Polk County firefighters battle fire at Battery USA in Lakeland: PCFR

Polk County Fire Rescue said it was working to extinguish a commercial structure fire on Combee Road in Lakeland. The building was a Battery USA store.

Chill out this summer with the Nueva Cantina frozen menu and cool food offerings

A local Mexican street taquería is cooling down the summer heat with a dedicated seasonal drink and food menu running through August. Raul Medina of Nueva Cantina shared details about the custom themes that his scratch kitchen is bringing to guests.

Tulsi Gabbard's brother charged after allegedly trying to lure children to Waikīkī hotel room: police

The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.

Fire captain, wife and three children reportedly killed in flash flood

A Utah firefighter, his wife and three of their children were reportedly killed after a flash flood swept through southern Utah while the family was hiking and canyoneering.

Unexpected baby born at Brandon hospital shifts vacation plans for Rhode Island couple

A Rhode Island couple received the surprise of a lifetime when a medical visit for stomach pain revealed the woman was in labor hours before their planned cruise departed from the Tampa Bay area.

3-year-old killed after being hit by truck in Winter Haven: PCSO

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says it is investigating a fatal crash from Friday night that claimed the life of a 3-year-old girl.

Family-owned restaurant serves customized crust options for pizza pies with local produce

For 27 years, South Tampa residents have been treated to a handcrafted pizzeria that's family-owned and dedicated to making their customers feel special. The Gourmet Pizza Company counts their success to their commitment to fresh produce, high-quality ingredients and making each customer happy on every visit.

National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals and freebies

From Dairy Queen to Cold Stone, National Ice Cream Day 2026 is serving up some sweet deals.

Tampa City Council faces off in friendly karaoke competition

Tampa City Council members swapped city business for microphones Friday night during a friendly karaoke competition at the Babe Zaharias Clubhouse.

Severe storms spark major ground delay at Tampa International Airport

Severe thunderstorms forced a temporary ground stop at Tampa International Airport on Friday, disrupting more than 45% of flights before weather cleared in the afternoon.

Developer buys Westshore Plaza as major mixed-use overhauls are coming to Tampa properties

Several major Tampa commercial properties are moving closer to dramatic transformations after a flurry of real estate transactions and redevelopment rollouts. Westshore Plaza, Britton Plaza and Stetson University are all undergoing major changes as developers look to replicate modern mixed-use concepts.

Squeezing out the red tape: Modernizing America's orange juice standards to aid domestic farmers

A new Food and Drug Administration regulation will lower the minimum sugar content for pasteurized orange juice, a change that the Trump administration says will advance the "America First" agenda, officials announced in Lakeland on Friday. 

Father, son accused of kidnapping US Forest Service workers near Mt. Shasta

A father and son face federal charges after allegedly kidnapping two U.S. Forest Service employees near Mt. Shasta and holding them hostage for nearly 15 hours before surrendering to law enforcement.