Miami-Dade officer-involved shooting: Trooper stabbed by driver with child in car: FHP

A Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in an officer-involved shooting Saturday after he was stabbed multiple times during a confrontation with a driver in Miami-Dade County, according to FHP.

US military: Is there a draft in 2026?

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a measure to automatically register men for the Selective Service, updating requirements for the first time in decades.

Emergency landing ends in tragedy as plane crashes on New Mexico golf course

One person was killed and another remains in critical condition after a small plane crashed on the Los Altos Golf Course in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Florida couple accused of faking that son had cancer to collect donations: DCSO

A Florida couple is facing felony charges after investigators say they falsely claimed their teenage son had cancer in order to collect donations from community members and businesses.

St. Pete sub shop opens on Central Avenue with a nod to nostalgia

The smell of the fresh bread greets customers first as they enter Tony D's in St. Petersburg, then there is the case of deli-style cold cuts and other ingredients at the counter to tempt the taste buds.

University of Tampa students try to feed homeless with meal plan credits, school says it's against policy

Dozens of students at The University of Tampa joined together to try and feed the homeless using what they have. In this case, students were using leftover meal credits from the dining hall to take food to go help the hungry.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus closing several stores: What to know

The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus will close more department stores as part of its bankruptcy restructuring. Here's what we know.

Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop

A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.

'Extreme' water shortage triggered in Tampa Bay area: What residents need to know

The Tampa Bay area is facing one of the most severe water shortages the region has seen in decades, as ongoing drought conditions push local water supplies to extreme levels.

Tampa car dealer sentenced to prison, accused of $372K car loan fraud scheme

A 27-year-old Tampa man is heading to federal prison after investigators say he used his position as a car dealer to submit fake loan applications and insurance claims.

Disney on Ice performers hosts skate clinic for young Bay Area skaters ahead of 'Mickey's Search Party'

Disney on Ice is set for performances at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa through March 8. Ahead of Friday's show, though, performers hosted a skating clinic with young Bay Area skaters. 

Operation Desert Storm veterans honored in Hillsborough County

A commemoration ceremony was held at Veterans Park along US-301 to honor those who served in Operation Desert Storm.

Tourist's bird-brained Vegas stunt with flamingo lands him behind bars on felony charges

A Canadian tourist’s late-night bender took a decidedly bird-brained turn when authorities say he waddled into a Las Vegas resort and casino and wrangled a resident flamingo before carrying it off to his room.

Howard Frankland Bridge northbound lanes to close Tuesday night

Motorists traveling northbound on I-275 toward the Howard Frankland Bridge will need to find another route on Tuesday night.