Florida Republicans send sports transgender bill to governor
Florida Republicans moved to ban transgender girls and women from playing on public school teams intended for student athletes born as girls, sending the proposal to Gov. Ron DeSantis and escalating a national culture war over transgender rights.
Florida Republicans moved to ban transgender girls and women from playing on public school teams intended for student athletes born as girls, sending the proposal to Gov. Ron DeSantis and escalating a national culture war over transgender rights.
Shark-scarred rare white dolphin needs its space, Clearwater marine biologists warn
A young white dolphin has been spotted swimming close to mom in Clearwater, getting attention on social media as well as out on the water. Now, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is appealing to the public to just let the animal be.
A young white dolphin has been spotted swimming close to mom in Clearwater, getting attention on social media as well as out on the water. Now, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is appealing to the public to just let the animal be.
DOJ: Man arrested in Tampa for multi-state sex-trafficking of a child
A Texas man was arrested in Tampa for allegedly trafficking a minor across six states over the course of two months.
A Texas man was arrested in Tampa for allegedly trafficking a minor across six states over the course of two months.
Descendants of syphilis experiment at Tuskegee caution using study as reason not to get COVID vaccine
Descendants of the infamous syphilis experiment at Tuskegee are encouraging Black people to get the vaccine despite many Black people citing the experiment as a reason why they do not trust doctors or the vaccine.
Descendants of the infamous syphilis experiment at Tuskegee are encouraging Black people to get the vaccine despite many Black people citing the experiment as a reason why they do not trust doctors or the vaccine.
Judge nixes plea deal for accused Super Bowl streaker
A Tampa judge rejected a proposed plea deal Tuesday for two men accused of running onto the field during the final quarter of Super Bowl LV in February.
A Tampa judge rejected a proposed plea deal Tuesday for two men accused of running onto the field during the final quarter of Super Bowl LV in February.
New venomous species of tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida
A venomous, tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida in 2012 has been identified as a new species of medium-sized trapdoor spiders, according to experts.
A venomous, tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida in 2012 has been identified as a new species of medium-sized trapdoor spiders, according to experts.
Largo PD: Double-murder suspect broke into home, stabbed victims with ‘sharpest kitchen knife he could find’
The arrest report for a 19-year-old suspect revealed the steps he took Monday to violently murder two women in their Largo home apparently at random, according to police.
The arrest report for a 19-year-old suspect revealed the steps he took Monday to violently murder two women in their Largo home apparently at random, according to police.
Disney adding finishing touches to Cinderella Castle for 50th anniversary
The Magic Kingdom's iconic centerpiece has been undergoing a transformation ahead of "The World’s Most Magical Celebration," which is planned to begin on October 1.
The Magic Kingdom's iconic centerpiece has been undergoing a transformation ahead of "The World’s Most Magical Celebration," which is planned to begin on October 1.
'She is wanted:' Caseworker becomes mother to 19-year-old who spent years in foster care
A Manatee County teen finally received what she's longed for -- a mother. And while she's 19 years old, she's proving you're never too old to find the love of a family.
A Manatee County teen finally received what she's longed for -- a mother. And while she's 19 years old, she's proving you're never too old to find the love of a family.
Florida private school says it will not employ teachers who get the COVID-19 vaccine
A private school founded by an anti-vaccination activist in South Florida has warned teachers and staff against taking the COVID-19 vaccine, saying it will not employ anyone who has received the shot.
A private school founded by an anti-vaccination activist in South Florida has warned teachers and staff against taking the COVID-19 vaccine, saying it will not employ anyone who has received the shot.
More patrols, fewer boaters for SpaceX splashdown off Florida Saturday
The astronauts flying SpaceX back to Earth this weekend urged boaters to stay safe by staying away from their capsule’s splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico.
The astronauts flying SpaceX back to Earth this weekend urged boaters to stay safe by staying away from their capsule’s splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico.
Treasure Island installs sea turtle-friendly lights in time for hatchling season
This weekend marks the start of sea turtle nesting season along the beaches in the Sunshine State. Thanks to new lights being installed in Treasure Island, hatchlings should have an easier time finding their way around the beach in Pinellas County.
This weekend marks the start of sea turtle nesting season along the beaches in the Sunshine State. Thanks to new lights being installed in Treasure Island, hatchlings should have an easier time finding their way around the beach in Pinellas County.
Video shows rare albino dolphin baby in Clearwater
Caitlin Mackey was at the Clearwater Basin Marina when she spotted three dolphins swimming next to the seawall -- including an extremely rare, all-white calf.
Caitlin Mackey was at the Clearwater Basin Marina when she spotted three dolphins swimming next to the seawall -- including an extremely rare, all-white calf.
Passenger dies after speeding car goes airborne, crashes into car dealership lot; driver faces DUI charges
The 24-year-old driver was traveling 111 mph on Interstate 4 and was on probation for a previous DUI manslaughter charge, troopers say. She survived, but a passenger did not.
The 24-year-old driver was traveling 111 mph on Interstate 4 and was on probation for a previous DUI manslaughter charge, troopers say. She survived, but a passenger did not.
$15K reward in case of 3-year-old Florida boy shot and killed at birthday party
Florida authorities are offering a $15,000 reward in the case of a 3-year-old boy who was shot and killed at a birthday party over the weekend.
Florida authorities are offering a $15,000 reward in the case of a 3-year-old boy who was shot and killed at a birthday party over the weekend.
Miami International Airport turns into slugfest after massive brawl breaks out
The Miami Dade Police Department confirmed that officers responded to reports of a fight at the gate, adding that one person has been arrested.
The Miami Dade Police Department confirmed that officers responded to reports of a fight at the gate, adding that one person has been arrested.
Beachgoer finds $1.5 million worth of cocaine that washed ashore on South Florida beach
A beachgoer stumbled upon more than $1.5 million worth of cocaine that washed ashore on a Florida beach.
A beachgoer stumbled upon more than $1.5 million worth of cocaine that washed ashore on a Florida beach.
3-year-old boy killed at birthday party in South Florida, police say
A three-year-old boy was fatally shot during a birthday party in South Florida, where police continue to search for a suspect.
A three-year-old boy was fatally shot during a birthday party in South Florida, where police continue to search for a suspect.
South Florida deputies told not to enforce new anti-riot law
Deputies in a South Florida county are being instructed not to enforce an anti-rioting law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis last week, unless it's absolutely necessary.
Deputies in a South Florida county are being instructed not to enforce an anti-rioting law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis last week, unless it's absolutely necessary.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to speak in Pennsylvania amid 2024 presidential run speculation: report
DeSantis is set to address the Allegheny County Republican Party, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.
DeSantis is set to address the Allegheny County Republican Party, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.