Pinellas County commissioners signed a 'Faith and Family Month' declaration this week, prompting criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates as Pride season begins.

A Los Angeles man drew a 30‑year federal prison term after prosecutors say he coerced a 12‑year‑old in North Port into online sexual activity.

A fast-moving two-alarm fire at 4106 S. 50th St. sent thick smoke across South Tampa and closed South 50th Street while crews brought the blaze under control.

A 45-year-old St. Petersburg man was arrested after police say he struck a child with a hammer; the child was hospitalized and the suspect posted bond.

A Port Charlotte man is jailed without bond after being accused of molesting a child under 12; detectives arrested him after parents called police.

The Tampa‑born sports‑pub chain says its site model flagged about 72 prime spots in Jacksonville and it plans a double‑digit rollout targeting grocery‑anchored centers.

Moffitt and BayCare will open proton therapy centers in Tampa Bay in 2026, allowing local patients to avoid long trips for high-precision radiation.

A Dunnellon woman was arrested after deputies found roughly 92 animals in poor condition at a five‑acre property called Moonstone Field.

A shopper accidentally shot himself inside the Venice Walmart on Thursday; deputies say surveillance shows the weapon discharged while he adjusted a holstered handgun.

Tampa climbs into the low 90s Friday with weekend highs into the mid‑90s and heat‑index readings near the upper 90s. Storm chances stay low through Saturday before rising early next week.

Clear, breezy Thursday in Tampa with a high near 89°F and a Small Craft Advisory offshore. Heat climbs into the 90s this weekend.

A New Port Richey store clerk was arrested after investigators say he removed a full book of Gold Rush Multiplier scratch‑offs and cashed them at Hudson shops. The Florida Lottery says the theft undermines funds for programs like Bright Futures.

UMR Sports plans 232 multi‑stay apartments and tournament‑grade fields on 52 acres east of Bradenton, aiming to house visiting teams and boost sports tourism. The project pairs new housing with youth and adult diamonds, a multipurpose turf field and a small stadium.