Florida police reunite missing dog and owner after 7-year search
An officer spotted the dog, Luca, wandering alone before he jumped in the patrol car in search for safety, police said.
Greek Orthodox Church breaks records with number of new young male members
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The Greek Orthodox Church is known for its traditions and rich history dating back to the apostles. It’s not the kind of thing leaders in the church have known to be a huge draw for the younger generation who didn’t grow up in the church, but lately it has been.
No bond for downtown Tampa shooter who said he was ‘god,’ judge says
A judge has denied bond for the man who police said shot at a car after a crash in downtown Tampa.
Illegal immigrant accused of choking, punching trooper in Tampa
An illegal immigrant is being held without bond in Hillsborough County after a trooper says he punched and choked him as he was being detained. During a traffic stop, the trooper learned that the passenger, Leonardo Gomez Hernandez, 40, of Mexico, had entered the country illegally. He will be charged...
Part of Skyway Fishing Pier to close after issues found, Florida officials say
Nearly half of the south Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — located on the Manatee County side of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge — is set to close indefinitely. The Florida State Parks website , run by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), states about 0.6 miles of the nearly 2-mile-long south fishing...
Pinellas Park officer feared for life, was justified in shooting Airbnb guest, officials say
The State Attorney's Office has concluded that Pinellas Park Officer Greyson Ekdahl-McBride was in fear for his life and was justified in shooting a man at an Airbnb earlier in October.
Woman Accused Of Booking Airbnb For Julio Foolio Hit – “He Need To Die”
Alicia Andrews was accused of helping organize the deadly shooting of Julio Foolio during his birthday trip to Tampa in what prosecutors called a planned execution. Prosecutors claimed a woman coordinated travel and lodging that laid the groundwork for the calculated ambush that killed Jacksonville rapper Julio...
Massive new mixed-use destination planned for downtown Dunedin
A major development is set to transform downtown Dunedin. Main Street Exchange, located at the corner of Main Street and Douglas Avenue, will replace a long-vacant office building with a dynamic destination that combines boutique hospitality, inspired dining, and entertainment. The project is all within walking...
Teenager Dead, Two Injured In Tampa Shooting; Sheriff’s Office Investigating
TAMPA, Fla. – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating a shooting in Tampa on Monday night that left one teenager dead and two other individuals injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, when HCSO’s 911 Dispatch Center received a call around 9:30 p.m. reporting...
Tampa Police Department Pays Tribute to Slain Sergeant Cloud 40 Years After His Death
In a solemn remembrance post, the Tampa Police Department honored the late Sergeant Cloud, who, forty years ago on this day, continued his pledge to justice even after his removal from the force. The Tampa Police Department shared a poignant message via social media, stating, "Sergeant Cloud, a dedicated officer of...
