Attention artists: The 2026 National Veterans Day poster contest is now open
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.
Hillsborough deputies investigating after man shot in face and foot during argument
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
Pinellas Park teen helps deliver newborn daughter at home
A Pinellas Park teen helped deliver his daughter at home when she was unexpectedly born seven weeks early.
A Pinellas Park teen helped deliver his daughter at home when she was unexpectedly born seven weeks early.
St. Pete Winter Pride braces for record crowds
The streets of St. Petersburg are preparing for a massive influx of visitors as St. Pete Winter Pride kicks off its second annual celebration. After a successful debut last year, organizers are doubling down on events, expectations and impact.
The streets of St. Petersburg are preparing for a massive influx of visitors as St. Pete Winter Pride kicks off its second annual celebration. After a successful debut last year, organizers are doubling down on events, expectations and impact.
Crash on State Road 50 sends 3 people to hospital: HCFR
Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday night near the Ridge Manor community, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday night near the Ridge Manor community, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Crews battle massive brush fire burning in Wimauma: HCFR
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
DHS shutdown: Border czar Tom Homan signals no compromising on masks
Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.
Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.
Sarasota's Marie Selby Gardens pairs artwork with nature in latest exhibit
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
Watch: Smiling toddler gets stuck inside claw machine while parents aren't looking
It only took 15 seconds for 2-year-old Cooper to get stuck inside a claw machine while his parents were momentarily distracted. The smiling toddler didn’t seem to mind.
It only took 15 seconds for 2-year-old Cooper to get stuck inside a claw machine while his parents were momentarily distracted. The smiling toddler didn’t seem to mind.
Tampa police boost safety measures in Ybor City for Illuminated Knight Parade
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
Zephyrhills stabbing leaves man hospitalized, teen arrested on multiple charges: PCSO
A 17-year-old was arrested after a stabbing left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Saturday morning in Zephyrhills, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
A 17-year-old was arrested after a stabbing left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Saturday morning in Zephyrhills, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
Oklahoma Georgia basketball game delayed by popcorn machine fire: Video
A college basketball game was briefly delayed Saturday when a popcorn machine suddenly burst into flames.
A college basketball game was briefly delayed Saturday when a popcorn machine suddenly burst into flames.
Opposition grows over proposed cruise terminal in Manatee County as new task force rallies residents
Residents and environmental advocates are mobilizing early as plans for a possible cruise terminal near Terra Ceia Bay are sparking debate about growth, conservation and the future of local waterways.
Residents and environmental advocates are mobilizing early as plans for a possible cruise terminal near Terra Ceia Bay are sparking debate about growth, conservation and the future of local waterways.
St. Pete's Localtopia event marks 13 years of supporting small businesses
More than 300 local businesses gathered at Williams Park for the 13th annual Localtopia, celebrating “all things local" in St. Petersburg.
More than 300 local businesses gathered at Williams Park for the 13th annual Localtopia, celebrating “all things local" in St. Petersburg.
St. Pete 'super speeder' arrested for DUI, accused of hitting 101 mph on Howard Frankland Bridge: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was clocked driving 101 miles per hour before leading troopers on a high-speed chase across the Howard Frankland Bridge early Valentine’s Day morning.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was clocked driving 101 miles per hour before leading troopers on a high-speed chase across the Howard Frankland Bridge early Valentine’s Day morning.
Tampa street takeover leads to 100+ mph chase, 4 arrested: FHP
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
ICE ramps up deportation push with 92,600 new beds in $38.3B expansion
ICE is ramping up its deportation push with plans for eight mega-centers capable of housing up to 10,000 detainees each, according to an internal agency memo.
ICE is ramping up its deportation push with plans for eight mega-centers capable of housing up to 10,000 detainees each, according to an internal agency memo.
Sarasota felon tased, arrested after I-275 chase ends at International Plaza and Bay Street mall: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
Tampa kids create Valentine's Day cards to share love with others
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.