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.
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.
Boyfriend of Florida woman killed in alligator attack: She was amazing, caring
The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.
The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.
Dry weather prompts fire, safety warnings ahead of Fourth of July holiday in Tampa
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Florida Senate race: Ashley Moody readies for election fight against Alex Vindman
Sen. Ashley Moody is four months away from facing Florida voters to see if they want her to remain in the U.S. Senate. Moody, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2025 to replace Marco Rubio, is now seeking her first full term.
Sen. Ashley Moody is four months away from facing Florida voters to see if they want her to remain in the U.S. Senate. Moody, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2025 to replace Marco Rubio, is now seeking her first full term.
CDC reports early, strong start to West Nile virus season
With the Fourth of July weekend approaching, health officials are urging Tampa Bay area residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks an early and strong start to the West Nile virus season.
With the Fourth of July weekend approaching, health officials are urging Tampa Bay area residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks an early and strong start to the West Nile virus season.
Tampa International Airport unveils progress on new 16-gate Airside D terminal
Tampa International Airport officials provided the public with the first detailed look at the future of the airport as construction continues on the airport's new Airside D terminal.
Tampa International Airport officials provided the public with the first detailed look at the future of the airport as construction continues on the airport's new Airside D terminal.
Lifeguard staff beefed up, personal fireworks banned in Sarasota, Manatee counties over Fourth of July weekend
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Lake Wales pottery project: National grant funds free community art classes ahead of America 250
Hundreds of local residents are shaping clay into unique art pieces at the Lake Wales Arts Council to prepare for a major summer exhibition. The upcoming gallery showcase celebrates the diverse history of the nation through hands-on community crafting.
Hundreds of local residents are shaping clay into unique art pieces at the Lake Wales Arts Council to prepare for a major summer exhibition. The upcoming gallery showcase celebrates the diverse history of the nation through hands-on community crafting.
Florida issues 1st Spectrum Alert: What is it? How to sign up?
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Nancy Guthrie: California man pleads guilty to sending 'imposter ransom demand'
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
Explosion erupts as firefighters investigate apartment complex
Dramatic video captured the moment an explosion erupted inside the electrical room of a Tacoma, Washington, apartment complex as firefighters investigated reports of smoke.
Dramatic video captured the moment an explosion erupted inside the electrical room of a Tacoma, Washington, apartment complex as firefighters investigated reports of smoke.
Record decline in home asking prices offers buyers an affordability boost
Home listing prices are declining at the fastest pace in at least nine years. Here's what to know.
Home listing prices are declining at the fastest pace in at least nine years. Here's what to know.
USF announces new off-campus housing safety measures after student murders
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Tennessee university to pay professor $1.9M after calling Charlie Kirk a 'disgusting psychopath'
A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Venice man shot, later died after allegedly breaking into apartment and attacking resident: Police
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
Man fatally shot after fight over Walmart parking spot
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
FBI joins expanding search for missing 4-year-old South Carolina girl
The search for missing 4-year-old Javeayah Harris has intensified after the FBI joined state and local law enforcement agencies in Aiken County, South Carolina.
The search for missing 4-year-old Javeayah Harris has intensified after the FBI joined state and local law enforcement agencies in Aiken County, South Carolina.
St. Petersburg homicide suspect facing charges in killing of 86-year-old man and dog: Police
A suspect is facing charges in connection with the deadly shooting of an 86-year-old man and the killing of the victim's family dog in St. Petersburg earlier this week, police announced Thursday.
A suspect is facing charges in connection with the deadly shooting of an 86-year-old man and the killing of the victim's family dog in St. Petersburg earlier this week, police announced Thursday.
St. Pete selects developers with affordable housing plans for Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch announced Thursday that the city has selected two local developer partnerships to move forward with the long-awaited redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District, calling the decision the beginning of a new chapter after decades of waiting.
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch announced Thursday that the city has selected two local developer partnerships to move forward with the long-awaited redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District, calling the decision the beginning of a new chapter after decades of waiting.