PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Ciara Guillen was found and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Previous Report: The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered woman. Ciara Guillen, 21, was last seen around 9:15 a.m. on…
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. – A search warrant executed at a Brooksville residence has landed a convicted felon in jail on multiple drug and weapons charges. On October 29th, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Unit searched a home on Jacqueline Road, where they found…
LARGO, Fla. – A motorcyclist was critically injured in a collision with a Jeep on Ulmerton Road in Largo on Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred around 2:15 p.m. near the Lowe’s store at 11101 Ulmerton Road. According to the Largo Police Department, the motorcyclist was…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – A fatal hit-and-run incident in Hudson has left a 59-year-old woman dead, and authorities are searching for the driver responsible. The incident occurred on the evening of October 30th on US-19, south of Country Club Drive. A white SUV traveling northbound…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Ciara Guillen was found and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Previous Report: The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered woman. Ciara Guillen, 21, was last seen around 9:15 a.m. on…
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. – A search warrant executed at a Brooksville residence has landed a convicted felon in jail on multiple drug and weapons charges. On October 29th, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Unit searched a home on Jacqueline Road, where they found…
LARGO, Fla. – A motorcyclist was critically injured in a collision with a Jeep on Ulmerton Road in Largo on Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred around 2:15 p.m. near the Lowe’s store at 11101 Ulmerton Road. According to the Largo Police Department, the motorcyclist was…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – A fatal hit-and-run incident in Hudson has left a 59-year-old woman dead, and authorities are searching for the driver responsible. The incident occurred on the evening of October 30th on US-19, south of Country Club Drive. A white SUV traveling northbound…
TAMPA, Fla. – A Tampa man has been arrested for attempting to detonate explosives at a local casino. Bryan Robert Eckley, 46, is facing charges for planting two radio-controlled bombs in casino restrooms on September 30th. Thankfully, casino employees discovered the devices before they could…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – St. Petersburg police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person who shot a 20-year-old man on Wednesday evening. The victim, identified as Anthony Ly, was found with a gunshot wound in a driveway on 16th Avenue South around…
The battle over abortion rights in Florida has become a big-money affair. The Floridians Protecting Freedom committee, spearheading the campaign to pass a constitutional amendment protecting abortion access, has raised over $110 million since April 2023. This massive fundraising haul highlights the intense fight over…
A Texas man who traveled to Florida to have sex with a 13-year-old girl he met online has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison. Tyler Colton Rock, 26, pleaded guilty to charges of coercion/enticement of a minor and transferring obscene material to minors.…
Yes, we had to dig deeper into our wallets this Halloween. Candy, costumes, and other spooky supplies are more expensive this year, adding to the financial strain many Americans are already feeling. While overall inflation has dipped slightly, Halloween shoppers have faced sticker shock. Chocolate…
CLEARWATER, Fla. – Clearwater is gearing up to celebrate its veterans and community spirit at the annual Clearwater Patriot Fest on November 9th at Coachman Park. This year’s event takes on special significance as the community recovers from recent hurricanes. The festival, which runs from…
CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. – After 24 years of dedicated service to Citrus County, Lieutenant Terry Corbin is retiring from the Sheriff’s Office. Corbin began his career as a Deputy Sheriff in 2000 and steadily rose through the ranks, serving in a variety of roles, including…
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police are urgently searching for Juliet Spalding-Billingslea, 24, who was last seen on October 30 near her home in the 100 block of S. Moody Ave. Her family has reported her as missing and endangered, expressing concern over recent statements she…
The National Hurricane Center is keeping a close eye on two areas of potential tropical development in the Caribbean Sea. Southwestern Caribbean Sea A broad area of low pressure is expected to form over the southwestern Caribbean Sea within the next couple of days. This…
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Hillsborough County will be conducting aerial mosquito control treatments this weekend in response to the increased mosquito population following Hurricane Milton. The heavy rains and widespread flooding caused by the hurricane have created ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes. To combat this,…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – RumFish Beach at TradeWinds Resort on St. Pete Beach has officially reopened its doors, marking a significant step in the community’s recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The beloved beachfront resort, a family favorite for over 60 years, is eager to…
TAMPA, Fla. – Get ready for a supercharged fan experience at Tampa Bay Lightning games this season! AMALIE Arena is rolling out exciting enhancements to make your time at the games even better. First off, great news for your wallet: all food and beverage prices…
The Tampa Bay Lightning extended their winning streak to three games with a convincing 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena on Wednesday night. Tampa Bay came out firing, scoring three goals in the first 5:32 of the game, the fifth-fastest three-goal start…
The Tampa Bay Lightning head west to face the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena on Wednesday night in a clash of NHL titans. The Avalanche (5-5-0) are looking to rebound after a loss to the Chicago Blackhawks snapped their five-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Lightning…
