A Winter Haven tax preparer was sentenced to six years and six months after prosecutors say he filed nearly 100 fake returns that triggered about $1.64M in improper IRS refunds.

CAVA plans two Tampa Bay locations — one in Lutz and one at Bradenton's Marketplace at Heritage Harbour, expanding the chain's local footprint.

A 67-year-old man was shot to death on the 1900 block of West Green Street Wednesday; police say the attack does not appear random and are seeking witnesses.

Venezuelan national Carlos Silva was arrested for home burglary in Lakeland, Florida, leading to the revocation of his immigration application by ICE.

Two Davenport roommates arrested for possession and distribution of child pornography and animal cruelty following a cybercrime sting by Polk County Sheriff's Cyber Crimes Unit.

Pinellas County has revised its tree permitting process to make it more lenient, requiring permits only for certain tree removals and incentivizing the planting of native species.

Café Seventy One at The Florida Aquarium launched in Tampa with ocean-friendly sourcing, tech to cut single-use waste, and community meal donations.

Ocean Conservancy says new analysis shows tiny amounts of plastic can be fatal to manatees, sea turtles and seabirds. The group used an Apollo Beach news event to press lawmakers as Florida discusses SB 240.

Early 2026 polling shows Byron Donalds leading the GOP primary to succeed Ron DeSantis, with Trump's endorsement amplifying his edge.

A Hernando County jury convicted Andrew Paul Johnson on multiple child-sex counts tied to Discord messages and victim testimony. Sentencing is scheduled for March and he could face life.

Dense fog is limiting visibility across Tampa this morning with a Dense Fog Advisory through 10 AM. Mild day ahead, but showers and storms may arrive Sunday.

A transformer failure at a pump station prompted a precautionary boil-water notice for Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach and Tierra Verde. Officials say to use bottled or boiled water until lab tests confirm the supply is safe.

The Hob Nob Drive-In, a Sarasota landmark since 1957, is set to reopen this spring under new owners who promise classic burgers, shakes and community nights.