Hillsborough County Sheriff Seizes Illegal Weapons and Drugs from Wimauma Teen
In an action that highlights a concerning blend of youth and illicit armaments, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office reports the apprehension of a 17-year-old in possession of an illegal arms cache. Christian Galvan Lumbreras of Wimauma was taken into custody after law enforcement officials, supported by their...
St. Petersburg Man Pleads Guilty To CSAM And Attempted Enticement
David Araujo faces decades in federal prison following a multi-agency investigation that began with an online sting operation. David Araujo, a 57-year-old resident of St. Petersburg, has pleaded guilty to serious federal charges including the production of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and the attempted...
Shopping lists, tax savings: Florida’s Back-to-School Holiday draws crowds
For the first time, Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs all August, helping families save on supplies, clothes, and technology.
Tampa high school principal charged with cocaine possession
The newly-promoted principal of Leto High School in Tampa was arrested this weekend and charged with cocaine possession.
Suspect captured by Hillsborough deputies after trying to hide in water: HCSO
A felonious suspect was captured by Hillsborough County deputies after trying to hide in a body of water.
26 Tampa Bay restaurants with cult followings
Tampa Bay residents are serious about their restaurants, whether it takes standing in a line out the door for "the best breakfast sandwich ever," or fighting Rob Gronkowski for reservations months ahead for to-die-for pasta. Since we first posted this list, the Michelin Guide has given infamous stars to some,...
Rescued reptiles make up new Crocoseum exhibit
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla - Learning about alligators and crocodiles gets more up-close and personal at the Tarpon Springs Aquarium’s new Crocoseum. These descendants of dinosaurs are actually repurposed reptiles as each one was rescued from different situations. What they're saying:. "We call it the Crocoseum, lovingly...
This No-Frills Italian Restaurant In Florida Serves Up The Best Lasagna You’ll Ever Taste
Tucked away on a modest street in Clearwater, Florida sits a restaurant where magic happens daily in the form of perfectly layered pasta, cheese, and sauce – a culinary alchemy that transforms simple ingredients into what locals swear is the best lasagna in the Sunshine State. Cristino’s Coal Oven...
Felonious Fugitive Fished From Watery Hiding Spot In Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. – A suspect facing felony charges was taken into custody on Saturday, August 2, 2025, after attempting to evade law enforcement by hiding in a local body of water. The incident began when Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to a report on Key Biscayne Drive....
Cat owner arrested in Clearwater after leaving feline in hot car: CPD
The owner of a cat was arrested by the Clearwater Police Department (CPD) on Aug. 1 for animal cruelty after leaving the feline in a hot car.
