Mysterious airport tunnels to open beneath hub long tied to conspiracy theories

Denver International Airport is preparing to open portions of a mysterious underground tunnel system that has long been plagued by conspiracy theories.

Sarasota BMX fundraiser helps local kids chase world championship dreams

Three young athletes who train in Sarasota are preparing to showcase their skills on the world stage after qualifying for an international competition in Australia. 

Bay Area's mail-in ballot requests plunge ahead of August primary

Mail-in ballot requests have dropped significantly across parts of Florida ahead of the August primary election. Election officials attribute the shift to a state law change that requires voters to renew their requests.

Tampa fiery crash: 1 dead, 1 seriously injured on I-275: TFR

A person was killed and another suffered serious injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 275 in Tampa Friday night, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.

Construction continues on affordable and workforce housing units at Rome Yards

City leaders, developers, and construction crews gathered Friday for a progress update on the Gallery at Rome Yards, a residential tower bringing 234 affordable and workforce housing units to West Tampa. 

Pinellas County, Army Corps reach deal to restore federal beach renourishment funding

Pinellas County leaders and the Army Corps of Engineers signed a major agreement Friday to restore federal cost-sharing for local beach renourishment projects. 

DeSantis defends Everglades detention facility, says state expects full federal reimbursement

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday defended Florida's controversial migrant detention facility in the Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," arguing it was created out of necessity to support federal immigration enforcement efforts and insisting the state expects to be fully reimbursed for associated costs.

Florida lawmakers pass $115B budget after special session, 99-6 House vote

The Florida Legislature approved a multibillion-dollar state budget Friday afternoon, following a special session to agree on budget terms.

UN says next five years to smash heat records

A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.

Tesla driver hits Lutz child riding scooter, causing serious injuries: FHP

A 7-year-old child from Lutz suffered serious injuries Thursday night after being hit by a Tesla while riding a go-kart seated scooter in Odessa, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

These are the biggest baby name trends of 2026, according to search data

America’s baby names are getting bolder in 2026. New Google Trends search data reveals how parents’ preferences are reshaping what the next generation may be called.

Judge blocks renaming of Kennedy Center after Trump

A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.

CDC asking for employee volunteers to help with Ebola screenings

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is requesting staffers to serve as volunteers for Ebola screenings of travelers arriving in the U.S. Here's what we know.