Humane Society of Sarasota County launches 'TAILS' program to make Florida 'no-kill' state
For every 10 dogs that enter a shelter, only four will find forever homes. The others will bounce from shelter to shelter, and some will sadly be put down.
For every 10 dogs that enter a shelter, only four will find forever homes. The others will bounce from shelter to shelter, and some will sadly be put down.
Florida Immigration Enforcement Board and Council: Who's on it?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state's efforts to support President Donald Trump's administration's enforcement of immigration in the United States was moving "full speed ahead." He introduced Larry Leefe as the executive director of the state's new immigration enforcement board. He also announced new agreements deputizing FDLE, FWC, and Florida Department of Agriculture agents to interrogate undocumented people suspected of being in the country illegally – a new state law signed last week.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state's efforts to support President Donald Trump's administration's enforcement of immigration in the United States was moving "full speed ahead." He introduced Larry Leefe as the executive director of the state's new immigration enforcement board. He also announced new agreements deputizing FDLE, FWC, and Florida Department of Agriculture agents to interrogate undocumented people suspected of being in the country illegally – a new state law signed last week.
Orange alligators? South Carolina gators emerge from winter brumation with new look
Alligators brumate in the winter -- the equivalent of mammal hibernation -- which can last from November to February.
Alligators brumate in the winter -- the equivalent of mammal hibernation -- which can last from November to February.
Missing South Florida teen safely located after statewide alert
A teenager who was reported missing from Hallandale Beach has been safely located following a statewide missing child alert on Wednesday. No other details were provided.
A teenager who was reported missing from Hallandale Beach has been safely located following a statewide missing child alert on Wednesday. No other details were provided.
Swan theft suspect arrested, 2nd man sought, Polk deputies say
One of two men accused of stealing a pair of swans and their eggs from a Polk County mobile home community has been arrested, the sheriff's office announced.
One of two men accused of stealing a pair of swans and their eggs from a Polk County mobile home community has been arrested, the sheriff's office announced.
DeSantis signs death warrant for killer convicted for 1993 double murder of Florida child and her grandmother
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for inmate Edward James, who was sentenced to death for the 1993 murders of a woman and her 8-year-old granddaughter in Seminole County.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for inmate Edward James, who was sentenced to death for the 1993 murders of a woman and her 8-year-old granddaughter in Seminole County.
Missing Florida boy found after statewide alert
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement says a missing boy last seen in North Central Florida has been found and is safe.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement says a missing boy last seen in North Central Florida has been found and is safe.
Sarasota County beach named best in America, 4th in the world
A Bay Area beach is making national and international headlines.
A Bay Area beach is making national and international headlines.
Pasco County deputy hospitalized after rollover crash at intersection: FHP
A Pasco County deputy and another driver are recovering from injuries after troopers say a car crashed into a marked patrol vehicle with its emergency lights on.
A Pasco County deputy and another driver are recovering from injuries after troopers say a car crashed into a marked patrol vehicle with its emergency lights on.
1 killed in fire at Citrus County home
One person died in a fire that destroyed a Citrus County home late Tuesday, fire officials said.
One person died in a fire that destroyed a Citrus County home late Tuesday, fire officials said.
Driver killed in fiery crash involving box truck, semi-truck on Polk Parkway
A driver died after a box truck rear-ended a semi-truck on the Polk Parkway, causing a fire and blocking traffic for hours, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A driver died after a box truck rear-ended a semi-truck on the Polk Parkway, causing a fire and blocking traffic for hours, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Madeline Soto case: Stephan Sterns asks judge to ban public, press from court hearing
Stephen Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto in Florida, is asking a judge to ban the public and members of the press from attending his pre-trial court hearings.
Stephen Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto in Florida, is asking a judge to ban the public and members of the press from attending his pre-trial court hearings.
UT grad brings taste of New York to Tampa at Cousin Vinny's Sandwich Co.
A University of Tampa graduate from New York is bringing a taste of home to Tampa.
A University of Tampa graduate from New York is bringing a taste of home to Tampa.
Tampa Bay area ranks among top spring break travel destinations
The Tampa Bay area is expected to see a surge in spring break visitors in the coming weeks as travelers seek sunshine, beaches, and cultural attractions. The metro has been named one of the top ten domestic spring break destinations this year, according to a new AAA survey.
The Tampa Bay area is expected to see a surge in spring break visitors in the coming weeks as travelers seek sunshine, beaches, and cultural attractions. The metro has been named one of the top ten domestic spring break destinations this year, according to a new AAA survey.
Cold front bringing rain, storms to Tampa Bay area before temps drop. Here's what to expect
A cold front is moving into Florida on Wednesday, bringing rain and storms to the Tampa Bay area before temperatures drop.
A cold front is moving into Florida on Wednesday, bringing rain and storms to the Tampa Bay area before temperatures drop.
Bartow becomes latest Florida community to debate fluoride in water
Bartow is considering whether to remove fluoride from its water.
Bartow is considering whether to remove fluoride from its water.
Pinellas County teachers learning to embrace AI in the classroom
Artificial intelligence is all around us and is now becoming an integral part of education.
Artificial intelligence is all around us and is now becoming an integral part of education.
Hudson High School's Varsity Cheer Team makes history with 'triple crown' winnings
The Hudson High School Co-ed Varsity Cheer Team has been named undefeated, scoring "the triple-crown" last weekend. The 33-student team won gold at States, Nationals, and Worlds; a first in the high school's history.
The Hudson High School Co-ed Varsity Cheer Team has been named undefeated, scoring "the triple-crown" last weekend. The 33-student team won gold at States, Nationals, and Worlds; a first in the high school's history.
Lakes Wales man arrested for stabbing victim over $4 used to buy crack cocaine: Police
A Lake Wales man was arrested for stabbing someone over $4 used to buy crack cocaine, according to police.
A Lake Wales man was arrested for stabbing someone over $4 used to buy crack cocaine, according to police.
1 hospitalized after Port Richey deputy-involved shooting
A deputy-involved shooting investigation is underway in Port Richey.
A deputy-involved shooting investigation is underway in Port Richey.