Hillsborough County issues burn ban as warm temperatures, dry conditions pose increased wildfire risk
Hillsborough County issued a burn ban on Friday as warm temperatures and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires, officials said.
Hillsborough County issued a burn ban on Friday as warm temperatures and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires, officials said.
Four arrested after officers bust illegal drug operation in North Tampa
Four suspects are behind bars after officers busted an illegal drug operation inside a North Tampa home on Wednesday, police said.
Four suspects are behind bars after officers busted an illegal drug operation inside a North Tampa home on Wednesday, police said.
TECO rate hikes get backing
The Florida Public Service Commission should stand behind its decision to approve base-rate increases for Tampa Electric Co. after objections were raised by consumer representatives, the commission’s staff recommended Thursday.
The Florida Public Service Commission should stand behind its decision to approve base-rate increases for Tampa Electric Co. after objections were raised by consumer representatives, the commission’s staff recommended Thursday.
UF researchers: How urban green spaces can be designed to benefit humans, wildlife
University of Florida researchers studied how urban green spaces can be designed in a way to benefit both humans and wildlife.
University of Florida researchers studied how urban green spaces can be designed in a way to benefit both humans and wildlife.
Tampa man accused of having sexual relationship with 13-year-old girl messaged 11 other juveniles: MCSO
A Tampa man has been arrested after deputies say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl in Marion County.
A Tampa man has been arrested after deputies say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl in Marion County.
Michigan nuclear plant set to restart; first for U.S.
The Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan is one step closer to restarting as President Trump forges ahead to thaw American energy sources.
The Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan is one step closer to restarting as President Trump forges ahead to thaw American energy sources.
Man killed, another hurt in self-defense shooting at restaurant: LPD
An argument at a Lakeland restaurant led to a man firing shots in self-defense, killing one man and injuring another, according to police.
An argument at a Lakeland restaurant led to a man firing shots in self-defense, killing one man and injuring another, according to police.
‘Brazen burglar’ busted after being caught on camera yanking cash drawer from Lakeland store: LPD
A brazen burglar is behind bars after police say he swiped a cash register from a Michael’s store in Lakeland.
A brazen burglar is behind bars after police say he swiped a cash register from a Michael’s store in Lakeland.
St. Pete leaders debate demolishing Al Lang Stadium as part of proposed downtown redevelopment
City leaders in St. Petersburg are looking at the future of its downtown waterfront – and the nearly 80-year-old Al Lang Stadium might not be a part of it.
City leaders in St. Petersburg are looking at the future of its downtown waterfront – and the nearly 80-year-old Al Lang Stadium might not be a part of it.
Video: Florida deputies capture gator spotted at high school
Some Manatee County deputies had the tough task of wrangling a gator that had made its way onto a high school campus, according to the sheriff's office.
Some Manatee County deputies had the tough task of wrangling a gator that had made its way onto a high school campus, according to the sheriff's office.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn says he's running again
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Boyette Road to close for weeks at U.S. 301 in Hillsborough County. Here's what to know
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
Former Rep. David Jolly registers as Democrat ahead of possible run for governor
Former Republican Rep. David Jolly has registered as a Democrat and says he's considering a campaign for Florida governor in 2026.
Former Republican Rep. David Jolly has registered as a Democrat and says he's considering a campaign for Florida governor in 2026.
Pinellas County holds 'State of the Beaches' conversation after devastating storms
The leaders of several Pinellas County beach communities gathered Thursday for a "State of the Beaches" conversation.
The leaders of several Pinellas County beach communities gathered Thursday for a "State of the Beaches" conversation.
Trump pardons Nevada lawmaker who used slain officer memorial funds for plastic surgery
President Trump grants a full pardon to Nevada Republican Michele Fiore, who was convicted of fraud for misusing funds intended for a slain police officer’s statue.
President Trump grants a full pardon to Nevada Republican Michele Fiore, who was convicted of fraud for misusing funds intended for a slain police officer’s statue.
SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida
SpaceX launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit on Thursday night from Florida.
SpaceX launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit on Thursday night from Florida.
‘Four Down’ documentary film chronicling Nick Schuyler’s dramatic rescue premieres in St. Pete
The dramatic rescue of Nick Schuyler from a capsized boat in the Gulf in 2009 is now on the big screen through the world premiere Thursday of the documentary film "Four Down."
The dramatic rescue of Nick Schuyler from a capsized boat in the Gulf in 2009 is now on the big screen through the world premiere Thursday of the documentary film "Four Down."
Schmidt scores again, Bobrovsky has 19 saves as Panthers beat Lightning 2-0 for 2-0 series lead
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
More possible graves found under Tropicana Field parking lots after expanded radar search
An expanded radar search at a Tropicana Field parking lot found more possible graves and areas of interest.
An expanded radar search at a Tropicana Field parking lot found more possible graves and areas of interest.
Largo man accused of having child porn, video showing person having sex with dog
A Largo man is behind bars after he was caught with child pornography and a video that showed someone having sex with a dog, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
A Largo man is behind bars after he was caught with child pornography and a video that showed someone having sex with a dog, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.