Ned Jarrett dies: NASCAR champion and Hall of Famer was 93

Ned Jarrett, a two-time NASCAR premier-series champion and a member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame, has died.

7-year-old boy riding scooter dies days after collision with Tesla: FHP

A 7-year-old boy from Lutz died from his injuries just days after being struck by a Tesla while on his scooter, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Anthony Head, ‘Buffy’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ actor, dies at 72

Actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles as Rupert Giles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and Rupert Mannion in “Ted Lasso," died at 72.

172,000 jobs added in May as US job market remains resilient despite Iran war

Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%. 

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.  

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series comes to Florida
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An extreme sports competition is coming to Florida. The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series will be held in St. Petersburg this weekend.  FOX 35's David Martin has a preview of the event. 

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.