Tickets for 2026 Gasparilla festivities now on sale
The next invasion of pirates in Tampa is just months away, and tickets for 2026 Gasparilla events are now on sale.
The next invasion of pirates in Tampa is just months away, and tickets for 2026 Gasparilla events are now on sale.
SpaceX explosion: Starship explodes prior to static fire test at Starbase facility
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Josh Weil launches 2026 U.S. Senate bid against Ashley Moody
Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.
Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.
Man taken to hospital after Pinellas Park shooting
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday evening after a shooting in Pinellas Park, according to officials.
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday evening after a shooting in Pinellas Park, according to officials.
Mosquito surge in Tampa Bay tied to hurricane aftermath, abandoned lots
Residents across coastal Tampa Bay, especially in areas like Treasure Island, are swatting more than usual this summer — and it’s not just the heat that’s rising.
Residents across coastal Tampa Bay, especially in areas like Treasure Island, are swatting more than usual this summer — and it’s not just the heat that’s rising.
Deadly DUI crash suspect on the run two months after no show at trial, family frustrated
The families of two victims killed in a DUI crash in April 2022 are frustrated after the suspect accused of hitting and killing them failed to show up to court to stand trial.
The families of two victims killed in a DUI crash in April 2022 are frustrated after the suspect accused of hitting and killing them failed to show up to court to stand trial.
Local developer to revitalize historic and blighted downtown Winter Haven properties
A local developer is going to revitalize historic and blighted downtown Winter Haven properties.
A local developer is going to revitalize historic and blighted downtown Winter Haven properties.
Two families get mortgage-free houses in Tunnels to Towers village
Lt. Michael Wessel served in the fire service for more than 14 years before medical complications forced his retirement. He and his family got a new mortgage-free home on Wednesday.
Lt. Michael Wessel served in the fire service for more than 14 years before medical complications forced his retirement. He and his family got a new mortgage-free home on Wednesday.
Search for girl who disappeared while swimming at a Florida beach to end
Nearly one week after a 10-year-old girl disappeared while swimming at a beach in the Florida panhandle, first responders announced they would be ending their active search for Trinity Eslinger at the end of the day on Wednesday.
Nearly one week after a 10-year-old girl disappeared while swimming at a beach in the Florida panhandle, first responders announced they would be ending their active search for Trinity Eslinger at the end of the day on Wednesday.
Hillsborough commissioners vote to stop providing millions in funding for affordable housing program
Commissioners in Hillsborough County voted 5-2 Wednesday to stop providing millions of dollars in funding for an affordable housing program.
Commissioners in Hillsborough County voted 5-2 Wednesday to stop providing millions of dollars in funding for an affordable housing program.
Tarpon Springs Police Officer Nicholas Wood dies at age 29, chief says
A 29-year-old Tarpon Springs police officer has died after a non-work-related medical issue, Police Chief Jeff Young announced on the department's Facebook page.
A 29-year-old Tarpon Springs police officer has died after a non-work-related medical issue, Police Chief Jeff Young announced on the department's Facebook page.
Ronnie Walker murder trial underway, possible motive revealed during opening statements
More than three years after a 14-year-old girl's body was found in a field, the man charged with her murder is standing trial in a Tampa courtroom.
More than three years after a 14-year-old girl's body was found in a field, the man charged with her murder is standing trial in a Tampa courtroom.
New exhibit at Florida CraftArt showcases '99 bottles'
Florida CraftArt's newest exhibition, "99 Bottles," takes a unique approach to the everyday item.
Florida CraftArt's newest exhibition, "99 Bottles," takes a unique approach to the everyday item.
Karen Read not guilty of murder of Boston police officer boyfriend
Karen Read was found not guilty of murdering her Boston police officer boyfriend in 2022.
Karen Read was found not guilty of murdering her Boston police officer boyfriend in 2022.
Nearly 3 pounds of meth recovered, 2 women arrested in Crystal River bust: CCSO
Nearly three pounds of meth was recovered after two women were arrested at a motorhome in Crystal River, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.
Nearly three pounds of meth was recovered after two women were arrested at a motorhome in Crystal River, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.
Florida lawmaker's bill would force ICE to share info on where people are being detained and why
Congressman Maxwell Frost has announced new legislation that would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to share information on where and why people are being detained, among other details.
Congressman Maxwell Frost has announced new legislation that would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to share information on where and why people are being detained, among other details.
New Florida laws taking effect July 1: Here’s what you need to know
Governor Ron DeSantis signed more than 70 pieces of legislation that will take effect on July 1, 2025.
Governor Ron DeSantis signed more than 70 pieces of legislation that will take effect on July 1, 2025.
Brandon road rage suspect denied bond
The woman accused of firing shots at another driver in a road rage incident in Brandon will remain behind bars until her trial.
The woman accused of firing shots at another driver in a road rage incident in Brandon will remain behind bars until her trial.
Florida man posed as flight attendant to score dozens of free flights: officials
Convicted fraudster posed as flight attendant to score 34 free flights across multiple airlines
Convicted fraudster posed as flight attendant to score 34 free flights across multiple airlines
Orioles Minor League Baseball player dies after jet ski crash in Lido Key
A professional baseball player in the Baltimore Orioles' minor league system has died following last Sunday's head-on jet ski crash in Lido Key, team officials confirmed.
A professional baseball player in the Baltimore Orioles' minor league system has died following last Sunday's head-on jet ski crash in Lido Key, team officials confirmed.