James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
Country legend Bill Cody in heart, kidney failure: 'We need a miracle'
Bill Cody, an iconic voice of country music and host at the Grand Ole Opry, is critically ill and needs a double transplant to survive, his family said.
Bill Cody, an iconic voice of country music and host at the Grand Ole Opry, is critically ill and needs a double transplant to survive, his family said.
Fun Spot offering $28 tickets for birthday sale
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
Rick Scott urges Tampa officials to review Kanye concerts over rapper’s antisemitic remarks
Sen. Rick Scott is pressuring the Tampa Sports Authority to rethink two upcoming Kanye concerts at Raymond James Stadium, saying a taxpayer-supported venue should not give the rapper a stage after years of antisemitic remarks.
Sen. Rick Scott is pressuring the Tampa Sports Authority to rethink two upcoming Kanye concerts at Raymond James Stadium, saying a taxpayer-supported venue should not give the rapper a stage after years of antisemitic remarks.
Dunnellon woman arrested after 92 neglected animals found at breeding business
A Dunnellon woman faces felony animal cruelty charges after a multi-day sheriff's office investigation uncovered dozens of severely neglected animals at her Citrus County breeding business.
A Dunnellon woman faces felony animal cruelty charges after a multi-day sheriff's office investigation uncovered dozens of severely neglected animals at her Citrus County breeding business.
Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
Man accidentally shoots himself in groin while shopping at Florida Walmart: SCSO
A man adjusting a holstered gun in his waistband accidentally shot himself inside the Venice Walmart on Thursday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A man adjusting a holstered gun in his waistband accidentally shot himself inside the Venice Walmart on Thursday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Tampa school zone catches 6,000 speeders in 2 days as city weighs $100 camera fines
Tampa City Council members voted Thursday to approve an ordinance updating the city code to operate automated speed detection systems in 18 school zones.
Tampa City Council members voted Thursday to approve an ordinance updating the city code to operate automated speed detection systems in 18 school zones.
Frontier passengers tackle man who allegedly choked off-duty flight attendant, tried to open door mid-flight
Federal officials have filed charges against the man accused of assaulting a flight attendant and trying to escape a Frontier Airlines plane before passengers pinned him down while the plane was en route to Chicago earlier this week.
Federal officials have filed charges against the man accused of assaulting a flight attendant and trying to escape a Frontier Airlines plane before passengers pinned him down while the plane was en route to Chicago earlier this week.
Federal officials unveil new plan in the fight against Lyme disease and tick-borne illness
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
America 250: How the US has changed over the last 250 years
From life expectancy to education to income to style and technology, here’s a look at how much the United States has changed over the last 250 years – and it’s significant.
From life expectancy to education to income to style and technology, here’s a look at how much the United States has changed over the last 250 years – and it’s significant.
Florida man accused of dumping mom’s body into river with chains and cinder blocks: ‘Sorry excuse for a man’
A missing Florida woman's body was discovered tightly bound and submerged in a river, leading to the arrest of her son, who continued living in her home while raiding her bank accounts, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
A missing Florida woman's body was discovered tightly bound and submerged in a river, leading to the arrest of her son, who continued living in her home while raiding her bank accounts, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Northern Lights likely to be visible across northern US Thursday night
The Northern Lights are expected to be visible across the northern U.S. on Thursday and possibly early Friday after a strong geomagnetic storm watch was issued.
The Northern Lights are expected to be visible across the northern U.S. on Thursday and possibly early Friday after a strong geomagnetic storm watch was issued.
Florida man arrested trying to sell stolen radioactive device on Facebook: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man after an investigation into the theft of a Moisture Density Gauge, valued between $10,000 and $20,000.
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man after an investigation into the theft of a Moisture Density Gauge, valued between $10,000 and $20,000.
Shia LaBeouf pleads guilty, receives probation in New Orleans Mardi Gras bar incident
Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to three counts of simple battery for punching people outside a New Orleans bar in February during Mardi Gras.
Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to three counts of simple battery for punching people outside a New Orleans bar in February during Mardi Gras.
American Airlines suspends several domestic routes
Rising fuel costs are forcing airlines to make tough decisions. American Airlines is temporarily suspending several domestic routes. Here's what to know.
Rising fuel costs are forcing airlines to make tough decisions. American Airlines is temporarily suspending several domestic routes. Here's what to know.
The Dome planetarium reopens at Orlando Science Center: What's new, shows, ticket info
The Dome planetarium at the Orlando Science Center has reopened. Here's your information guide to what's new, show times, ticket prices, and what guests need to know.
The Dome planetarium at the Orlando Science Center has reopened. Here's your information guide to what's new, show times, ticket prices, and what guests need to know.
California tech CEO accused of smuggling US equipment to Iran's military, nuclear programs
Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.
Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.
Ford recalls over 4,000 vehicles with a 'do not drive' warning
Ford’s new recall affects certain Bronco Sport and Maverick model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026.
Ford’s new recall affects certain Bronco Sport and Maverick model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026.