USF students pursue off-the-field careers in professional sports
USF students were given the opportunity to network with professional sports executives about off-the-field careers.
Suspected drug dealer arrested, $1.7M of drugs, guns seized in Manatee County's largest fentanyl bust: MCSO
A suspected drug dealer is behind bars and the search is on for another one following the largest fentanyl bust in Manatee County history.
Florida man with meth in underwear tells deputy ‘there’s nothing wrong with drugs’: PCSO
A Florida man who was released from state prison last December is back behind bars after deputies say he had drugs and children in a vehicle when he was recently pulled over and told them he had just smoked marijuana in the car.
Gov. DeSantis announces $389 million water improvement grant across Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Tuesday that he is improving water quality and quantity across Florida with a $389 million grant.
Animal rarely seen off North Carolina coast spotted for first time in 5 years
The animal was far from its usual range, according to marine wildlife experts.
Missing mother, 2-year-old daughter found safe: HCSO
The Highlands County Sheriff's Office says a missing woman and her 2-year-old daughter have been found safe.
Florida man mistakes gas for brakes, slams into Tampa apartment building: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies said an elderly man hit the gas instead of the brakes on Tuesday morning and crashed into an apartment building.
Trump presidential library in Florida? New bill could pave the way
A new bill could ease the way for President Donald Trump to build his presidential library in Florida.
Man who murdered Hillsborough County deputy hours from retirement pleads guilty, gets 45 years in prison
The man responsible for the death of a Hillsborough County deputy who was killed just hours before he was set to retire will spend decades in prison after accepting a plea deal in a Tampa courtroom on Tuesday.
Florida men accused of vandalizing police decoy vehicle after participating in illegal street takeovers
Police in South Florida are searching for three men accused of vandalizing a marked decoy vehicle shortly after a series of illegal street takeovers.
Manatee County's Summer Blast Camp blends fun with education
Counselors at Manatee County’s Summer Blast Camp are offering more than just summer fun; they’re helping their campers become better readers one book at a time.
Pinellas County commissioners to discuss short-term rental rule changes again Tuesday
Pinellas County commissioners plan to talk again Tuesday about proposed changes to the county's rules for short-term rentals in unincorporated areas.
Suspect caught after shooting investigation leads to SWAT response: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office says a shooting suspect has been caught after the investigation led to an hours-long SWAT situation on Monday.
Lawsuit filed against Disney regarding ex-employee who allegedly filmed up girl's dress
A lawsuit has been filed against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S. Inc. in connection with a 2023 investigation into a former Florida employee accused of filming up the skirts of female guests.
New span of Howard Frankland Bridge opens to traffic
After several years of construction, the new span of the Howard Frankland Bridge officially opened to traffic in time for the Tuesday morning commute.
Boater caught speeding on Hillsborough River in ‘slow speed’ zone as boating safety reaches Florida lawmakers
A reckless rental boat operator was recorded speeding on the Hillsborough River in a "slow speed" zone. It happened on Friday near Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa.
Pinellas County wants input on how to spend $813M in storm relief funding
There could be hope on the horizon for victims of Hurricanes Idalia, Helene and Milton. Pinellas County received millions of dollars from the federal government and now wants input from residents on how to use it.
FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance program set to end, hundreds still in hotels after hurricanes
Nearly six months after Hurricane Helene, some people around Tampa Bay still live out of hotel rooms.
St. Pete Beach Post Office remains closed months after hurricanes
Six months after the storms, residents in St. Pete Beach are still without a post office, and it still remains unknown when it will reopen.
Suspect arrested for vandalizing state senator’s district office in Zephyrhills: Police
A suspect was arrested Monday for vandalizing State Senator Danny Burgess' office in Zephyrhills on Friday, according to officers.