Not just gas and groceries: Childcare costs weigh on voters before midterm elections

About three-quarters of U.S. adults saw the expense of childcare as a “major problem” in the U.S.

21st, October 2026, 06:08pm

Russia releases imprisoned American man, US envoy Witkoff says

Russia has released a retired American teacher who had been imprisoned on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said Wednesday at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg.

21st, October 2026, 05:33pm

Humidity caused Brandon couples mail-in ballots to seal before they could vote

When April Ling grabbed the mail-in ballot from her mailbox last week, she quickly realized something wasn't right.

20th, October 2026, 11:05pm

150+ veterans return home following SRQ honor flight

Over 150 veterans who served our country in conflicts including WWII, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Korea, and others, returned home following a day in Washington D.C. as part of a Southwest Florida honor flight.

20th, October 2026, 10:30pm

Florida puts 77-year-old man to death for a deputy's killing in its 18th execution this year

Florida carried out its 18th execution of the year on Tuesday under Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis ’ aggressive use of the death penalty in his final term.

20th, October 2026, 10:23pm

Discussion over possible improvements, additions to Bishop Animal Shelter in Manatee County

As the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners heard recommendations to replace the Bishop Animal Shelter's modular kennels with brick-and-mortar ones, community members and volunteers voiced support for improvements they say are long overdue.

20th, October 2026, 08:46pm

Hunger strike reported at immigration detention center

At least 30 immigrant detainees are reportedly on a hunger strike at the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville, Texas, to protest the conditions there, Border Report has learned.

20th, October 2026, 08:16pm

Mysterious 'transgender student guide' sent to Texans by Wyoming LLC, advocacy groups deny involvement

"... Extremists want to intimidate trans voters."

20th, October 2026, 07:40pm

Black coalitions boost Florida governor campaigns

In the race for Florida governor, both candidates have rolled out Black leadership coalitions aimed at helping connect with voters across the state.

20th, October 2026, 07:36pm

Pinellas Co. partners with Lee Co. to begin aerial dengue treatments

As the number of locally acquired dengue cases continues to rise in Tampa Bay, Pinellas County is ramping up its efforts to help stop the spread.

20th, October 2026, 07:14pm