Palestinian-American from Florida held in Israeli prison

The family of a Palestinian-American teen from Florida is calling for his immediate release from an Israeli prison, where he has been held for six months. 

Lake Wales Arts Council creates Studio 60 class to fill need

Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.

Governor DeSantis touts 'major progress' on Howard Frankland Bridge, I-275 widening projects

Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday about "major progress" on the Tampa Bay area's largest state-funded road projects, including the expansion of the Howard Frankland Bridge along with a stretch of I-275 in Pinellas County.

DeSantis slams California Democrat over claim 'Diary of Anne Frank' banned in Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed back against claims on Monday that the state banned Anne Frank's famous World War II-era diary, noting it's actually on the state's recommended reading list.

2 dead in apparent murder-suicide at Pinellas County home

Pinellas County deputies are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a man and a woman were found dead at a home on Monday night.

1 killed in Hillsborough County mobile home fire

One person died and more were displaced after Hillsborough County Fire Rescue says a fire spread to two mobile homes late Monday.

Dentists warn about dangers of illegal ‘veneer tech’ trend

Licensed dentists are sounding the alarm about so-called “veneer techs" who advertise quick smile makeovers on social media.

America after Katrina: Eyewitness to disaster

Katrina made landfall in South Florida as a Category 1 hurricane, then strengthened to Category 5 in the Gulf of Mexico. Mississippi and New Orleans suffered catastrophic storm surge and flooding from the Cat 5 storm. 

Tampa will remove 47 street murals after state order

Tampa and St. Petersburg received letters from Florida Transportation Secretary Justin Hall mandating that all painted pavement be removed within two weeks.

Former Bucs DL Will Gholston joins Sickles coaching staff

Former Buccaneers defensive lineman Will Gholston joined the Sickles High School football coaching staff over the summer.