Advocates call on St. Pete leaders to prioritize youth, safe streets in upcoming budget

As city officials begin shaping next year’s budget, residents and community organizers are calling for greater investment in St. Petersburg’s youth — especially in neighborhoods plagued by gun violence.

Pinellas County scrambles after $9M in federal education grants frozen

Pinellas County Schools are facing a sudden $9 million shortfall after a federal freeze on grant money meant for K-12 programs like after-school care, teacher training and mental health support. 

6-year-old found in pond near Tampa home dies at hospital

A 6-year-old child found in a pond near a Tampa home died Thursday afternoon after being taken to the hospital. 

Newly released documents reveal Bryan Kohberger's disturbing behavior before Idaho murders

Following Bryan Kohberger's life sentence, Moscow police released documents showing the brutality of his crimes, spying on police and accounts of strange, aggressive and bizarre behavior.

Hulk Hogan dead after medical emergency at Clearwater Beach home

Hulk Hogan, one of professional wrestling’s most recognizable and influential figures, died Thursday morning following a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater Beach home. He was 71.

World reacts to Hulk Hogan's death

Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday hit wrestlers, wrestling fans and Bay Area residents hard and it wasn’t long before tributes came pouring in honoring the life of the legendary wrestler. 

Gov. DeSantis announces Florida DOGE audit of Manatee County Government

The State of Florida’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will audit Manatee County Government’s spending and finances, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced at a news conference in Bradenton on Thursday.

Lakeland ranks in top 10 of 100 'boomtowns' in U.S. metros

Five of the fastest-growing cities or 'boomtowns' in the country are in Florida and one of them is in Polk County.

Missing Florida baby may be with the ‘Scooter People’

A statewide missing child alert has been issued for a 7-month-old South Florida girl who may be with a couple known as the "Scooter People."

Young performers prepare for 'Legally Blonde the Musical JR.' at Mahaffey Theatre

As 12-year-old aspiring performer Emma Jenkins entered a recent rehearsal for Legally Blonde The Musical JR., she was excited to learn from a long-time Broadway professional, the original show's Elle Woods, Laura Bell Bundy.