Facing elimination, the New York Yankees found a hero in an unlikely source: shortstop Anthony Volpe. Volpe’s grand slam in the third inning propelled the Yankees to an 11-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series, preventing a sweep…
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. – A search warrant executed at a Brooksville residence has landed a convicted felon in jail on multiple drug and weapons charges. On October 29th, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Unit searched a home on Jacqueline Road, where they found…
TAMPA, Fla. – A Tampa man has been arrested for attempting to detonate explosives at a local casino. Bryan Robert Eckley, 46, is facing charges for planting two radio-controlled bombs in casino restrooms on September 30th. Thankfully, casino employees discovered the devices before they could…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Ciara Guillen was found and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Previous Report: The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered woman. Ciara Guillen, 21, was last seen around 9:15 a.m. on…
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police are urgently searching for Juliet Spalding-Billingslea, 24, who was last seen on October 30 near her home in the 100 block of S. Moody Ave. Her family has reported her as missing and endangered, expressing concern over recent statements she…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Taylor Rast has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. PREVIOUS REPORT: The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 13-year-old Taylor Rast. Taylor Rast was last seen around 7:35 p.m. on…
Franta Majs is a common fixture at Florida plant shows and sales. He doesn’t attend to shop, however. He’s on hand to offer advice. “Frequently I’ll see people pulling a wagon with hundreds of dollars worth of plants or trees,” Majs said. “And I’ll ask…
Hurricanes Helene and Milton left many homeowners with flooded septic tanks. To make sure your system is ready for future storms, a University of Florida scientist has suggestions for you. “If you are one of those homeowners with a flooded septic system, it’s likely not…
Invasive species in Florida like Nile monitors and Argentine black-and-white tegus pose a growing threat to the Sunshine State’s environment, economy and public safety. South Florida’s warm climate, disturbed habitats and bustling pet trade have made it a hotspot for these non-native, cryptic reptiles. However,…
The battle over abortion rights in Florida has become a big-money affair. The Floridians Protecting Freedom committee, spearheading the campaign to pass a constitutional amendment protecting abortion access, has raised over $110 million since April 2023. This massive fundraising haul highlights the intense fight over…
Yes, we had to dig deeper into our wallets this Halloween. Candy, costumes, and other spooky supplies are more expensive this year, adding to the financial strain many Americans are already feeling. While overall inflation has dipped slightly, Halloween shoppers have faced sticker shock. Chocolate…
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A Largo woman is $4 million richer after winning a second-tier prize in the June 11th MEGA MILLIONS drawing. Megan Chora, 40, claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Her winning ticket matched all five white ball numbers but missed…
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A Gulfport man is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming a $2 million top prize from the Florida Lottery’s 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game. Jesse Robinson, 49, chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,280,000. He purchased…
Another Florida woman is a million dollars richer! The Florida Lottery announced Friday that 62-year-old Anna Newson claimed a $1 million top prize from the LOTERIA™ GRANDE Scratch-Off game. Newson purchased her winning ticket at Publix, located at 7177 Merrill Road in Jacksonville. The store…
Anna Newson, 62, of Jacksonville, Florida, is celebrating a big win after claiming a $1 million top prize from the LOTERIA™ GRANDE Scratch-Off game. Newson chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.00. Newson purchased her winning ticket at the Publix…
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Pasco County is looking for talented individuals to join its team! The Pasco County Human Resources Department will be hosting a career fair on Friday, November 8th, 2024, at the Pasco County Utilities Building in Land O’ Lakes. This is…
Want to help your community rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton? FEMA is hiring! Over 600 positions are available in Gainesville, Melbourne Beach, Sarasota, and Tallahassee. FEMA’s “Local Hire” program employs local residents to assist in disaster recovery efforts, providing crucial support to their own…
Hurricane Milton, which struck Florida on October 9th, has had a significant impact on the state’s job market. The U.S. Department of Labor reported a sharp increase in unemployment claims for the week ending October 19th, with 10,574 initial claims filed. This marks the highest…
Despite Hurricane Helene’s impact on Florida, the number of unemployment claims filed in the state surprisingly decreased last week. The U.S. Department of Labor reported that 5,367 initial claims were filed in Florida during the week ending September 28th, down from 6,454 the previous week.…
Few culinary pleasures transcend kiddom. But whether crunchy or smooth, paired with jelly, crackers or bread, peanut butter is a food nearly everyone can enjoy. High in protein, it’s also among food banks’ most requested items. Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M…
TAMPA, Fla. – This event has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a later date. We will update this as soon as the new date is released. Hillsborough County Extension Service is hosting a special cooking event for military families newly stationed at MacDill…
Red Lobster, previously struggling and undergoing a turnaround after filing for bankruptcy, has now targeted an additional 23 locations for closure. Three of those locations are in Florida. The company, which once boasted over 700 restaurants globally, began its journey in 1968 in Lakeland, Florida.…
As a staple of plant-based diets like the Mediterranean diet, olive oil has long been lauded for its ability to lower heart disease risk. A recently published University of Florida study, however, suggests other elements of that diet may play a greater role in achieving…