Ruskin fishing resort reopens after extensive damage from Hurricane Helene
A Ruskin fishing resort reopened on Monday after extensive damage from Hurricane Helene.
A Ruskin fishing resort reopened on Monday after extensive damage from Hurricane Helene.
Locals drive to DC, brave frigid temperatures to witness inauguration
Local Republican organizer Cliff Gephart was just one of the thousands of Americans who made the trip to D.C. Monday to watch President Trump get sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.
Local Republican organizer Cliff Gephart was just one of the thousands of Americans who made the trip to D.C. Monday to watch President Trump get sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump the first member of Cabinet
Rubio, the Republican senator from Florida, is among the least controversial of Trump’s nominees and vote was decisive, 99-0.
Rubio, the Republican senator from Florida, is among the least controversial of Trump’s nominees and vote was decisive, 99-0.
Florida under State of Emergency ahead of winter weather, dangerous cold temperatures
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for the state of Florida ahead of a major winter storm sweeping across the southeast, which is expected to bring frigid temperatures to parts of Florida, as well as the potential for snow, ice, sleet, and/or freezing rain.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for the state of Florida ahead of a major winter storm sweeping across the southeast, which is expected to bring frigid temperatures to parts of Florida, as well as the potential for snow, ice, sleet, and/or freezing rain.
Vietnam vet without power since Hurricane Milton is one step closer to getting electricity restored
After nearly 15 weeks without power due to Hurricane Milton, a veteran in Brandon is one step closer to getting the lights turned back on, thanks to local organizations.
After nearly 15 weeks without power due to Hurricane Milton, a veteran in Brandon is one step closer to getting the lights turned back on, thanks to local organizations.
City of Lakeland hopes to bring the Memorial Boulevard corridor back to life
The city of Lakeland wants the community's input for the vision of a well-known corridor's future.
The city of Lakeland wants the community's input for the vision of a well-known corridor's future.
38th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade in St. Pete draws groups from across Florida
Thousands of people came out to St. Petersburg on Monday to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Thousands of people came out to St. Petersburg on Monday to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Zephyrhills woman killed in I-275 crash: FHP
A deadly crash on I-275 claimed the life of a Zephyrhills woman on Monday afternoon.
A deadly crash on I-275 claimed the life of a Zephyrhills woman on Monday afternoon.
Former President Joe Biden pardons his family during final minutes in office
President Joe Biden on Monday pardoned James B. Biden, Sara Jones Biden, Valerie Biden Owens, John T. Owens, and Francis W.
President Joe Biden on Monday pardoned James B. Biden, Sara Jones Biden, Valerie Biden Owens, John T. Owens, and Francis W.
Rental car agreement leads to arrest of man accused of holding up Bay Area gas stations at gunpoint: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says it has arrested a man accused of robbing several gas stations at gunpoint.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says it has arrested a man accused of robbing several gas stations at gunpoint.
Man killed, another injured in crash on U.S. 301: FHP
A driver died and another was hurt in a two-vehicle crash in Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A driver died and another was hurt in a two-vehicle crash in Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Louis Vuitton bags, items left outside Capital One Arena by Trump inauguration attendees
As many gather at Capital One Arena for Trump's inauguration, expensive items like Louis Vuitton bags have been dumped on the sidewalk in order to enter the event.
As many gather at Capital One Arena for Trump's inauguration, expensive items like Louis Vuitton bags have been dumped on the sidewalk in order to enter the event.
Cats rescued from fire at Hernando County home
Three cats are safe thanks to the actions of Hernando County firefighters who rushed to save them from a burning home, fire officials said Monday.
Three cats are safe thanks to the actions of Hernando County firefighters who rushed to save them from a burning home, fire officials said Monday.
What time is Trump's inauguration ceremony? Timeline of events
President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration day is January 20. His second inauguration will be moved indoors, due to the snow and cold temperatures.
President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration day is January 20. His second inauguration will be moved indoors, due to the snow and cold temperatures.
What time is Trump's inauguration? Schedule of events
Nearly a quarter million ticketed guests are expected to attend Donald Trump’s second inauguration on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the nation’s capital. The festivities begin over the weekend and continue until the Tuesday following Inauguration Day. Here are some key events on the schedule.
Nearly a quarter million ticketed guests are expected to attend Donald Trump’s second inauguration on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the nation’s capital. The festivities begin over the weekend and continue until the Tuesday following Inauguration Day. Here are some key events on the schedule.
Arrest warrant issued for deadly hit-and-run suspect in Bradenton
The Bradenton Police Department has issued a warrant for the arrest of the man who police say is responsible for a deadly hit-and-run late Saturday night.
The Bradenton Police Department has issued a warrant for the arrest of the man who police say is responsible for a deadly hit-and-run late Saturday night.
Trump Inauguration 2025: Here's who will and won't attend
The second inauguration of Donald Trump is expected to draw former presidents, tech billionaires, world leaders, and performers. Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:
The second inauguration of Donald Trump is expected to draw former presidents, tech billionaires, world leaders, and performers. Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:
10-foot gator pulled from Florida storm drain
Florida firefighters never know what they may encounter on the job.
Florida firefighters never know what they may encounter on the job.
Could Florida get snow? Winter storm warnings, watches issued for part of the state
Part of Florida is under a Winter Storm Warning and more areas are under a Winter Storm Watch as another blast of cold air moves over the state, bringing chilly temperatures and more rain to the Tampa Bay area this week.
Part of Florida is under a Winter Storm Warning and more areas are under a Winter Storm Watch as another blast of cold air moves over the state, bringing chilly temperatures and more rain to the Tampa Bay area this week.
Deputy among 2 people hurt in Polk County house fire
Two people, including a Polk County deputy, were injured after crews battled a fire at a home on Sunday, officials said.
Two people, including a Polk County deputy, were injured after crews battled a fire at a home on Sunday, officials said.



















