US employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment slightly higher at 4.4%
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Friday shows American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Friday shows American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
Brooksville Jan. 6 defendant sentenced to life for molesting two children after Trump pardon
A Brooksville man who was previously charged in connection with the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing two children in Hernando County.
A Brooksville man who was previously charged in connection with the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing two children in Hernando County.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns of 'biggest bombing campaign' in Iran
U.S. Central Command say American forces control the skies as Operation Epic Fury continues to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities.
U.S. Central Command say American forces control the skies as Operation Epic Fury continues to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities.
Oil hits 22-month high as Gulf shipments stall; what it could mean for Port Tampa Bay, gas and cruise prices
Oil prices spiked to their highest level in nearly two years on Friday as fighting in the Middle East disrupted energy shipments through one of the world’s most critical waterways.
Oil prices spiked to their highest level in nearly two years on Friday as fighting in the Middle East disrupted energy shipments through one of the world’s most critical waterways.
United Airlines can now refuse to transport passengers who won’t wear headphones
If you blast a video without headphones on a United flight, you could lose your seat.
If you blast a video without headphones on a United flight, you could lose your seat.
'We are exhausted’: Tampa rescue races to save accidental litter, begs community to foster
A Tampa rescue founder is pleading for fosters and volunteers after what she calls an "overwhelming" surge of owner surrenders, stray dogs and urgent cases. The influx includes 10 puppies from an accidental litter found living in a backyard kennel in Dover.
A Tampa rescue founder is pleading for fosters and volunteers after what she calls an "overwhelming" surge of owner surrenders, stray dogs and urgent cases. The influx includes 10 puppies from an accidental litter found living in a backyard kennel in Dover.
'The Murders of Seminole Heights' documentary remembers victims of serial killer
The Seminole Heights community was held hostage by a serial killer on the loose for 51 days back in 2017. Now, that harrowing time is being remembered by a documentary called, "The Murders of Seminole Heights."
The Seminole Heights community was held hostage by a serial killer on the loose for 51 days back in 2017. Now, that harrowing time is being remembered by a documentary called, "The Murders of Seminole Heights."
Man charged with 1980 Tampa murder after decades-old evidence leads to arrest
More than four decades after a brutal Tampa killing, the man detectives say is responsible appeared in court.
More than four decades after a brutal Tampa killing, the man detectives say is responsible appeared in court.
USDA issues disaster declaration for Florida after $3.1 billion in winter freeze damage
The U.S. Department of Agriculture secretary signed a disaster declaration on Wednesday, making federal aid possible to Florida farmers following the winter freeze.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture secretary signed a disaster declaration on Wednesday, making federal aid possible to Florida farmers following the winter freeze.
Nearly 20,000 children's handwriting practice kits recalled for injury risk from lead exposure
Nearly 20,000 children’s handwriting kits have been recalled after pens were found to contain unsafe levels of lead. Here’s what to know.
Nearly 20,000 children’s handwriting kits have been recalled after pens were found to contain unsafe levels of lead. Here’s what to know.
Mother of 2 girls found buried in suitcases charged with murder
The mother of two young girls who were found inside suitcases and buried in shallow graves was charged with aggravated murder on Thursday, police said.
The mother of two young girls who were found inside suitcases and buried in shallow graves was charged with aggravated murder on Thursday, police said.
Tampa Theatre closing Duncan Auditorium for 7-month $24.5M renovation ahead of 100th birthday
Following WineFest this Friday and Saturday (March 6–7), Tampa Theatre’s historic Duncan Auditorium will go dark for seven months to undergo extensive renovations.
Following WineFest this Friday and Saturday (March 6–7), Tampa Theatre’s historic Duncan Auditorium will go dark for seven months to undergo extensive renovations.
Couples scramble to re-plan weddings after Dover's Cross Creek Ranch venue shuts down
The fallout continues after the sudden closure of Cross Creek Ranch, a once-popular wedding venue in Dover, leaving couples rushing to re-plan their big day with little time to spare.
The fallout continues after the sudden closure of Cross Creek Ranch, a once-popular wedding venue in Dover, leaving couples rushing to re-plan their big day with little time to spare.
Lakewood Ranch residents report check-washing scam as U.S. Postal Inspector investigates mail theft
Checks in the mail have become the subject of thieves in the Lakewood Ranch area, with some residents seeing their bank accounts hemorrhaging money.
Checks in the mail have become the subject of thieves in the Lakewood Ranch area, with some residents seeing their bank accounts hemorrhaging money.
Man dies after sneaking into closed section of popular national park
A 33-year-old Hawaii man is dead after entering a closed section of Kīlauea caldera at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, triggering an overnight search and rescue operation in steep, hazardous terrain, officials said.
A 33-year-old Hawaii man is dead after entering a closed section of Kīlauea caldera at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, triggering an overnight search and rescue operation in steep, hazardous terrain, officials said.
Drone pilot program helps Clearwater officers during spring break
As tens of thousands of spring breakers descend on Clearwater Beach, police are deploying a new tool to bypass the seasonal gridlock: a high-tech drone.
As tens of thousands of spring breakers descend on Clearwater Beach, police are deploying a new tool to bypass the seasonal gridlock: a high-tech drone.
Woman coming home from church claims she hit a bump before deadly Winter Haven motorcycle crash: PCSO
A deadly motorcycle crash is under investigation in Polk County.
A deadly motorcycle crash is under investigation in Polk County.
Man killed after shots fired during argument outside Lakeland pool hall: Police
A 48-year-old man is dead after police say two people exchanged gunfire during an argument outside a Lakeland pool hall early Thursday.
A 48-year-old man is dead after police say two people exchanged gunfire during an argument outside a Lakeland pool hall early Thursday.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth joins CENTCOM commander for update as Iran war rages forward
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave an update on the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa on Thursday. This comes as he tries to generate public support for the venture that has seen the toppling of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khomeini.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave an update on the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa on Thursday. This comes as he tries to generate public support for the venture that has seen the toppling of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khomeini.
House rejects Iran war powers resolution
The U.S. House has narrowly rejected a war powers resolution that would have stopped President Trump from further attacks on Iran without congressional approval.
The U.S. House has narrowly rejected a war powers resolution that would have stopped President Trump from further attacks on Iran without congressional approval.



















