Cruise ship bomb threat hoax: Man upset girlfriend went on trip without him sentenced
Michigan man Joshua Lowe, who was upset that he had to watch pets while his girlfriend’s family went on a Carnival cruise, was sentenced to eight months in prison Monday for making a false bomb threat.
Michigan man Joshua Lowe, who was upset that he had to watch pets while his girlfriend’s family went on a Carnival cruise, was sentenced to eight months in prison Monday for making a false bomb threat.
Bondi announces lawsuit against Maine for refusing to ban trans athletes from girls’ sports
The U.S. Justice Department announced a lawsuit against the state of Maine for its continued defiance of President Donald Trump’s executive order to keep biological males out of girls’ and women’s sports and violations of Title IX.
The U.S. Justice Department announced a lawsuit against the state of Maine for its continued defiance of President Donald Trump’s executive order to keep biological males out of girls’ and women’s sports and violations of Title IX.
Hillsborough leaders vote to end Cross Bay Ferry service early
The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.
The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.
DeSantis calls out Florida House budget aimed at cutting law enforcement positions
Governor Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference in Fort Myers on Wednesday morning.
Governor Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference in Fort Myers on Wednesday morning.
Man convicted of Tampa murder to be executed 30 years later
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for the man convicted of killing a woman in a Tampa motel room and another woman in California 30 years ago.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for the man convicted of killing a woman in a Tampa motel room and another woman in California 30 years ago.
Dallas school shooting: Teen suspect arrested, charged with aggravated assault mass shooting
A 17-year-old turned himself in after a mass shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School that left at least 4 students injured. Police released new details, saying he was let in through an unsecured door before opening fire.
A 17-year-old turned himself in after a mass shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School that left at least 4 students injured. Police released new details, saying he was let in through an unsecured door before opening fire.
Florida Little League coach arrested for sex crimes with minor, officials say
A Florida Little League coach has been arrested after attempting to meet a 13-year-old to engage in sexual activity, officials say.
A Florida Little League coach has been arrested after attempting to meet a 13-year-old to engage in sexual activity, officials say.
Burn ban issued for multiple cities in Polk County due to dry conditions
Unincorporated areas of Polk County, along with other cities within the county, are now under a burn ban as dry conditions create an increased risk of brush fires.
Unincorporated areas of Polk County, along with other cities within the county, are now under a burn ban as dry conditions create an increased risk of brush fires.
Convicted sex offender charged in murder-for-hire plot against victim's family: SCSO
A man convicted of child sex crimes faces new charges after Sarasota County deputies say he tried to hire a hit man to kill his victim's family in Oregon.
A man convicted of child sex crimes faces new charges after Sarasota County deputies say he tried to hire a hit man to kill his victim's family in Oregon.
Florida Senate tees up tax plan for talks
Despite vastly divergent approaches with the House on tax cuts amid global economic uncertainty, a Senate leader Tuesday said he remains optimistic an agreement can be reached before the end of the legislative session.
Despite vastly divergent approaches with the House on tax cuts amid global economic uncertainty, a Senate leader Tuesday said he remains optimistic an agreement can be reached before the end of the legislative session.
Pinellas County commissioners discuss moving to a county mayor instead of county administrator
Pinellas County voters could get the chance to decide on what form of government they want.
Pinellas County voters could get the chance to decide on what form of government they want.
One of Pasco’s largest parks reopens after Hurricane Helene
Nearly seven months after Hurricane Helene, one of Pasco County's largest parks has reopened.
Nearly seven months after Hurricane Helene, one of Pasco County's largest parks has reopened.
Bill aimed to restrict 'activist judges' awaits Senate vote; Critics call HR 1526 a threat to constitution
H.R. 1526, the No Rogue Rulings Act, aims to limit district courts' ability to issue nationwide injunctions against President Trump's executive orders.
H.R. 1526, the No Rogue Rulings Act, aims to limit district courts' ability to issue nationwide injunctions against President Trump's executive orders.
White House eyes major cuts to NOAA ahead of hurricane season
The Trump Administration is considering major funding cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), raising concerns among scientists, environmental advocates and former forecasters as hurricane season approaches.
The Trump Administration is considering major funding cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), raising concerns among scientists, environmental advocates and former forecasters as hurricane season approaches.
Six arrests made in human trafficking bust in Zephyrhills: Police
Six arrests were made during a human trafficking bust involving multiple state and Tampa Bay area law enforcement agencies, according to the Zephyrhills Police Department.
Six arrests were made during a human trafficking bust involving multiple state and Tampa Bay area law enforcement agencies, according to the Zephyrhills Police Department.
Lake Wales expected to regain control of landmark hotel: ‘Step back into time’
The City of Lakes Wales is expected to regain ownership of an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown.
The City of Lakes Wales is expected to regain ownership of an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown.
St. Pete program cultivating next generation of artists
Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.
Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.
Ex-boyfriend of teen murdered 2 decades ago to be resentenced: ‘She trusted you’
After two decades of grief for a Tampa Bay area mother, she continues to relive her daughter's murder.
After two decades of grief for a Tampa Bay area mother, she continues to relive her daughter's murder.
Florida Aquarium nominated for USA Today’s ‘10 Best’ list – Here’s how you can vote
The Florida Aquarium has been nominated for being one of the best aquariums in the country.
The Florida Aquarium has been nominated for being one of the best aquariums in the country.
Watch: Federal agents tackle man in courthouse, knock over bystander
Security footage shows federal agents tackling and arresting a Venezuelan man, inside a New Hampshire courthouse, knocking over a bystander in the process.
Security footage shows federal agents tackling and arresting a Venezuelan man, inside a New Hampshire courthouse, knocking over a bystander in the process.