Florida Attorney General threatens to remove Tampa Mayor Jane Castor over TPD’s ‘sanctuary policies’
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
Developer scales back Tierra Verde Marina expansion plans following public criticism
A developer has unveiled a scaled-back vision for the Tierra Verde Marina after a previous proposal met stiff resistance from neighbors last fall.
A developer has unveiled a scaled-back vision for the Tierra Verde Marina after a previous proposal met stiff resistance from neighbors last fall.
Retired Air Force One pilot who flew on 9/11 helps raise $30K for Polk Public Schools' JROTC scholarships
The nation's 12th presidential pilot stopped in Polk County to talk about his successful career in the United States Air Force and to help open doors for young students aspiring to lead in uniform.
The nation's 12th presidential pilot stopped in Polk County to talk about his successful career in the United States Air Force and to help open doors for young students aspiring to lead in uniform.
Cross Creek Ranch closure leaves nearly 70 employees without jobs, dozens of weddings canceled
The fallout continues after the sudden closure of Cross Creek Ranch, a popular wedding venue in Dover that shut down abruptly last week. It left employees jobless and dozens of couples searching for new places to hold their weddings.
The fallout continues after the sudden closure of Cross Creek Ranch, a popular wedding venue in Dover that shut down abruptly last week. It left employees jobless and dozens of couples searching for new places to hold their weddings.
See the photos: Florida inmate twists handcuff off
Deputies at the Martin County Sheriff's Office shared photos of damaged handcuffs after an inmate who was experiencing mental health issues twisted one of the cuffs off.
Deputies at the Martin County Sheriff's Office shared photos of damaged handcuffs after an inmate who was experiencing mental health issues twisted one of the cuffs off.
Goose caught on camera terrorizing Florida A&M University students on campus
Forget the rattlesnake, last week a different kind of Florida wildlife dominated the FAMU campus.
Forget the rattlesnake, last week a different kind of Florida wildlife dominated the FAMU campus.
North Port teen struck by car while walking to school bus stop: police
A 17-year-old boy heading to the bus stop was struck by a car and trapped underneath before being airlifted to a nearby hospital on Wednesday morning, according to North Port police.
A 17-year-old boy heading to the bus stop was struck by a car and trapped underneath before being airlifted to a nearby hospital on Wednesday morning, according to North Port police.
Florida couple accused of killing tenant at Brandon apartment complex makes first court appearance
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
What happened to Christy Luna? New person of interest named in 1984 Florida cold case
Cold case detectives in Florida have named a new person of interest in the 1984 disappearance of 8-year-old Christy Luna.
Cold case detectives in Florida have named a new person of interest in the 1984 disappearance of 8-year-old Christy Luna.
Artist's calming painting session during hurricane prep prompts art exhibition
As artist Tim Jaeger tried to relax prior to Hurricane Milton's arrival, he found himself in his art studio.
As artist Tim Jaeger tried to relax prior to Hurricane Milton's arrival, he found himself in his art studio.
NFL considering expanding Thanksgiving games with this lineup
The NFL may add new games around the Thanksgiving holiday. Here’s what to know.
The NFL may add new games around the Thanksgiving holiday. Here’s what to know.
US to release millions of barrels of oil to ease prices amid Iran conflict
On Wednesday, Iran fired missiles and drones across the Gulf, including oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and a ship off the coast of the Emirates.
On Wednesday, Iran fired missiles and drones across the Gulf, including oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and a ship off the coast of the Emirates.
TSA security lines: Why some airports are moving passengers through faster
As the shutdown continues, some airports are moving passengers through security faster, while others are seeing hourslong security lines. Here’s a look at one of the reasons why - privatization.
As the shutdown continues, some airports are moving passengers through security faster, while others are seeing hourslong security lines. Here’s a look at one of the reasons why - privatization.
Lobstergate: Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon faces backlash over $7 million lobster spree
From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.
From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.
Florida man accused of stealing US flags from businesses, stowing them in his apartment
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies said they found several stolen flags inside his apartment while investigating the theft of a United States flag.
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies said they found several stolen flags inside his apartment while investigating the theft of a United States flag.
Ex-Kentucky cheerleader indicted in newborn’s death
Former University of Kentucky student athlete Laken Snelling, 21, was indicted on a first-degree manslaughter charge and other felonies after her newborn son was found dead in a closet last August.
Former University of Kentucky student athlete Laken Snelling, 21, was indicted on a first-degree manslaughter charge and other felonies after her newborn son was found dead in a closet last August.
Mulberry man accused of using AI to create sexually explicit images of children: PCSO
Detectives with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Mulberry man accused of using artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images involving children.
Detectives with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Mulberry man accused of using artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images involving children.
‘90 Day Fiancé’ alum's boyfriend on trial for attempted murder over wild ‘Boca Bash’ accusations
Cole Goldberg allegedly tried to drown Caroline Schwitzky during a heated argument at a 'Boca Bash' event in 2022.
Cole Goldberg allegedly tried to drown Caroline Schwitzky during a heated argument at a 'Boca Bash' event in 2022.
Florida man charged with DUI and 2 hit-and-run's after hiding damaged car at elementary school: Grady Judd
A Lake Wales man is behind bars after Polk County deputies say he was involved in two hit-and-run crashes while driving under the influence, eventually hiding his damaged car in an elementary school parking lot.
A Lake Wales man is behind bars after Polk County deputies say he was involved in two hit-and-run crashes while driving under the influence, eventually hiding his damaged car in an elementary school parking lot.
Flying taxis could soon take flight as FAA green-lights tests in 26 states
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Monday that it selected eight proposals for a new pilot program testing new advanced air mobility and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in 26 states.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Monday that it selected eight proposals for a new pilot program testing new advanced air mobility and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in 26 states.