Tampa Bay area voters gear up for final weekend of early voting ahead of Election Day
With just days to go until the 2024 general election, the time for early voting is running out as hundreds of thousands of Floridians cast their ballots across the Tampa Bay area.
Deadly shooting at St. Pete home under construction deemed self-defense: Police
Investigators said the deadly shooting at a St. Petersburg home that was under construction has been deemed self-defense.
UTampa student gets bond after newborn baby found in trash can on campus
The University of Tampa student accused of suffocating her newborn after giving birth in a dorm bathroom has been given bond.
ZooTampa welcomes endangered baby ape
An endangered siamang baby was recently born at ZooTampa.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run in Manatee County, FHP searching for driver
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly hit-and-run along a busy stretch of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.
Haines City CRA to spend $3M on refreshing residents' homes via new rehab program
If you need important renovations done to your home in Haines City, you may consider applying to the Community Redevelopment Agency's new Residential Rehabilitation Program.
Lucky Duck Shop brings more than 250 unique types of rubber ducks to St. Pete
With The Lucky Duck Shop, Daniel Plonsky transformed his passion for the little, yellow, rubber ducks into a full-blown career and store.
Historic Cortez Fishing Village continues work despite hurricane damage
The Cortez Fishing Village has weathered a lot, but Hurricanes Helene and Milton put them to the test.
Man arrested in deadly FishHawk stabbing
More than one week after deputies say an argument between a lawn care worker and a postal worker ended in death, a man has been arrested.
Driver arrested for DUI after hitting pedestrian near SoHo shopping plaza in Tampa: Police
A driver was arrested for DUI manslaughter more than a week after a crash that killed a pedestrian on South Howard in Tampa, officers said.
Deadly crash on Gandy Boulevard claims life of bicyclist: FHP
A crash Halloween evening on Gandy Boulevard killed a bicyclist and jammed traffic during the evening rush hour commute.
Fiery Halloween crash critically injures child, hospitalizes 8 others in Highlands County: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fiery crash that took place on Halloween night in Lake Placid.
Beware of unlicensed contractors trying to con Bay Area residents repairing homes after recent hurricanes
The Hillsborough State Attorney is warning residents about hiring contractors without a license as homeowners search for reputable companies to help with repairs after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Orlando mass shooting live updates: 2 dead, 7 hurt in Halloween shooting; teen detained: officials
Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith said two people are dead, and seven others are being treated at local hospitals after a mass shooting overnight in downtown Orlando. A 17-year-old boy is in police custody, he said.
Florida teen ‘who likes to beat up cats’ accused of waterboarding, tossing animal from balcony: Sheriff
A Florida teen is facing animal cruelty charges after investigators say he tortured a cat on several occasions.
Fired Disney worker allegedly hacked restaurant menus to remove peanut allergy info, add profanities
A former Disney employee is accused of hacking into the company's systems and changing restaurant menus, including removing critical allergen information. Michael Scheuer now faces a potential federal charge.
Gang members' argument over $5 led to woman's shooting death: PCSO
An argument between two rival gang members over a $5 drug deal led to one of the men accidentally shooting his girlfriend, killing her, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Manatee Viewing Center reopens in Apollo Beach
As temperatures begin to drop by Florida standards, manatees start seeking warmer waters and those wishing to see the sea cows can once again gather in Apollo Beach.
City approves $6.5M to clean up and protect Rays stadium after Hurricane Milton
The city of St. Petersburg will spend about $6.5 million to clean up and guard against any further harm to Tropicana Field, the home of baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays that was heavily damaged by Hurricane Milton.
Trucker who got 'Highway Angel' award for saving couple from Hurricane Milton floodwater lands in hospital
A semi-truck driver who risked his own life to save a Plant City couple from floodwaters during the heights of Hurricane Milton got national recognition for his actions.