6 arrested by Tampa police after fireworks detonated near Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park

"I know this is the Fourth of July, and that's how we celebrate, but what was concerning was when it was thrown irresponsibly into crowds," said one witness.

6th, July 2026, 06:35pm

6 arrested by Tampa police after fireworks detonated near Curtis Hickson Park

"I know this is the Fourth of July, and that's how we celebrate, but what was concerning was when it was thrown irresponsibly into crowds," said one witness.

6th, July 2026, 06:35pm

Whale sinks N.J. fire department’s boat as firefighters scramble to escape

CARTERET, New Jersey (WCBS) — A whale that surfaced for air slammed into a New Jersey fire department’s boat, sinking the ship with firefighters on...

6th, July 2026, 06:30pm

Poll: Florida's property tax relief amendment has enough support to pass

A new poll shows that 64% of Floridians support reducing their property tax bill on their primary residence this November.

6th, July 2026, 06:16pm

Tax breaks for data centers come under fire as Floridians call for more regulation

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — A new state law aimed at regulating data centers is now in effect and is intended to protect neighbors and local governments. For years, Florida has given out tax breaks to help attract data centers, but now, with the boom in artificial intelligence, many are questioning whether those incentives still make [...]

6th, July 2026, 06:16pm

One of Jacksonville’s longest-standing local restaurants tapped to open at Riverfront Plaza - News4JAX

One of Jacksonville’s longest-standing local restaurants tapped to open at Riverfront Plaza  News4JAX

6th, July 2026, 06:16pm

Man killed after crashing into light pole on Lane Avenue N. in Jacksonville - firstcoastnews.com

Man killed after crashing into light pole on Lane Avenue N. in Jacksonville  firstcoastnews.com

6th, July 2026, 06:09pm

Manatee County sees 56% drop in opioid deaths — the biggest decrease in Florida

The county is being recognized as Florida's top performer, after cutting opioid-related deaths by more than half in just one year.

6th, July 2026, 06:00pm

'Project Swan' debate over Lakeland AI data center moratorium continues

Lakeland residents filled City Hall Monday morning to voice concerns over a proposed artificial intelligence data center, as city leaders took the first step toward considering a one-year moratorium on future data center development.

6th, July 2026, 05:51pm

Smalls Sliders in Jacksonville permitting for Intracoastal Plaza - Jacksonville Daily Record

Smalls Sliders in Jacksonville permitting for Intracoastal Plaza  Jacksonville Daily Record

6th, July 2026, 05:51pm