Baby rescued, suspect killed during human trafficking operation with ties to Tampa: FDLE
An 11-month-old baby was rescued after a months-long human trafficking operation that led to the death of its suspected human trafficker, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
An 11-month-old baby was rescued after a months-long human trafficking operation that led to the death of its suspected human trafficker, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Convicted felon, known gang member arrested for drug trafficking: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a convicted felon and known gang member on Wednesday after serving a search warrant in Apollo Beach.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a convicted felon and known gang member on Wednesday after serving a search warrant in Apollo Beach.
Tampa advocates, parents push for solutions ahead of possible ‘teen takeover’ events
Tampa police will be out in full force this weekend preparing for the possibility of two "teen takeover" events in Tampa.
Tampa police will be out in full force this weekend preparing for the possibility of two "teen takeover" events in Tampa.
Rising childcare costs make summer fun more difficult: Affordable Bay Area options for families
Kari Thomas is a South Tampa mom. She wants to give her child everything but said the cost makes that impossible.
Kari Thomas is a South Tampa mom. She wants to give her child everything but said the cost makes that impossible.
Tampa city leaders approve $35M to jumpstart work for Ybor Harbor waterfront development
Construction can now move forward with a long-neglected industrial area along Tampa’s waterfront, transforming it into a mixed-use destination called Ybor Harbor.
Construction can now move forward with a long-neglected industrial area along Tampa’s waterfront, transforming it into a mixed-use destination called Ybor Harbor.
Rays, city of Tampa and Hillsborough County agree on new funding deal for $2.3B proposed stadium
A memorandum of understanding has been reached between the Tampa Bay Rays, Hillsborough County and the city of Tampa on a $2.3 billion ballpark that would be built on the campus of Hillsborough College in West Tampa.
A memorandum of understanding has been reached between the Tampa Bay Rays, Hillsborough County and the city of Tampa on a $2.3 billion ballpark that would be built on the campus of Hillsborough College in West Tampa.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers release 2026 NFL schedule
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have officially released their 2026 regular-season schedule, revealing a challenging slate as the team looks to regain control of the NFC South and return to playoff contention.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have officially released their 2026 regular-season schedule, revealing a challenging slate as the team looks to regain control of the NFC South and return to playoff contention.
Florida's newly approved congressional map to face first legal challenge over alleged partisan gerrymandering
Florida’s new congressional map is set to face its first court challenge Friday as voting-rights groups and voters argue the redistricting plan violates the state constitution by favoring Republicans.
Florida’s new congressional map is set to face its first court challenge Friday as voting-rights groups and voters argue the redistricting plan violates the state constitution by favoring Republicans.
Owners of North Redington Beach’s Coral Shores Resort start fundraiser to help with $1.7M in hurricane repairs
For decades, the Coral Shores Resort has served as a pink-hued sanctuary for families seeking a beach getaway.
For decades, the Coral Shores Resort has served as a pink-hued sanctuary for families seeking a beach getaway.
Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco plans to run for state Senate after November resignation
After 15 years as Pasco County's most visible elected official, Sheriff Chris Nocco is running to be one of 40 state senators.
After 15 years as Pasco County's most visible elected official, Sheriff Chris Nocco is running to be one of 40 state senators.
Pit bull to be euthanized after attacking Winter Haven foster mom
A Winter Haven woman is recovering in the hospital after a vicious dog attack inside her home.
A Winter Haven woman is recovering in the hospital after a vicious dog attack inside her home.
'Thank You, Jesus': Survivor recounts moments after plane crashed off Florida coast into ocean
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
FWC approves new restrictions on giant manta ray captures in Florida after viral video sparks public outcry
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new rules Wednesday prohibiting the international export of giant manta rays to foreign facilities.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new rules Wednesday prohibiting the international export of giant manta rays to foreign facilities.
Bradenton City Hall could temporarily move into Manatee County Administration Building as sale nears closing
After two years under contract, the sale of Bradenton City Hall is approaching its final stages, and city officials may have found a temporary home just a few blocks away.
After two years under contract, the sale of Bradenton City Hall is approaching its final stages, and city officials may have found a temporary home just a few blocks away.
1 killed in Lakeland crash: LPD
One person was killed Thursday morning in a single-vehicle crash, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
One person was killed Thursday morning in a single-vehicle crash, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Trump and DeSantis sued over donation of Miami land for 'extravagant' presidential library
Miami residents and a student filed a lawsuit Wednesday against President Donald Trump and Florida officials over the donation of college-owned land for a future presidential library.
Miami residents and a student filed a lawsuit Wednesday against President Donald Trump and Florida officials over the donation of college-owned land for a future presidential library.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Tampa man trying to walk across I-75 near Fletcher Avenue hit, killed by 2 vehicles: FHP
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
Florida AG launches investigation into NFL Rooney Rule
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
Taxpayers on the hook? $85M Florida city hall opens after delays, surprise $500K fix
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.