Central Florida burn bans continue amid drought
ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida is under dry and dangerous conditions. Several counties still have burn bans in place…
Former Bay area firefighters pave way for women
TAMPA, Fla. — For Women’s History Month, two former Bay area firefighters are being celebrated for paving the way…
St. Petersburg native Nikita Johnson gears up for Indy NXT
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — On Sunday afternoon, the green flag drops on the Firestone Grand Prix of St.…
Florida Strawberry Festival 2026: Dates, entertainment, food
PLANT CITY, Fla. — The 91st annual Florida Strawberry Festival will make its return to Plant City on…
Changes approved to Schools of Hope, critics say not enough
TAMPA, Fla. — Changes are coming to Florida’s Schools of Hope program after a vote by the State Board…
Burn bans in Central Florida counties amid drought
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — Burn bans are now in place in parts of Central Florida as drought conditions…
St. Pete celebrates local businesses with Localtopia
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Thousands of people celebrated St. Petersburg’s local businesses on Saturday as the nonprofit Keep…
Hillsborough County Public Defender brings free legal help
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — In a first-of-its-kind event, the Hillsborough County Public Defender’s Office offered free legal help…
Vets organization aims to bring in younger veterans
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Leaving the military and adjusting to civilian life can be difficult for veterans. That’s why…
Cold weather shelters to open across Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. — A cold front on the way could bring overnight temperatures to the 30s during the…
Dr. Walter Smith’s lasting global impact
TAMPA, Fla. — This Black History Month, the legacy of former Florida A&M University President Dr. Walter Lee Smith is being…
Universal Orlando announces new multi-day ticket
ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando unveiled a new multi-day ticket option on Thursday morning, which gives guests access to…