Guilty of manslaughter: Verdict reached in Pinellas County tire iron attack
A jury reached a verdict for the second defendant in a deadly tire iron beating that happened in 2022. Savonne Morrison was found guilty of manslaughter instead of the first-degree murder charge he was facing.
Plant City High Thrown Into Lockdown Drama as Deputies Swarm Campus
Plant City High School ground to a halt Friday morning when the campus was placed on lockdown while Hillsborough County deputies investigated an incident on school grounds, officials said. Authorities described the move as precautionary, and there were no reported injuries. According to WTSP, a spokesperson for the...
Contractor for Duke Energy cited months after worker electrocuted, 2 others severely injured in...
SEMINOLE, Fla. — The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has cited a utility construction contractor for Duke Energy, months after one worker was electrocuted and two others were injured at a Seminole site. On Aug. 12, 2025, deputies responded to the area of Park Boulevard North and 85th Lane,...
Pinellas County to Conduct DUI Wolf Pack Operation Targeting Impaired Drivers
PINELLAS COUNTY, Florida - Deputies from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with multiple partner agencies, will conduct a DUI Wolf Pack operation this weekend to target impaired drivers on the county's roadways. Participating agencies include the Florida Highway Patrol, Largo Police Department,...
This Florida Seafood Buffet Has Locals Hooked, And It’s Worth The Trip
Locals keep this on repeat for a reason. Somewhere along the sunny Florida coastline, there is a seafood buffet that does not need a flashy billboard or a celebrity endorsement to fill its dining room. A good word and stunning food have done all the heavy lifting for years, and...
10 Florida Bakery Counters Where Everything Disappears Before Noon
Florida is home to some seriously incredible bakeries, and the best ones have one thing in common: empty shelves by midday. From flaky croissants to hand-rolled Cuban bread, these spots draw loyal locals who show up early and leave happy. Whether you are a pastry lover or just someone who...
Scoop: Mahaffey Theater’s future unclear as Bill Edwards exits
Developer and philanthropist Bill Edwards' 15-year tenure running the Mahaffey Theater will conclude in May, Axios has learned. Why it matters: It marks the end of an era during which Edwards poured millions of dollars of his own money into revamping the city-owned venue and its programming. It also spells...
End of the road for another Hooters as restaurant confirms permanent March 22 closure
HOOTERS is closing its restaurant in a major state this month due to an expiring lease. The popular restaurant chain, which has suffered several closures following its bankruptcy, is shutting its doors in South Tampa, Florida, on March 22. In a company statement, Hooters said it was refocusing its efforts...
Tourists Cry Foul As John’s Pass Lot Slaps $63 Tickets Early
Visitors heading to John’s Pass for sun and seafood say they are leaving with something else entirely: $63 "citations" from a private parking operator, even while the ParkMobile app still showed paid time on the clock. The paper notices, which some drivers say look a lot like city tickets, have sparked complaints...
Tampa dealer gets federal prison time after brazen $378K auto loan scam
A Tampa luxury car dealer has been ordered to federal prison after a brazen auto finance scam that left lenders on the hook for roughly $378 in fraudulent loans. The case, built around falsified applications and a stolen Rolls-Royce plot, shows how easily high-end vehicles can be turned into quick cash when...
