Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
Murder-suicide stemming from kidnapping under investigation in Spring Hill: Deputies
A murder-suicide that stems from a kidnapping is under investigation in Spring Hill, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.
A murder-suicide that stems from a kidnapping is under investigation in Spring Hill, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.
Eckerd College campus thrift sale: Program funds student jobs
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
UF researchers developing AI-powered tool to predict deadly water bacteria
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
Back to school spending: Bay Area families face record costs as students return
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
Gov. DeSantis touts electric air taxis set for testing in Florida by end of 2026: 'Dream into reality'
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
2 charged with murder in separate Hillsborough deadly fentanyl overdose cases: HCSO
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
2 arrested after missing juvenile found during Senoia traffic stop
Two adults face charges after Georgia officers discovered a missing Florida child inside a vehicle during a July 31 traffic stop in Senoia.
Two adults face charges after Georgia officers discovered a missing Florida child inside a vehicle during a July 31 traffic stop in Senoia.
Manatee County students return for new school year, district celebrates 90% graduation rate
School District of Manatee County staff gathered Monday morning to wave off bus drivers as students return for the first day of classes.
School District of Manatee County staff gathered Monday morning to wave off bus drivers as students return for the first day of classes.
‘Reckless’ Florida driver tries to carjack vehicle on Interstate 4 after crashing into trooper: FHP
A high-speed pursuit of a reckless driver along Interstate 4 ended in a crash with a Florida Highway Patrol vehicle and a failed carjacking attempt Monday morning, according to troopers.
A high-speed pursuit of a reckless driver along Interstate 4 ended in a crash with a Florida Highway Patrol vehicle and a failed carjacking attempt Monday morning, according to troopers.
1 critically injured in reported explosion in Tarpon Springs: TSFR
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
Manatee County deputies believe 3 victims were 'targeted' in shooting near Palmetto
Three people were injured in what deputies believe was a targeted shooting at a home Sunday night near Palmetto, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Three people were injured in what deputies believe was a targeted shooting at a home Sunday night near Palmetto, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Florida double homicide suspect still on the run after bodies found in St. Marks Refuge
A manhunt is on for a man accused of killing a Florida man and woman and leaving their bodies in the St. Marks Refuge.
A manhunt is on for a man accused of killing a Florida man and woman and leaving their bodies in the St. Marks Refuge.
Hillsborough County students head back to school as district touts early learning, staffing gains
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
Haines City man killed, woman injured after SUV crossed center line: PCSO
A 26-year-old Haines City man was killed and another driver was injured in a crash Sunday morning in Poinciana, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A 26-year-old Haines City man was killed and another driver was injured in a crash Sunday morning in Poinciana, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Florida woman pretending to have cancer scams over 200 people out of $40K: CCSO
A Florida woman who deputies say claimed to have cancer is accused of scamming more than 200 people out of tens of thousands of dollars, which she used to pay personal debts.
A Florida woman who deputies say claimed to have cancer is accused of scamming more than 200 people out of tens of thousands of dollars, which she used to pay personal debts.
Florida men wielding hatchet and machete clash in Publix parking lot, police say
Two Florida men have been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly taking up arms — one with a machete and one with a hatchet — in a Publix parking lot.
Two Florida men have been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly taking up arms — one with a machete and one with a hatchet — in a Publix parking lot.
Bay Area trauma surgeon heads to Nigeria for fifth medical mission
A Bay Area trauma surgeon is spending his vacation doing something very different from relaxing: providing free medical care to people in underserved communities in Nigeria.
A Bay Area trauma surgeon is spending his vacation doing something very different from relaxing: providing free medical care to people in underserved communities in Nigeria.
‘Everything is ruined’: Oldsmar apartment fire leaves 7 families displaced
The fire broke out just before 8:50 a.m. at the Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes. Flames spread through the attic and through the roof before firefighters brought it under control.
The fire broke out just before 8:50 a.m. at the Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes. Flames spread through the attic and through the roof before firefighters brought it under control.
FWC sets 2026 Gulf gag grouper recreational fishing season dates
The recreational gag grouper season starts September 1 with strict catch limits. Here's what anglers need to know before getting out on the water.
The recreational gag grouper season starts September 1 with strict catch limits. Here's what anglers need to know before getting out on the water.