23-month-old boy reported missing by Hillsborough sheriff
TAMPA, Fla. — The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a toddler who…
Transition Students Get Internships at the Florida Aquarium
TAMPA, Fla. — October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. It is a time to recognize the positive impact…
Rains flood homes, close roads in Brevard, Lake, Orange
CENTRAL FLORIDA — Heavy rainfall Sunday and overnight continued to flood roads Monday, forced the shutdown of streets in…
Tampa’s Caribbean community rallies ahead of Melissa
TAMPA, Fla. — As the Caribbean braces for Hurricane Melissa, Tampa’s Caribbean community is mobilizing to support loved ones in…
Evening Briefing Orlando Oct 27 2025
Good evening, Central Florida. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need…
Tampa youth leagues face volunteer shortage
TAMPA, Fla. — A recent survey of parks and recreation officials nationwide reveals that more than 80% say they…
Four tallest St. Pete buildings go up in 7 years
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — As recently as 2018, the tallest building in St. Petersburg stood 386 feet tall. It…
Neighbors concerned about Pinellas road closure
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Residents in a Pinellas County neighborhood are concerned about an ongoing road closure they…
Nurse Karla Pedersen recognized for her volunteer work
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A Pinellas County nurse’s sense of compassion makes her great at her job at HCA…
Groveland food pantry sees surge amid government shutdown
GROVELAND, Fla. — Central Florida food pantries are being impacted as the government shutdown stretches into the weekend. The…
5 things to know about Club Lake Venue’s Fall Festival
APOPKA, Fla. — There’s some pumpkin chunkin’ going on in Apopka, and the Club Lake Venue family cannot…
Survivor launches haircare line after cancer battle
TAMPA, Fla. — A Bay area cancer survivor is hoping to hit the shelves of stores soon with her…