Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget released Friday, the largest such request in decades, reflecting his emphasis on U.S. military investments over domestic programs. The sizable increase for the Pentagon, some 44%, had been telegraphed by the Republican president even before the U.S.-led [...]

3rd, April 2026, 06:40pm

More questions surround firing of Tampa assistant police chief after records reveal strong performance reviews

New questions are emerging surrounding the firing of a longtime Tampa police leader after newly obtained records appear to conflict with the department’s explanation for her termination.

3rd, April 2026, 06:25pm

Good Friday partnership brings food and hope to Pasco County

Tampa-based non-profit Metropolitan Ministries says it is serving 140,000 meals this Easter season.

3rd, April 2026, 06:18pm

Phase III of water restrictions begin in Hillsborough County

New water restrictions are now in place in several counties across the area.

3rd, April 2026, 06:07pm

'Journey of resilience': Stingrays return to Tropicana Field after weathering Hurricane Milton

The Tampa Bay Rays' living mascots are back home, with only days until fans are welcomed back to Tropicana Field.

3rd, April 2026, 06:02pm

Florida man murdered, dismembered man because he was a sex offender: court docs

PALM BAY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man is accused of murdering, dismembering, and disposing of a man's body because he was a sex offender, court documents show. Lucas Jones, 19, was first arrested in the early morning hours of March 29 in connection with two suitcases found in a remote area of Palm Bay [...]

3rd, April 2026, 05:22pm

A-10 aircraft hit by Iranian air defenses, second US aircraft to go down in the Middle East

One crew member has been rescued after the fighter jet went down in Iran, US and Israeli officials say.

3rd, April 2026, 05:20pm

2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing

Iran shot down two U.S. military planes in separate attacks Friday, with one service member rescued and at least one missing, in a dramatic escalation since the war began nearly five weeks ago.

3rd, April 2026, 05:20pm

Florida man convicted of high school murder freed after 30 years

It's been three decades since now 48-year-old Thomas McGill was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his high school teammate and fellow football player.

3rd, April 2026, 05:04pm

Will Publix be open on Easter in 2026?

Those who find themselves craving a "pub sub" for Easter dinner this Sunday will be disappointed, as the grocery chain announced that all of its stores and pharmacies will be closed for the holiday.

3rd, April 2026, 05:03pm