Polk County K9 Ace's surgery paid for by Tampa couple's non-profit
A Tampa non-profit organization has stepped in to cover all medical expenses for a Polk County Sheriff's Office dog who had his leg amputated after being shot in the line of duty last week.
A Tampa non-profit organization has stepped in to cover all medical expenses for a Polk County Sheriff's Office dog who had his leg amputated after being shot in the line of duty last week.
Spring Hill murder-suicide: Pinellas deputy kills ex-girlfriend over TV set argument
A Pinellas County deputy is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend before taking his own life after an argument over a TV set on Monday.
A Pinellas County deputy is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend before taking his own life after an argument over a TV set on Monday.
Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
Eckerd College campus thrift sale: Program funds student jobs
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
UF researchers developing AI-powered tool to predict deadly water bacteria
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Back to school spending: Bay Area families face record costs as students return
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
Gov. DeSantis touts electric air taxis set for testing in Florida by end of 2026: 'Dream into reality'
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
2 charged with murder in separate Hillsborough deadly fentanyl overdose cases: HCSO
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
2 arrested after missing juvenile found during Senoia traffic stop
Two adults face charges after Georgia officers discovered a missing Florida child inside a vehicle during a July 31 traffic stop in Senoia.
Two adults face charges after Georgia officers discovered a missing Florida child inside a vehicle during a July 31 traffic stop in Senoia.
Manatee County students return for new school year, district celebrates 90% graduation rate
School District of Manatee County staff gathered Monday morning to wave off bus drivers as students return for the first day of classes.
School District of Manatee County staff gathered Monday morning to wave off bus drivers as students return for the first day of classes.
‘Reckless’ Florida driver tries to carjack vehicle on Interstate 4 after crashing into trooper: FHP
A high-speed pursuit of a reckless driver along Interstate 4 ended in a crash with a Florida Highway Patrol vehicle and a failed carjacking attempt Monday morning, according to troopers.
A high-speed pursuit of a reckless driver along Interstate 4 ended in a crash with a Florida Highway Patrol vehicle and a failed carjacking attempt Monday morning, according to troopers.
1 critically injured in reported explosion in Tarpon Springs: TSFR
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
Manatee County deputies believe 3 victims were 'targeted' in shooting near Palmetto
Three people were injured in what deputies believe was a targeted shooting at a home Sunday night near Palmetto, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Three people were injured in what deputies believe was a targeted shooting at a home Sunday night near Palmetto, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Florida double homicide suspect still on the run after bodies found in St. Marks Refuge
A manhunt is on for a man accused of killing a Florida man and woman and leaving their bodies in the St. Marks Refuge.
A manhunt is on for a man accused of killing a Florida man and woman and leaving their bodies in the St. Marks Refuge.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's yacht crew did not respond to maritime distress call: report
A crew who called for emergency maritime help after their boat ran out of fuel reportedly didn't receive a response from the crew of Mark Zuckerberg’s luxury yacht, who missed their call.
A crew who called for emergency maritime help after their boat ran out of fuel reportedly didn't receive a response from the crew of Mark Zuckerberg’s luxury yacht, who missed their call.
USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.
Hillsborough County students head back to school as district touts early learning, staffing gains
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
Haines City man killed, woman injured after SUV crossed center line: PCSO
A 26-year-old Haines City man was killed and another driver was injured in a crash Sunday morning in Poinciana, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A 26-year-old Haines City man was killed and another driver was injured in a crash Sunday morning in Poinciana, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.