One-on-One: Senate candidate Angie Nixon outlines positions on housing, healthcare, and foreign policy

State Representative Angie Nixon, a Jacksonville Democrat known for her vocal advocacy in the Florida House, is seeking her party’s nomination in Florida’s 2026 U.S. Senate special election.

Florida federal judge orders DHS to restore voter database access to 4 states: Reports

A federal judge ordered the Department of Homeland Security to continue giving four Republican-led states access to a voter citizenship verification database, defying a previous order originally blocking access.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Five Tampa Bay area cases reported

Local health experts are watching the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak closely as five cases have been reported in the Tampa Bay area.

Florida governor race: Viral moments, insults, lawsuits becomes hallmarks of GOP primary fight

A chaotic multi-candidate battle for the Republican gubernatorial nomination has devolved into a series of insults, altercations and lawsuits as challengers attempt to unseat frontrunner Rep. Byron Donalds.

Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time

Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war. 

Wesley Chapel family mourns man killed by falling tree during storm

A Wesley Chapel family is heartbroken and remembering the life of Mark Godsey, who was killed when a large tree crashed onto his home during strong storms in Pasco County earlier this week.

Tasty Home Cookin: Sarasota restaurant closing after 36 years

A legendary family restaurant landmark off Tuttle Avenue in Sarasota is shutting down after more than three decades of serving the community due to rising operational costs.

Clearwater art exhibition: Local teachers showcase masterpieces

Pinellas County art teachers are stepping out of their classrooms and into the spotlight to showcase their own creative talents in a new gallery display. 

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

Justin Bieber is joining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, adding another major name to a lineup that already includes Madonna, Shakira and BTS.

Gulfport artist turns bronze and copper into one-of-a-kind art

Eric Allen Folsom Jr. was born and raised in St. Petersburg and has been connected to Gulfport since he was an infant.

Hudson DUI arrest: Woman with children in car crashes into building and deputy's SUV: FHP

A Florida woman was arrested on multiple DUI-related charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say she crashed into a chiropractic building and backed into a Pasco County deputy's patrol SUV.

'You wanna get hit?' Tourist arrested trying to fly home after Davenport resort rampage

A Wisconsin traveler trying to board a flight home was arrested after deputies said she intentionally rammed a Davenport security guard with a vehicle on the Fourth of July.

Man arrested after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail at wheelchair user

A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters.

Florida weather: Saharan dust brings poor air quality

A massive plume of Saharan dust drifting across the Atlantic Ocean will blanket Florida on Wednesday, threatening local air quality while suppressing regional tropical activity.

Palmetto woman dies after boat crashes into mangroves: FWC

A Palmetto woman was killed after a boat carrying seven people crashed into mangroves in Manatee County over the holiday weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Florida deputies rescue child from unsafe living conditions during drug investigation: OCSO

Three people have been arrested, and a young child was removed from a home after deputies say they discovered deplorable living conditions while serving a search warrant as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation.