Nearly 4.3 million Americans lost SNAP benefits last year
Nearly 4.3 million Americans stopped receiving SNAP benefits from January 2025 through January 2026. Experts say it's because of changes that make the program harder to access.
Nearly 4.3 million Americans stopped receiving SNAP benefits from January 2025 through January 2026. Experts say it's because of changes that make the program harder to access.
Trump says GLP-1 weight-loss drugs coming at $50 for Medicare patients
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
Investigators seize 5 pounds of cocaine, $40K and more in narcotics bust: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said two people are behind bars after a two-month-long narcotics investigation into members of the Vice Lords gang.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said two people are behind bars after a two-month-long narcotics investigation into members of the Vice Lords gang.
African Lion 2026: 2 US service members missing in Morocco
Two U.S. service members participating in the war games exercise African Lion have been reported missing in Morocco.
Two U.S. service members participating in the war games exercise African Lion have been reported missing in Morocco.
National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
USF Marine Laboratory devastated by two-alarm blaze
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg Marine Science Laboratory caught fire Saturday evening. The building is likely a total loss, according to St. Petersburg Fire District Chief Michael Lewis.
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg Marine Science Laboratory caught fire Saturday evening. The building is likely a total loss, according to St. Petersburg Fire District Chief Michael Lewis.
Kentucky teen charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Crews battle fire at building on USF St. Pete campus
Crews were battling a fire near the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus Saturday afternoon.
Crews were battling a fire near the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus Saturday afternoon.
WWII Navy Airman laid to rest in Clearwater more than 80 years after being killed in action
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
Man in custody after making threats, barricading himself in apartment complex: SPPD
The St. Petersburg Police Department has taken a man into custody after he barricaded himself at the Vantage Point Apartments in St. Pete.
The St. Petersburg Police Department has taken a man into custody after he barricaded himself at the Vantage Point Apartments in St. Pete.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Tony Dungy hosts All Pro Dad Experience in Tampa, emphasizing the impact of fatherhood
They say anyone can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.
They say anyone can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.
Alleged gang member arrested after search warrant reveals drugs, guns and cash: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man in connection with the Latin Kings gang after a search revealed drug paraphernalia.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man in connection with the Latin Kings gang after a search revealed drug paraphernalia.
Tornado watch issued for several Florida counties Saturday
A tornado watch has been issued by the National Weather Service, affecting several Florida counties.
A tornado watch has been issued by the National Weather Service, affecting several Florida counties.
Depression on I-275 causes road closures, repairs underway: FHP
Florida Highway Troopers are monitoring a depression in the roadway along northbound I-275.
Florida Highway Troopers are monitoring a depression in the roadway along northbound I-275.
Tampa Fire Rescue adds new recruits as 'challenging' brush fire season intensifies
Tampa Fire Rescue said it is well-staffed now with more than the minimum already employed.
Tampa Fire Rescue said it is well-staffed now with more than the minimum already employed.
USF vigil honors slain doctoral students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy
Hundreds gathered on the University of South Florida’s campus Friday for a vigil honoring Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy.
Hundreds gathered on the University of South Florida’s campus Friday for a vigil honoring Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy.
St. Pete police officer involved in crash with motorcycle, rider critically injured: SPPD
A St. Petersburg police officer was involved in a crash with a motorcycle Friday night that left the rider with life-threatening injuries, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
A St. Petersburg police officer was involved in a crash with a motorcycle Friday night that left the rider with life-threatening injuries, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.