St. Pete man accused of hitting trooper with stolen vehicle during chase through Hillsborough County: FHP
A St. Pete man is facing several charges and is accused of fleeing in a stolen vehicle, hitting a trooper and patrol car before leading troopers on a late-night pursuit through eastern Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A St. Pete man is facing several charges and is accused of fleeing in a stolen vehicle, hitting a trooper and patrol car before leading troopers on a late-night pursuit through eastern Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
4-year-old child found dead in Wimauma: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 4-year-old child in Wimauma.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 4-year-old child in Wimauma.
Tampa Bay’s 2026 report card highlights strong jobs, dangerous streets, cost of living crisis
Tampa Bay’s report card is in, and the region’s workforce pipeline remains strong. But even after a year of progress, affording to live in the region remains a challenge.
Tampa Bay’s report card is in, and the region’s workforce pipeline remains strong. But even after a year of progress, affording to live in the region remains a challenge.
Navy reservist accused of murdering wife believed to have fled to Hong Kong
A Navy reservist on active duty is accused of murdering his wife in Virginia before fleeing to Hong Kong, according to the FBI.
A Navy reservist on active duty is accused of murdering his wife in Virginia before fleeing to Hong Kong, according to the FBI.
Pinellas County hiring lifeguards ahead of busy beach season amid statewide shortage
As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush.
As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush.
Juveniles among 3 arrested in Sarasota armed gas station robbery: Police
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Sarasota gas station late Wednesday night, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Sarasota gas station late Wednesday night, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Rays, property taxes, Ybor safety hot topics during ‘State of Our Cities’ panel with 3 city mayors
When three of Hillsborough County’s top city leaders share a stage to answer questions, the community doesn't shy away.
When three of Hillsborough County’s top city leaders share a stage to answer questions, the community doesn't shy away.
Rep. Donalds holds listening tour in Tampa over health care, property insurance
The Republican candidate who is leading in the polls to become the party's nominee for governor held a listening session Friday in Tampa focused on health care and property insurance.
The Republican candidate who is leading in the polls to become the party's nominee for governor held a listening session Friday in Tampa focused on health care and property insurance.
Car loaded with weapons crashes into Nevada substation in suspected act of terror
Law enforcement is investigating a potential act of terror after a man drove across the U.S. in a rental car loaded with weapons and crashed into a Nevada power substation.
Law enforcement is investigating a potential act of terror after a man drove across the U.S. in a rental car loaded with weapons and crashed into a Nevada power substation.
Parents left scrambling after South Tampa preschool announces closure
Parents in South Tampa are scrambling to find childcare after learning their children's preschool is closing at the end of the school year.
Parents in South Tampa are scrambling to find childcare after learning their children's preschool is closing at the end of the school year.
Fifth suspect arrested in Tampa kidnapping, armed robbery linked to home rented by Detroit Lions player: TPD
A fifth suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa that detectives say is linked to a rental home used by Terrion Arnold, a cornerback for the Detroit Lions.
A fifth suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa that detectives say is linked to a rental home used by Terrion Arnold, a cornerback for the Detroit Lions.
Solicitor shot until accused gunman ran out of bullets in Brandon community: HCSO
A door-to-door solicitor is recovering after being shot multiple times by a man in Hillsborough County.
A door-to-door solicitor is recovering after being shot multiple times by a man in Hillsborough County.
Shore Acres to get $32M flood relief project; residents question if it’s enough
For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events.
For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events.
Venice man accused of chloroforming, killing missing woman told nurse he killed 4: Affidavit
A Venice man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a Bradenton woman who vanished in 2024 and is believed to be dead.
A Venice man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a Bradenton woman who vanished in 2024 and is believed to be dead.
‘Pray for Laine’: South Tampa mother details 5-year-old’s journey with life-threatening condition
A little girl whose fight for her life captured the hearts of her entire South Tampa community is on the road to recovery.
A little girl whose fight for her life captured the hearts of her entire South Tampa community is on the road to recovery.
Singer Steve Perry sets the record straight, says rumors he’s rejoining Journey not true
Legendary rock singer Steve Perry has taken to social media to set the record straight about rumors that he would be rejoining Journey where he was the lead singer in the band’s heyday.
Legendary rock singer Steve Perry has taken to social media to set the record straight about rumors that he would be rejoining Journey where he was the lead singer in the band’s heyday.
Mulberry Cultural Center exhibition explores art off the canvas
A new Mulberry Cultural Center exhibition called "Surface Tension," explores the use of non-traditional materials in art.
A new Mulberry Cultural Center exhibition called "Surface Tension," explores the use of non-traditional materials in art.
Florida citrus growers fear another freeze after statewide crop losses
Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) toured an orange grove in Polk City that saw 40% of its crop take weather damage during a cold snap that hit the entire state last week.
Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) toured an orange grove in Polk City that saw 40% of its crop take weather damage during a cold snap that hit the entire state last week.
Three engineers charged with allegedly stealing Google trade secrets and sending them to Iran
The engineers allegedly stole confidential information, including Google trade secrets and transferred the sensitive data to Iran and other places, according to the Department of Justice.
The engineers allegedly stole confidential information, including Google trade secrets and transferred the sensitive data to Iran and other places, according to the Department of Justice.
Sounding out success: Early help for struggling readers
Inside Sulphur Springs K 8 Community School, PCAT Literacy Ministries helps young students master the basics: letters, sounds, and confidence.
Inside Sulphur Springs K 8 Community School, PCAT Literacy Ministries helps young students master the basics: letters, sounds, and confidence.