Sen. Rick Scott addresses Cuba, Florida’s unemployment rate

Florida Senator Rick Scott was in Tampa Bay on Wednesday for official business. During his visit, he took questions on the recent criminal charges against Cuba’s former president, Raul Castro.

27th, May 2026, 07:26pm

Sarasota arrest is 'worst-case scenario' for parents worried about kids chatting with adults online: police

Sarasota Police arrested a man on felony charges after they said he used Snapchat to meet up with a minor.

27th, May 2026, 07:07pm

Car driven by juvenile plows into occupied home in Pinellas County

A car driven by a 15-year-old plowed into a Pinellas County home Tuesday night. The homeowners were inside the residence when the collision happened and say they are thankful no one was seriously injured.

27th, May 2026, 06:54pm

48-year-old man killed in early morning Carrollwood shooting

An investigation is underway following an early morning shooting that left a man dead in the Carrollwood area.

27th, May 2026, 06:43pm

WATCH: Police officer rescues baby from car caught in raging floodwaters

Dramatic video captured the brave actions of first responders who helped save a baby from a vehicle caught in raging floodwaters.

27th, May 2026, 06:22pm

Florida deputies say baby had 10 possible broken bones in abuse case 'full of deception'

A months-long investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Florida woman who authorities said tried to blame a baby's multiple broken bones on other people.

27th, May 2026, 06:19pm

Tampa mom identified in connected death investigations; family searches for answers

Tampa police are investigating two deaths they say are connected after officers discovered a man dead inside a car and later found a Tampa mother dead inside a home with evidence of a recent fire.

27th, May 2026, 05:59pm

Tampa Bay tax collectors blast state's 'failing' system for causing delays in driver license, DMV services

Florida tax collectors voiced their frustration with the state's "Orion" system for DMV services on Wednesday due to continuous errors impacting people's ability to get licenses renewed and other services.

27th, May 2026, 05:34pm

‘The Simpsons’ writer behind episode that 'predicted' Trump's presidency now running for president

In a twist only “The Simpsons” could pull off, a longtime comedy writer – one who “predicted” America’s political future over two decades ago – is running for president of the United States.

27th, May 2026, 05:08pm

Contractor gets stuck in Bradenton water tower after leg injury, is rescued by firefighters

A contractor in Bradenton had to be rescued on Wednesday after he was injured while performing maintenance at the city water tower.

27th, May 2026, 05:04pm