Democratic donor John Morgan launches new political party ahead of possible run for Florida governor
Prominent attorney John Morgan, who supported President Joe Biden but did not get on board to back Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential candidacy, has announced plans to launch a new political party.
Prominent attorney John Morgan, who supported President Joe Biden but did not get on board to back Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential candidacy, has announced plans to launch a new political party.
Suspect killed in crash after taking off from Pasco County deputies: FHP
A man died after speeding away from Pasco County deputies, then crashing in Hernando County, according to investigators.
A man died after speeding away from Pasco County deputies, then crashing in Hernando County, according to investigators.
USF student helps unveil campus suicide prevention bench
A USF student brought a 988 Suicide Prevention bench to the school's Greek Village to raise awareness about mental health resources.
A USF student brought a 988 Suicide Prevention bench to the school's Greek Village to raise awareness about mental health resources.
American Heart Month: Cardiologist highlights need for improved prevention efforts
As American Heart Month ends this week, healthcare professionals reflect on the progress made in heart disease treatment and the concerning stall in prevention efforts that have increased patients' risk.
As American Heart Month ends this week, healthcare professionals reflect on the progress made in heart disease treatment and the concerning stall in prevention efforts that have increased patients' risk.
Small Bay Area craft stores hope to fill gap after Joann closures announced
Known as a one-stop shop for crafting needs, many Tampa Bay area crafters are going to have to find a new haven to find fabric and other supplies following the closure of all Joann locations.
Known as a one-stop shop for crafting needs, many Tampa Bay area crafters are going to have to find a new haven to find fabric and other supplies following the closure of all Joann locations.
Hillsborough fire captain takes his own life after child pornography arrest: Deputies
The Hillsborough Fire Rescue captain arrested on 100 counts of child pornography took his own life at the Falkenburg Road Jail in Tampa, according to deputies.
The Hillsborough Fire Rescue captain arrested on 100 counts of child pornography took his own life at the Falkenburg Road Jail in Tampa, according to deputies.
Months after Helene, popular Treasure Island bar and restaurant to reopen with a bang
Workers bolted on Ricky T’s sign on Wednesday – a sure sign of things to come on Treasure Island.
Workers bolted on Ricky T’s sign on Wednesday – a sure sign of things to come on Treasure Island.
Storm debris clean-up on the Hillsborough River paused over environmental concerns
Storm debris clean-up was halted on the Hillsborough River on Wednesday following concerns raised by county environmental officials.
Storm debris clean-up was halted on the Hillsborough River on Wednesday following concerns raised by county environmental officials.
Buck O'Neil's legacy lives on as Sarasota 4th graders learn about baseball great
Growing up in Sarasota, Buck O’Neil’s love of baseball was fostered.
Growing up in Sarasota, Buck O’Neil’s love of baseball was fostered.
Tampa jury hears closing arguments in case against father accused of shooting children
The state and defense made their closing statements on Wednesday in the trial of a Tampa father who’s accused of shooting his children in their bunk beds.
The state and defense made their closing statements on Wednesday in the trial of a Tampa father who’s accused of shooting his children in their bunk beds.
Polk County breaks ground on new water production facility to meet future water demand
Polk County broke ground Wednesday on a new water production facility to meet future water demand.
Polk County broke ground Wednesday on a new water production facility to meet future water demand.
Florida man walks daughter down the aisle months after suffering stroke: ‘It still seems like a dream’
For Manuel Vera, February 23, 2024, is a day he will never forget.
For Manuel Vera, February 23, 2024, is a day he will never forget.
Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial
The Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial after the City of Tampa unveiled a plaque Wednesday at the site of the African American burial ground.
The Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial after the City of Tampa unveiled a plaque Wednesday at the site of the African American burial ground.
Davis Islands attack: Teens charged will have chance to be free before their trials, judge rules
A group of teenagers charged in a brutal attack at Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa were back in court on Wednesday as a judge ruled they'd have the chance to be free until their trials.
A group of teenagers charged in a brutal attack at Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa were back in court on Wednesday as a judge ruled they'd have the chance to be free until their trials.
Florida woman accused of stealing electricity called 911 before Great Dane attacked, injured deputy: PCSO
A Florida woman is facing a slew of charges after investigators said she was stealing electricity, sent a Great Dane to attack a deputy and had another dog on her property that was in poor health.
A Florida woman is facing a slew of charges after investigators said she was stealing electricity, sent a Great Dane to attack a deputy and had another dog on her property that was in poor health.
Measles: Your questions answered
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
New Buc-ee's locations coming to Florida: Here's what we know
One of the most beloved gas station convenience store chains has plans to expand its reach across Florida. As the love for Buc-ee's continues to grow in the Sunshine State, several more locations are already in the works, including spots in St. Lucie County, Ocala and Leon County.
One of the most beloved gas station convenience store chains has plans to expand its reach across Florida. As the love for Buc-ee's continues to grow in the Sunshine State, several more locations are already in the works, including spots in St. Lucie County, Ocala and Leon County.
Florida couple living in Key West storage unit arrested on drug charges: Police
A Florida man and woman have been arrested after police say they had drugs inside a storage unit they were apparently living in.
A Florida man and woman have been arrested after police say they had drugs inside a storage unit they were apparently living in.
'Heard a Crunch': Key impales woman's foot leaving emergency doctors stunned
Doctors in an emergency department in St Petersburg were "stunned" when a woman showed up at the hospital with a key stuck in the bottom of her foot.
Doctors in an emergency department in St Petersburg were "stunned" when a woman showed up at the hospital with a key stuck in the bottom of her foot.
Texas child becomes first to die of measles in U.S. since 2015
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.



















