Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' singer, dies
Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.
Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Lakeland man gets 30 years in prison for gun charge tied to Christmas Eve shooting that killed grandmother
A Lakeland man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after investigators linked him to the firearm used in a Christmas Eve 2020 shooting that killed a 70-year-old grandmother and injured three members of her family.
A Lakeland man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after investigators linked him to the firearm used in a Christmas Eve 2020 shooting that killed a 70-year-old grandmother and injured three members of her family.
Group sues DeSantis over Florida domestic terrorist law
The Council on American-Islamic Relations filed a federal lawsuit late Wednesday after Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his intent to label the group a domestic terrorist organization under a new state law.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations filed a federal lawsuit late Wednesday after Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his intent to label the group a domestic terrorist organization under a new state law.
Treasure Island beach cleanup: Volunteers remove 450 pounds of trash after Fourth of July
It took dozens of volunteers with Treasure Island Adopt-a-Beach all morning to clean up the Treasure Island beach the Sunday morning after the Fourth of July.
It took dozens of volunteers with Treasure Island Adopt-a-Beach all morning to clean up the Treasure Island beach the Sunday morning after the Fourth of July.
US Coast Guard saves 8, including infant and child, after vessel capsizes off Fort Myers Beach
A quick-thinking crew from U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach saved eight lives, including an infant and a child, after a boat capsized Friday afternoon near the Sanibel Causeway in Florida.
A quick-thinking crew from U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach saved eight lives, including an infant and a child, after a boat capsized Friday afternoon near the Sanibel Causeway in Florida.
Lakeland City Commission holds first public hearing on proposed data center moratorium
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Pasco County community gathers at SunWest Park memorial after 3-year-old drowns during festival
A day after a holiday celebration turned tragic, visitors returned to Pasco County's SunWest Park to remember a 3-year-old boy who died after drowning during the park's Scallop and Music Festival.
A day after a holiday celebration turned tragic, visitors returned to Pasco County's SunWest Park to remember a 3-year-old boy who died after drowning during the park's Scallop and Music Festival.
Missing woman found dead inside SUV at McDonald's near Tampa: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a woman who had been reported missing last week was found dead inside a vehicle in the parking lot of a McDonald's near Tampa on Sunday morning.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a woman who had been reported missing last week was found dead inside a vehicle in the parking lot of a McDonald's near Tampa on Sunday morning.
Plane involved in SR-60 crash experienced mechanical issues during takeoff: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
2 dead after fatal fire in Winter Haven home: WHPD
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
Missouri mother of 5 killed while buying slushies with children, police say
A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.
A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.
Tampa shooting: Driver fires after armed man opens door
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
Missing scuba diver found dead off Treasure Island Beach, police say
The Treasure Island Police Department is investigating the death of a scuba diver after a body was found floating off the beach..
The Treasure Island Police Department is investigating the death of a scuba diver after a body was found floating off the beach..
From Greece to St. Pete: Mythos Greek Bistro brings traditional menu to their outdoor patio
It began as a vision to bring an authentic taste of Greece to the downtown St. Petersburg area, and, Danjel Morina and Konstantinos Chillias were able to bring that vision to life in the form of Mythos Greek Bistro.
It began as a vision to bring an authentic taste of Greece to the downtown St. Petersburg area, and, Danjel Morina and Konstantinos Chillias were able to bring that vision to life in the form of Mythos Greek Bistro.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
Three years after 7-year-old was killed in Fourth of July shooting, Tampa family still searching for justice
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Missing South Carolina 4-year-old girl believed dead; Parents arrested
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Thousands of runners complete sold-out St. Pete Pier Fourth of July race
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.