How Hernando first responders are using drones to save lives
Drones are now a critical part of emergency response in Hernando County. Officials say the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are doing much more than providing a bird’s-eye view — they're helping save lives and property during fires, storms, and search missions.
Drones are now a critical part of emergency response in Hernando County. Officials say the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are doing much more than providing a bird’s-eye view — they're helping save lives and property during fires, storms, and search missions.
Thousands denied in first round of Florida's new home elevation program
Shore Acres residents question how decisions were made in the state’s first round of Elevate Florida grants.
Shore Acres residents question how decisions were made in the state’s first round of Elevate Florida grants.
Neighbors demand answers after decomposing dog found dumped in Wesley Chapel
The body of what neighbors think is a Rottweiler was discovered partially inside a trash bag on a neighborhood street in Wesley Chapel.
The body of what neighbors think is a Rottweiler was discovered partially inside a trash bag on a neighborhood street in Wesley Chapel.
Florida man arrested for beating, hanging dog from tree before choking girlfriend: SLCSO
A Fort Pierce man has been arrested after his girlfriend says she witnessed him hang one of his dogs from a tree while hitting the animal with a stick multiple times, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office.
A Fort Pierce man has been arrested after his girlfriend says she witnessed him hang one of his dogs from a tree while hitting the animal with a stick multiple times, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office.
Some residents push for enhanced manatee protection measures in parts of Hillsborough River
Some residents in Hillsborough County are pushing for more protection for manatees in an area of the Hillsborough River.
Some residents in Hillsborough County are pushing for more protection for manatees in an area of the Hillsborough River.
Crews install AquaFence around St. Pete’s most critical lift station
St. Petersburg just added another tool to protect infrastructure against hurricanes, and it’s a familiar one for the Tampa Bay Area.
St. Petersburg just added another tool to protect infrastructure against hurricanes, and it’s a familiar one for the Tampa Bay Area.
Fort Stewart shooting live updates: Sergeant arrested for shooting 5 soldiers
A gunman who reportedly shot five soldiers at Georgia's Fort Stewart is in custody after an active shooter situation at the Army post.
A gunman who reportedly shot five soldiers at Georgia's Fort Stewart is in custody after an active shooter situation at the Army post.
Florida man accused of looting lobster traps hours before season starts: MCSO
Deputies in the Keys arrested a man they say stole lobsters out of traps hours before the beginning of commercial and regular lobster season.
Deputies in the Keys arrested a man they say stole lobsters out of traps hours before the beginning of commercial and regular lobster season.
Florida Poly offers new fast-track medical degree program to help with countywide doctor shortage
Polk County is experiencing a significant shortage of health care professionals, including dentists and pediatricians, due to its rapidly growing population.
Polk County is experiencing a significant shortage of health care professionals, including dentists and pediatricians, due to its rapidly growing population.
6-year-old spreads joy with homemade bracelets
Huck Dominy, a shy six-year-old from Citrus County, found a creative way to build his confidence and bring a smile to others' faces.
Huck Dominy, a shy six-year-old from Citrus County, found a creative way to build his confidence and bring a smile to others' faces.
Fiber artist comes 'Full Circle' with special exhibition at Dunedin Fine Art Center
Deborah Snider, Dunedin Fine Art Center's first director, returns for an exhibition titled "Full Circle."
Deborah Snider, Dunedin Fine Art Center's first director, returns for an exhibition titled "Full Circle."
'They seemed pretty normal': North Port Police Operation Bad Baby snags husband, wife accused of drug dealing
Neighbors never suspected a thing, but North Port Police knew something was up in the 2000 block of Alliance Ave.
Neighbors never suspected a thing, but North Port Police knew something was up in the 2000 block of Alliance Ave.
HUD housing inspector arrested after sexual battery at New Port Richey apartment complex: Police
A HUD housing inspector was arrested after a sexual battery at a New Port Richey apartment complex, according to investigators.
A HUD housing inspector was arrested after a sexual battery at a New Port Richey apartment complex, according to investigators.
Florida Rep. Cory Mills accused of threatening to release explicit photos of ex-girlfriend, Miss United States
Reigning Miss United States has filed a report with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office alleging that U.S. Congressman Cory Mills threatened to release explicit images and videos of her following the end of their romantic relationship.
Reigning Miss United States has filed a report with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office alleging that U.S. Congressman Cory Mills threatened to release explicit images and videos of her following the end of their romantic relationship.
Tampa students get to shop with a cop
Tampa police officers teamed up with local students for the annual ‘Back-To-School Shop with a Cop’ event today.
Tampa police officers teamed up with local students for the annual ‘Back-To-School Shop with a Cop’ event today.
City of Tampa unveils new pumping station aimed at bringing clean water to the city for generations
The City of Tampa unveiled a new pumping station, and they hope it will pave the way for the city to have clean water for decades – even as the worldwide supply dwindles.
The City of Tampa unveiled a new pumping station, and they hope it will pave the way for the city to have clean water for decades – even as the worldwide supply dwindles.
Hulk Hogan’s daughter didn’t attend his funeral: Here’s what she did instead
Hulk Hogan’s family and friends said goodbye to the iconic wrestler in a private ceremony in Clearwater on Tuesday, but his daughter, Brooke, was reportedly absent.
Hulk Hogan’s family and friends said goodbye to the iconic wrestler in a private ceremony in Clearwater on Tuesday, but his daughter, Brooke, was reportedly absent.
Florida nurse impersonator arrested after treating over 4,400 patients, deputies say
Florida woman, Autumn Bardisa, was arrested for impersonating a nurse and treating over 4,400 patients without a license at AdventHealth hospital in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Florida woman, Autumn Bardisa, was arrested for impersonating a nurse and treating over 4,400 patients without a license at AdventHealth hospital in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Missing baby rescued, armed kidnapper arrested following high-speed chase in Florida: LCSO
A high-speed chase in Florida led to the rescue of a 7-week-old infant and the arrest of his accused kidnapper.
A high-speed chase in Florida led to the rescue of a 7-week-old infant and the arrest of his accused kidnapper.
Sen. Ashley Moody, Linda McMahon highlight 'school choice expansion wins' at Tampa news conference
Sen. Ashley Moody and U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon highlighted what they call "school choice expansion wins" at a news conference in Tampa on Wednesday.
Sen. Ashley Moody and U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon highlighted what they call "school choice expansion wins" at a news conference in Tampa on Wednesday.