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Driver falls asleep, crashes tractor-trailer on US 19, troopers say
DUNEDIN, Fla. — Florida troopers temporarily shut down the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 19 at Curlew Road after a tractor-trailer driver fell asleep and crashed, authorities said. The crash reportedly happened around 9:45 a.m. Monday. Troopers said the tractor-trailer, carrying palm oil, crashed into a construction area after...
FHP: Woman arrested for DUI after sideswiping barrier on I-275 in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a woman who they said was driving drunk as she couldn't stay in her lane and side-swiped a barrier wall on Interstate 275. Leslie Strickland, 32, faces charges of driving under the influence and fleeing to elude for the Sunday night...
Is Cook Out coming to Florida? Late-night fast food chain with extensive menu could be expanding
TAMPA, Fla. - Is Cook Out coming to Florida?. The late-night fast food chain known for its extensive menu that includes burgers, hot dogs, BBQ and milkshakes has recently purchased two properties in the Tampa area, marking its first two locations in Florida. Ever. According to Hillsborough County property records,...
Bear spotted in Hillsborough neighborhoods remains uncaptured
TOWN 'N' COUNTRY, Fla. — The bear wandering around Hillsborough County neighborhoods has "moved on," according to wildlife officials over the weekend. It was first spotted at a Tampa apartment complex before making its way over to a neighborhood in Town 'N' Country where it climbed up a tree.
The best way Floridians can harden their homes for hurricanes, severe weather
There are things you can do to lower home insurance rates and premiums. During hurricane season, it is important to have roof clips, hurricane straps, impact break-resistant windows, and shutters.
‘Remember those gone too soon’: Clearwater Honor Fest leaves its mark at Coachman Park
CLEARWATER — A deep love and respect for the United States and the men and women who gave their lives to protect its citizens was on full display over Memorial Day weekend, as the Florida Veterans Coalition hosted the 20th edition of the Clearwater Honor Fest at Coachman Park on May 25.
Sun City softball team hosts Memorial Day weekend game
SUN CITY HILTON HEAD, S.C. — As many continue to honor fallen soldiers, the Sun City baseball team hosted its annual softball military celebration. The Sun City community bore the Saturday heat for its 12th annual Memorial Day weekend softball celebration. "It brings a lot of memories for me!...
What’s the real value of St. Petersburg’s 86-acre Tropicana Field site?
Opponents of the deal to build the Tampa Bay Rays a new stadium and redevelop the rest of the 86-acre property argue that the negotiated price doesn’t reflect the true value of the land. The city and county will contribute the 21 acres for the new baseball stadium to...
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