Wisconsin gold buying scam, woman loses more than $400,000

A Wisconsin woman thought she was protecting her money from identity thieves. Instead, she lost almost everything.

New federal hemp THC limits threaten Florida beverage market

A new federal law is set to dramatically reshape the hemp-derived THC market, leaving many Florida businesses scrambling to adapt. While supporters say the changes will help prevent intoxicating products from ending up in the wrong hands, local retailers warn the new limits could wipe out much of their inventory and threaten their livelihoods.

Senate unveils spending bill that avoids shutdown before election

A new short-term federal spending bill was unveiled Sunday that would fund federal agencies into early December and prevent lawmakers up for reelection from facing voters in the midst of another government shutdown battle. 

Tuskegee University requires business suits, bans bonnets and du-rags in new dress code

Tuskegee University is implementing a new dress code requiring students to bring a business suit and dress shoes to campus while banning bonnets, du-rags and other non-religious head coverings in classrooms and cafeterias.

Byron Donalds unveils 'Florida's Space Race' initiative to bring NASA HQ to Brevard County

Congressman Byron Donalds and Senator Ashley Moody announced an initiative to relocate NASA headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Brevard County under the proposed "CAPE Canaveral Act."

Two men arrested after physical fight and shot fired on Pinellas Park bus

An ongoing argument between two men escalated into gunfire aboard a public transit bus Sunday morning in Pinellas Park, according to police. 

In-N-Out Burger shooting leaves multiple dead in Idaho

Multiple people were killed and several more injured in a shooting at an Idaho fast-food restaurant.

Community Steps Up After Tragedy Leaves 10-Year-Old Hospitalized

After weeks in the hospital, 10-year-old Asher Thompson continues to make progress in his recovery. On Saturday, neighbors, local businesses and community organizations gathered at W. H. Jack Mitchell Park to help ease the financial burden facing his family as he prepares for the next stage of treatment.

Land O'Lakes brothers qualify for Team USA karate rosters

Two Land O'Lakes brothers secured top rankings on Team USA karate divisions as they prepare to represent the country in upcoming international events.

Dunedin open container district: Businesses push for outdoor drinking

Local business owners are pushing city leaders to let downtown happy hour spill onto the sidewalks to help rescue slumping summer sales.

Event travel drives record $36 million spring tax collection in Pinellas County

A surge in special event travel and group trips helped Pinellas County tourism leaders generate record tax revenues this spring, fueling local beach recovery efforts.

High winds and severe storms hit as Florida man vanishes on Georgia lake

First responders are searching two square miles of Carters Lake in Murray and Gilmer counties by air and water for missing 37-year-old Sean Cunningham.

Tampa rescue team: Firefighters recognized for Venezuela earthquake response

Three Tampa Fire Rescue firefighters were honored Friday after risking their lives in Venezuela to search through rubble and rescue survivors following two major June earthquakes. 

St. Petersburg crosswalk upgrades: City improves school zone safety

St. Petersburg officials are upgrading crosswalks near St. Pete High School after a student was hit by a car and critically injured in May.

Federal agency warns of growing cyber threat to water systems

Federal officials have issued a national advisory warning of cyber threats to public water systems after multiple utilities across Minnesota were targeted in recent cyber incidents.

Family of Gandy Blvd. murder victim pleaded with Gov. DeSantis to sign death warrant

Nearly forty years after a man was sentenced to death for a killing along Gandy Blvd., daughters of the victim are begging the governor to finally sign a death warrant.

More than 130K fireworks recalled over explosion risk

A nationwide fireworks recall is warning consumers to stop using a popular firework rocket after officials said it could explode before reaching its intended height.

St. Pete hurricane expo targets seniors' safety after deadly storms

Emergency officials tried to reach older residents through a mid-season hurricane expo at the Sunshine Senior Center in St. Pete on Friday.