Florida Legislature Convenes For Special Session

Members of the Florida House and Senate begin a week-long session Thursday to redraw congressional boundaries ruled illegal.

Elderly Bicyclist Injured in Crash

The 71-year-old is in critical condition after an early Thursday morning run-in with a car.

Docs Say No to Legal Pot, Horror King and 1 Patriotic House

Pot plant found sticking out of car, accident victim goes to jail, possible election delay and other stories from Florida Patch.

Special Elections Could Be Held For Florida Congressional Districts

District redrawing could delay primary and general elections.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Road Rage Lands Deputy Behind Bars

The off-duty Hillsborough County detention deputy was arrested Tuesday after he pulled a gun on another motorist.

132 Arrests, Man Calls 911 on Cop, Got Brakes?

Florida named among the most dangerous states, suspected thief poses for photo and other stories from Florida Patch.

Florida Colleges Make Top 'Party Schools' List

The Princeton Review released their 2015 colleges list. Two Florida universities made their top 20 for “Party Schools.”

Got Brakes? Cops Want to Know

A new awareness campaign aims to educate drivers on the do’s and don’ts of the road when school buses are out in force.

PortMiami Tunnel Opens After Delays

Miami's port tunnel opened to traffic Sunday, becoming the second subterranean roadway in Florida.

1 Tough Biker, P.F. Chang's Security Breach, Gay Marriage

Helen Chavez dies, myths about “flesh-eating” bacteria busted and other stories from Florida Patch.

Bertha Strengthens to Hurricane Status

Hurricane Bertha intensified to a Category 1 hurricane off Florida's east coast Monday.

State Ban on Gay Marriage Unconstitutional, 3rd Judge Says

The latest ruling came out of Broward County.

Congressional Lines to be Redrawn in Special Session

Members of the Florida's House of Representatives will return to Tallahassee this week to modify the state's congressional boundaries.

Tampa's Gold Star Families Memorial Gains Momentum

A local firm has pledged financial support to make the project at a Tampa school come to life.

Florida Biker is Tougher than Lightning

A man struck by lightning during Sunday’s storms refused medical treatment after taking the hit.

Some Florida High Schools Consider Later Start Times

Miami-Dade public schools are setting up a pilot program. What do you think about the idea?

Same-Sex Marriage: Supreme Court or Bust?

With more courthouse victories for gays and lesbians, is it time for a final decision?

Moms Arrested, Teen Fire Challenge, 1 Last Love Letter

Plane crash leaves a family shattered, Tampa fugitive featured on CNN, Crist asked to pull campaign ad and other stories from Florida Patch.

Rain Chances Grow Throughout the Weekend

Forecasters say rain chances will steadily increase as the weekend gets under way.

Teen Fire Challenge Claims More Victims

The latest Internet craze is sending kids from Florida and all over the country to hospitals with serious burns.

CNN to Feature Tampa Fugitive

“The Hunt” with John Walsh will put a spotlight on a DUI manslaughter case out of Hillsborough County.

Share Your Best Back-to-School Finds

With Florida’s tax-free holiday under way, we want to hear from you about the deals you’re finding in the Brandon area.

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms

The newly formed storm shouldn’t have much of an impact on the Tampa Bay area.

Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Runs Through Sunday

Floridians will get some relief at the checkout thanks to the state.

DeSoto Fugitive Might Be in Brandon Area

Believed to be “armed and dangerous,” Reece Sturgis is wanted in connection with a May shooting that left one person dead.

Riverview Teen Earns Eagle Honors

The Boy Scout raised two flag poles at Lithia Springs Regional Park for his community service project.

Serial Bank Robber's Vacation Ended by Arrest, Cops Say

A man wanted on a host of bank robbery charges throughout Central Florida was arrested Wednesday in Atlanta.

Crist Promises Change Through Executive Orders

The Democratic gubernatorial candidate has vowed to sign five orders on day one of his administration, if elected.

Celebrating Clearwater's Centennial

We invite you to come and Meet & Greet may of the Artists at Westfield Countryside Mall between 4PM -- 7PM on Thursday, July 31st.

No Criminal Charges in Deadly Pit Bull Attack

The Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office says there’s not enough evidence to charge Logan Sheppard’s mother.

Fifth Third Brings Back ‘Pay to the Order of’ Campaign; Builds on Previous Campaign That Helped Drive More Than $2.3 Million in Donations to Stand Up To Cancer

Fifth Third Brings Back ‘Pay to the Order of’ Campaign

Medical Marijuana Favored by Brandon, Florida Voters

A new poll released by Quinnipiac University also shows many voters would approve legalizing recreational marijuana use.

No Injuries in Plant City Home Fire

The home was unoccupied when the blaze broke out.

Life is Better in Flip Flops

Missing Plant City Teen Might Be in Georgia

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies say the girl left her home on Tuesday morning.

Share Your Home, Change the World!

AMVETS POST 26 Sons of AMVETS Food and Jam

14-15 Season Brandon Ballet Auditions!

Make Clay Jewelry!