With ‘Resilience’ launch, astronauts hope to set positive tone for country

For just the second time since the retirement of the space shuttle, a crew of astronauts is on its way to the International Space Station after blasting off from American soil – a feat that they hope will inspire a country still facing a challenging pandemic and social unrest.

50 foster children adopted by 30 families during celebration in Tampa

Typically adoption finalization takes place during a special court hearing, but on Saturday 50 foster children celebrated being legally adopted during a drive-thru celebration.

Florida principal who told parent 'not everyone believes the Holocaust happened' gets fired again

The principal was fired last year after he told a parent he "can't say the Holocaust is a factual, historical event" and added, "not everyone believes the Holocaust happened." Last month, the district voted to rehire him, but now board members say they've changed their minds.

NFL announces limited capacity at Super Bowl LV in Tampa

The National Football League announced Wednesday there will be limited admission to the 2021 Super Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

Florida mom defends her family in gunfight during armed home invasion

A Florida mom grabbed a pistol and got into a shootout with armed home invasion suspects in order to defend her husband and 7-year-old son.

Student suing after school revokes parking pass due to Trump display

A Volusia County student is suing his school after he says he was punished for a display showing support for President Donald Trump.

Florida man charged with setting Planned Parenthood on fire

Security video showed the suspect pouring gasoline into bottles and then throwing them at a Planned Parenthood building in Fort Myers.

Tampa man accused of killing pregnant woman, baby

Tampa police arrested Jay Leonard Rodriguez after he allegedly killed a pregnant woman and her baby early Saturday morning.

John Cena marries Shay Shariatzadeh in Tampa

John Cena is officially off the market, tying the knot with his bride, Shay Shariatzadeh, in Tampa.

Florida road to be named after Trayvon Martin

Trayvon Martin was shot dead in Sanford, Florida, at 17 while on a visit with his father.

Central Florida newlyweds killed in Colorado plane crash

A Volusia County couple on their honeymoon were killed in a plane while returning to Florida from Colorado.