New ranking shows the best and worst states for women's equality

Here's which states topped a new ranking of the best states for women’s equality. See which states lead on pay, jobs, education and political representation.

Ruskin dock murder: Man sentenced to life in prison

A Hillsborough County judge sentenced Kamal Padlowski to life in prison Monday after he was convicted of murdering a man on a boat dock.

2 US regions lead ranking of 2025 population growth: See full list

A new look at recent population changes in the United States shows a definite pattern in where people choose to live. All five states that top the leaderboard for population growth sit either in the South or the Rocky Mountains. 

Rays select builder as funding debate continues for proposed Tampa stadium

The Tampa Bay Rays have selected stadium builder AECOM Hunt for a proposed new ballpark, though local leaders are still working to finalize a financing agreement.

USF St. Petersburg launches industrial composter to tackle food waste

Scraps from students’ plates and dining hall kitchens at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg are getting a second life as nutrient-rich soil, thanks to an industrial-sized composter unveiled Monday.

Luigi Mangione state murder trial pushed back following federal guilty plea

Proceedings in the state murder prosecution of Luigi Mangione have been pushed back after defense attorneys made a move to toss the local charges against him, according to court documents. 

Clearwater teen's heart defect found through new Florida high school sports screening law

A routine heart screening uncovered a potentially serious medical condition in a Clearwater high school athlete, giving his family a chance to address the problem before it became a life-threatening emergency.

Case against Nevada 2020 fake electors dismissed

A state judge has tossed out the case against six Nevada Republicans who falsely certified Donald Trump as the winner of the state’s 2020 presidential race.

Florida primary election set to decide high-stakes governor match-up

With Governor Ron DeSantis term-limited, Florida's 2026 primary is heating up as GOP candidates fight to advance to the general election.

Florida man arrested after shooting cat with BB gun: LCSO

A Florida man was arrested after Lee County deputies say he shot a cat with a BB gun, leaving the animal with a fractured leg.

Hayden Panettiere's preliminary autopsy released: What it says

Hayden Panettiere’s death remains under investigation as officials release new details from a preliminary autopsy of the beloved actress.

Winter Haven food truck owners accused of using lost debit card for $1.4K in purchases: Police

A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.

Florida Senate race: Who will challenge Ashley Moody in November?

Florida voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the state's special U.S. Senate primary, with Republican Sen. Ashley Moody seeking the nomination and two Democrats competing for a chance to challenge her in November.

Man accused in deadly New Port Richey machete attack captured in Lake City

A Saturday night fight on Hillside Drive in New Port Richey turned deadly, triggering a multi-agency manhunt that ended with a suspect's arrest in Lake City on Monday morning, according to police.