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.
RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.
'My Name is Asher Lev' brings powerful family story to Tampa's Stageworks Theatre
Honoring family and community versus chasing a dream of art is a debate in a new Stageworks Theatre play, "My Name is Asher Lev."
Honoring family and community versus chasing a dream of art is a debate in a new Stageworks Theatre play, "My Name is Asher Lev."
Trump removes Kristi Noem from Homeland Security post
President Donald Trump says he’s replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and will nominate in her place Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.
President Donald Trump says he’s replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and will nominate in her place Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.
Iran attacks Israel and US bases as war intensifies
Iran attacked Israel and American bases on Thursday and has threatened the United States for torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
Iran attacked Israel and American bases on Thursday and has threatened the United States for torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
Government contracter accused of stealing $46M in cryptocurrency from US Marshals
A U.S. contractor accused of stealing $46 million in cryptocurrency from the U.S. Marshals Service was arrested in Saint Martin. Here’s what we know.
A U.S. contractor accused of stealing $46 million in cryptocurrency from the U.S. Marshals Service was arrested in Saint Martin. Here’s what we know.
Frito-Lay Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips recalled
Frito-Lay is recalling select Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle chips in several states after possible undeclared milk contamination. Here's what to know.
Frito-Lay is recalling select Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle chips in several states after possible undeclared milk contamination. Here's what to know.
Driver dies in Texas shootout after fleeing border patrol checkpoint, officials say
A Wisconsin man was shot and killed by law enforcement Wednesday morning following a high-speed pursuit and a chaotic shootout that spanned multiple jurisdictions along Interstate 10, officials said.
A Wisconsin man was shot and killed by law enforcement Wednesday morning following a high-speed pursuit and a chaotic shootout that spanned multiple jurisdictions along Interstate 10, officials said.
Suspected 'Young Godz' gang member arrested after drugs, guns found at Tampa home: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Gang Unit has arrested an eight-time convicted felon during an ongoing investigation into a local gang.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Gang Unit has arrested an eight-time convicted felon during an ongoing investigation into a local gang.
America 250: Canadian National Railway Company unveils two commemorative locomotives as tribute to US
The Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is paying tribute to the United States’ 250th anniversary of its independence with two commemorative locomotives.
The Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is paying tribute to the United States’ 250th anniversary of its independence with two commemorative locomotives.
Bill addressing animal cruelty involving children, expanding on Dexter's Law moves forward
A bipartisan animal cruelty bill is awaiting the Governor's approval, after passing the Florida Legislature.
A bipartisan animal cruelty bill is awaiting the Governor's approval, after passing the Florida Legislature.
Scammer uses malicious email to swipe tens of thousands of dollars from elderly Lithia woman: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man in connection with an organized fraud scheme targeting the elderly.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man in connection with an organized fraud scheme targeting the elderly.
Women found dead on Utah hiking trail; suspect arrested after manhunt, police say
A suspect is in custody after three women were found dead in Utah, two on a hiking trail and one in a home near Capitol Reef National Park.
A suspect is in custody after three women were found dead in Utah, two on a hiking trail and one in a home near Capitol Reef National Park.
Britney Spears arrested for alleged DUI in California
Singer Britney Spears was arrested by the California Highway Patrol on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County late Wednesday night.
Singer Britney Spears was arrested by the California Highway Patrol on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County late Wednesday night.
SNAP junk food purchase ban: Four more states to implement restrictions — See other states with bans
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting Temple Terrace teen arrested
Temple Terrace police have arrested a man in connection with a reported child abduction and kidnapping.
Temple Terrace police have arrested a man in connection with a reported child abduction and kidnapping.
Mother dies shielding her child from three dogs
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Tampa study finds increase in golf cart crashes starting in 2021 while experts warn of injuries, legal issues
A new study created by a Tampa-based law firm breaks down data about golf cart crashes, the injuries that follow and the groups most vulnerable to crashes.
A new study created by a Tampa-based law firm breaks down data about golf cart crashes, the injuries that follow and the groups most vulnerable to crashes.