his effort to rescue Rosco, a dog that was found in the middle of a road, and reunite him with his family.
A Florida deputy is earning praise for his effort to rescue Rosco, a dog that was found in the middle of a road, and reunite him with his family.
Florida Democrat predicts doom for his party in the state for another 70 years
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., lamented Tuesday that his state looks set for Republican dominance for decades to come, particularly after Democratic missteps amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., lamented Tuesday that his state looks set for Republican dominance for decades to come, particularly after Democratic missteps amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Woman hospitalized after accidentally shooting herself: HCSO
A woman is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say she accidentally shot herself on Wednesday morning.
A woman is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say she accidentally shot herself on Wednesday morning.
Hillsborough County leaders share impact of school zone speed cameras
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is shedding light on the impact of speed cameras in school zones, saying thousands of tickets have been issued in less than a year.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is shedding light on the impact of speed cameras in school zones, saying thousands of tickets have been issued in less than a year.