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.

Will Buxton set for IndyCar on FOX debut broadcast in St. Pete

Longtime motorsports journalist and commentator Will Buxton says he's ready to be the voice of IndyCar on FOX, starting with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

Karen Huger 'RHOP' star sentenced to 1 year

Karen Huger, "RHOP" star, has been sentenced to two years with one year suspended.

Venezuelan gang member claiming to work for food delivery service arrested in Florida: MCSO

A suspected member of the Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua has been arrested in Florida after deputies say concerned homeowners called the sheriff’s office after spotting him, dressed in all black, walking along a sea wall and through backyards. 

Madeline Soto case: Remembering the 13-year-old one year later; accused killer preps for trial

Today marks one year since 13-year-old Maddie Soto first went missing. The teen's body was found only days later. Tributes from across the community are continuing to pour in for the young girl.

Injured manatee rescued, taken to ZooTampa: FWC

A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after crews found it in southwest Florida suffering from what the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) called a "recent watercraft wound."

Christianity seeing rebound, but 'generational replacement' lags: Survey

More people are reporting praying and attending religious services less, which can be contributed to a "generational replacement" gap, a new survey says.

Deputy's patrol vehicle hits, seriously injures pedestrian in Hillsborough County

A man was seriously injured after being hit by an off-duty deputy's patrol vehicle, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Highway Patrol.

Missing Pasco County teen found safe

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office says a teen reported missing has been found safe.

Florida lawmakers propose renaming 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' in new bills

Florida lawmakers have introduced bills to rename the "Gulf of Mexico" as the "Gulf of America" in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order.

Tampa business goes solar with more 450 panels; a new trend of the Sunshine State

Florida’s sunny reputation is driving a surge in solar energy use, with more homeowners and businesses making the switch. Florida ranks second in the nation for new solar panel installations, and one Tampa business is embracing the trend in a big way.

Man arrested in deadly 2023 Valrico overdose: HCSO

A man was arrested in a deadly overdose that happened in Valrico back in 2023, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.