Fire training sends flames into sky at Tampa International Airport: 'We need to be prepared'
You may have seen or spotted a thick plume of black smoke rising above Tampa International Airport. Don’t worry, though, the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Division has been performing training exercises after sunset this week.
Lakeland's Christmas Parade brings holiday magic to the streets
The streets of Lakeland were alive with Christmas joy Thursday night as the annual Christmas parade brought holiday spirit to the community.
40,000 rubber flamingos to float down river to help raise money for sick children
This Saturday, thousands of adopted rubber flamingos will race down the water at John's Pass in a massive fundraising event, all to benefit local children battling life-threatening illnesses.
Hillsborough driver involved in deadly DUI crash found guilty of lesser charge
A woman has been found guilty of a lesser charge in a deadly crash in Hillsborough County in 2021.
Attorney for now-fired Tampa code enforcement director gives justification for lottery cash-in
The lawyer for the now-fired director of code enforcement in Tampa is responding to the state attorney's decision not to press charges.
New Florida law bans anything blocking, altering license plates — including frames, covers, clear shields
A law that took effect Oct. 1 bans anything that blocks or alters a driver’s license plate. It includes frames, covers and even clear shields.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office warns of QR code scams
They’re convenient, but law enforcement says you should think twice before scanning a QR code.
Cancer patients get behind-the scenes with pics and pucks from Tampa Bay Lightning
Before the puck drops at Benchmark International Arena Thursday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning offered an uplifting, behind-the-scenes experience for cancer patients going through the most challenging moments of their lives.
FDA approves new specialized glasses to help children with nearsightedness
The U.S. FDA authorized marketing of new specialized eyeglass lenses to help slow the progression of myopia in children ages 6 to 12 years old.
High school wrestling tournament renamed Windham Rotunda Memorial Invitational to honor late wrestling star
High school wrestling tournament renamed Windham Rotunda Memorial Invitational to honor late wrestling star.
Man arrested for shooting woman in the leg in St. Pete: Police
A man is behind bars after shooting a woman on Monday in St. Petersburg, officers said.
'Waste to worth': Manatee County turning trash into power with $50M renewable gas project
Garbage dumped at Manatee County's Lena Road landfill will soon be converted from methane gas into usable energy. The goal is to help the county go from 'waste to worth.' The process is already being done on a small level, but a partnership and project will soon make it large scale.
Missing Florida teen shot to death, lit on fire by friends from school: Sheriff
Two Florida teenagers are in custody after deputies say a missing 14-year-old girl was found shot to death and set on fire.
Florida man leaves 3 cats to die in trash-filled house with no electricity after moving out: CCSO
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he moved away and left three cats to die inside a trash-filled home.
Florida man killed by deputies told victim ‘get on your knees’ before firing shots in taunting 911 call: SJSO
A Florida sheriff’s office is releasing more information about what happened minutes before deputies shot and killed an armed suspect in St. Augustine.
Pepin Academies' Transitional Program helping graduates get additional training beyond the classroom
A school for students with developmental and learning disabilities in Tampa Bay started a transitional program to help its students enter the workforce.
St. Pete man sentenced to prison for making child porn, trying to meet a minor for sex
A St. Petersburg man was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in prison for charges of production of child sexual abuse material and attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity, stemming from an undercover child predator sting in Marion County.
Christmas Lane brings 1.5 million lights to Plant City
Christmas Lane is back for the holiday season in Plant City, transforming part of the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds into a massive walk-through winter wonderland.
Polk County Sheriff's Office mourns death of deputy sheriff
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its deputy sheriffs.
New Florida laws take effect January 1, 2026: Here’s what to know
After the champagne is popped symbolizing the start of 2026, a few new laws will take effect in Florida.