Swim Across America raises hope and millions of dollars for pediatric cancer research in St. Pete Beach

It’s not your average swim in S. Pete Beach. For 15 years, Swim Across America has brought thousands of swimmers from the Tampa Bay area into the ocean waters, all for pediatric cancer research.

Betty Broderick, convicted double murderer, dead at 78

Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.

Pentagon UFO website shatters records with 340M hits in first 12 hours

The release features hundreds of documents and dozens of videos, including Apollo 11 transcripts and reports of objects performing impossible aerial maneuvers.

Person hit, killed by Frontier plane after jumping fence at Denver airport

A Frontier Airlines plane struck and killed someone on the runway while taking off from Denver International Airport Friday night. The fatal crash sparked an engine fire on the plane.

Hantavirus latest: What’s next for cruise, passengers heading home

The cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak is set to anchor near the Canary Islands this weekend so passengers and some crew can disembark. Here’s how it will happen.

Largo native chef brings a world of experience to his local menu

On East Bay Drive, a local restaurant hides an international flair thanks to a well-traveled chef. At Rizo's Cuisine, the house-made meals give you the feel of home cooking with the flavors of France, Italy, China and beyond.

Where is Michael Jackson’s chimp Bubbles? The Florida retirement of a Hollywood legend

The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?

South Tampa residents push back on El Prado Boulevard traffic safety changes

The city of Tampa is moving forward with safety changes to El Prado Boulevard in South Tampa. Some residents oppose the project, arguing it could worsen traffic and create safety concerns, while a petition against the plan has gathered more than 800 signatures.

Killer in Colorado professor slaying makes disturbing comment after being dragged to court

A Colorado killer who mocked the court, skipped his own sentencing and forced a judge to order that he be brought in "by any means necessary" is now facing the rest of his life behind bars.

Pilot unharmed after small plane flips during emergency landing near Mulberry: PCSO

A pilot avoided injury Friday night after a small plane experienced engine trouble shortly after takeoff and flipped upside down during an emergency landing near Mulberry, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Julio Foolio murder: Jurors find 4 men guilty of first-degree murder for killing Florida rapper

A jury has reached a verdict in the trial of four men, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy, Sean Gathright, and Isaiah Chance, accused of shooting and killing Florida rapper Julio Foolio. 

A family affair: Sons follow mother's teaching footsteps at West Hernando Middle School

Something special is happening at West Hernando Middle School. Mrs. Susan Jackson has taught English Language Arts at the school for 38 years and her two sons, Adam and Brian, are carrying on her legacy.

North Port teacher accused of inappropriately touching students: 'Serious breach of trust’

An investigation since January into allegations of inappropriate conduct at Woodland Middle School ended Friday morning as North Port police led a 37-year-old math teacher away in handcuffs.