Pinellas County

Local group encourages people to keep beaches clean this Fourth of July

Florida News

1 dead after lightning strike on Fort Myers Beach

Local News

220,000 passengers expected to travel through TPA for nation's 250th birthday

National News

Descendant of Washington's enslaved cook says America's story should include all

I-Team Investigations

Couple fights $579 tow bill after Fourth of July fireworks

National News

Extreme heat disrupts some Fourth of July festivities

National Politics

Gov. Wes Moore sidesteps 2028 talk while defining what patriotism means to him

Weather

Forecast: Lower rain chance for the Saturday night fireworks displays

National News

Two people dead, three shot at a mall near Detroit

National Politics

One year after passage, Trump health care law remains politically divisive

Greater Pasco County

Land O' Lakes veterans dedicate American flag that once flew over U.S. Capitol

Pinellas County

Deputies arrest Dunedin man for pointing laser at helicopter: PCSO

Sports

Tampa Bay's finest head back to Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest

Anchors Report

MacDill AFB shaped Tampa, remains crucial to America's global military mission

Pinellas County

Police investigating fatal traffic crash involving pedestrian in Clearwater: CPD

West Nile cases surge in 2026 as CDC issues holiday advisory

Florida News

GOP rivals swing at absent frontrunner in Florida's governor debate

National News

Toddler found alive in morgue hours after being pronounced dead by doctor 

This no-bake berry trifle brings a festive twist to the Fourth of July

America 250

Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore

National News

SSA issuing 250th anniversary Social Security cards

Florida News

CAIR, CAIR Florida file emergency motion to block DeSantis terrorism designation

America 250

Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday

Florida News

RE-CAP: Donalds bolsters grip on GOP governor’s race amid rivals' court battle

Hillsborough County

Boating safety tips for the Fourth of July weekend as Florida waters get crowded

Tampa Bay's Morning Blend

Forbici Comes to Downtown St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay's Morning Blend

"Bash of the Titans" is on stage at freeFall Theatre

Tampa Bay's Morning Blend

Summer Workouts for Kids

Tampa Bay's Morning Blend

Experience Historic Sponge Diving with St. Nicholas Boat Line

I-Team Investigations

Breast cancer patient speaks out after insurance denial hours before surgery

Susan Solves It - Quick Tips

Susan Solves It: Fake Evite

National News

Scorching temperatures force changes to some July 4 events

America 250

Watch the Tampa Bay 28 America 250 special

Scripps News Life

July 4 closures start Friday for some offices and services

Good Morning Tampa Bay

News to Know for July 3 2026

Pinellas County

Palm Harbor condo owners struggle under repeated assessments

National Politics

Poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role

Weather

Forecast: Lower rain chance for the Saturday night fireworks displays

Pasco County

Fatal house fire in Zephyrhills under investigation: PCFR

Polk County

Polk County extends water restrictions through Oct. 1

Local News

Doctor explains ways to keep your family safe during 4th of July celebrations

National News

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

Lakeland – Polk County

Polk County nonprofit free-ride program takes residents to food pantries

National Politics

Supreme Court TPS ruling opens hundreds of thousands to deportation from the US

Weather

Forecast: Showers wrap up, more on the way for the weekend

Florida News

Florida releases 2025-2026 school grades across the state

Local News

News Tonight - Top Headlines and Weather for July 2

Wesley Chapel and Surrounding Area

Tampa Bay area water restrictions now extended through Oct. 1

World News

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21

America 250

How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years

Scripps News Life

How to get keeper photos of July 4th fireworks, using just your smartphone

America 250

America 250 v. Freedom 250: What's the difference?

National News

Chris Brown must pay $13 million to housekeeper who was attacked by his dog

Hillsborough County

Death investigation underway after inmate dies at Tampa General: HCSO

East Hillsborough County

Fire officials urge caution with fireworks as brush fire concerns linger

Sports

Cabo Verde eyes more history in the knockout round

National News

Former US Olympian charged with felony over Reflecting Pool incident

Tampa Metro – West Hillsborough County

Police to deploy full force for Liberty by the Bay Fourth of July celebration

Local News

Big Ray's Fish Camp named to Michelin's Best Seafood Shack Restaurants list

Sexual assault nonprofit in New Mexico providing space for Epstein survivors