Gov. DeSantis urges hurricane preparedness for 2025 season

Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging all Floridians to be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins this weekend.

Missing Pasco County boy, woman found safe

The Pasco Sheriff's Office says a missing 6-year-old boy and 52-year-old woman have been found safe.

Crews battle early morning fire at Brandon home

Firefighters worked early Friday to put out a fire at a home in Brandon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Florida's solar boom could face federal road block if tax credit eliminated

Florida has seen a massive surge in solar energy, with the state now producing enough solar power to run more than 2 million homes. Nearly 30,000 homeowners installed solar panels this year, taking advantage of a 30% federal tax credit that offsets costs — often saving homeowners thousands of dollars.

Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park

New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.

Alaska man pinned by 700-pound boulder for 3 hours walks away unharmed

A 61-year-old Alaska man was pinned facedown in an icy creek by a 700-pound boulder for three hours. His wife kept him alive until rescuers arrived, using air bags and brute force to free him.

State testing for possible blue-green algae at Lake Crago in Polk County

Water sample testing is underway to determine if blue-green algae is in Lake Crago. State health officials said blue-green algae may be present by the boat ramp near the recreational center.

Hyde Park Village sees change as area grows with new businesses coming in, others leaving

As development booms around Tampa, Hyde Park Village is one of the areas where change is happening. New business is coming in, while other businesses have moved out over the last several years.

Missing Riverview teen sparks statewide alert

Law enforcement officers are searching for a Riverview teenager who ran away from her group home on Monday. 

ICE raid in Tallahassee: 100 arrested at Florida construction site, officials say

More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.

Zephyrhills teen found safe after Missing Child Alert

A Missing Child Alert issued for a Zephyrhills teenager has been canceled. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said the teen was found safe. 

Man who tried to kill ex-girlfriend & killed her dog headed to prison

The man who traveled from Atlanta to Florida, then tried to kill his ex-girlfriend and shot her dog after the attack, learned his fate in a Tampa courtroom on Thursday.

How Hope Pathways of Manatee County is helping those dealing with aftermath of last year's hurricane season

Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.

Horse Soldier Bourbon to open Kentucky distillery

A group of retired Green Berets who started a bourbon business in the Bay Area are planning to open a distillery in Kentucky with hopes of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation.

Bodies of Texas family found in Alaska after boat capsized during 2024 vacation

The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.