4 Tampa men sentenced to prison for armed robberies at Hillsborough County 7-Eleven stores

Four Tampa men who admitted to carrying out a pair of armed robberies at Hillsborough County convenience stores in 2024 have now been sentenced to prison, according to the State Attorney’s Office.

Medicare patients could save $1.1 billion under new Trump rule

The Trump administration says a new rule could slash prescription drug costs for Medicare patients by $1.1 billion. Here's what could change.

Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says

A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.

Haines City man drank 'several beers' before crash that killed teen dirt bike rider: PCSO

A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.

Fourth of July weekend lane closures: Bay Area interstates, highways and bridges affected through next week

Drivers traveling across the Bay Area should prepare for overnight lane closures and ongoing construction projects as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues roadwork throughout the region next week.

July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.

Tampa Bay History Center's new exhibit reveals Florida's untold Revolutionary-era history

Florida has long had a reputation for independence. But during the American Revolution, the land that is part of the modern-day Tampa Bay area was not fighting for freedom from Britain.

Safe Summer Series: Teen takeover prevention programs grow in Tampa

The Safe Summer Series continued on Thursday night with a basketball tournament, video game tournament, crafting event, social media competition and most importantly, an opportunity for kids to socialize in a safe way.

1 dead after being pulled from burning Zephyrhills home

Pasco firefighters are investigating a deadly fire that sparked in a Zephyrhills neighborhood Thursday evening. 

Polk County effort aims to rebrand State Road 60 to 'Route 60' after iconic Route 66

Polk County leaders and business owners are backing an ambitious proposal to rebrand State Road 60 as Route 60 to create a coast-to-coast tourism adventure across Florida.

911 call, deputy body cam released in Florida alligator attack: 'She needs help'

Following a deadly alligator attack on 31-year-old Brittany Clark at the Little Big Econ State Forest, officials released 911 audio and body camera footage showing her friends and a deputy rushing to save her life.

Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites

Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.