Can DJ Lagway become Florida's next great quarterback?

GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- DJ Lagway has a vivid memory of one of his first visits to Florida. He remembers sitting in the quarterbacks meeting room with future first-round pick Anthony Richardson and a few other players, coach Billy Napier and...

Watch out, Orlando, a new world theme park capital is rising in the Arabian desert

(CNN) — For decades, Orlando has reigned as the global capital of theme parks — a place where Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and countless other attractions have drawn millions of visitors. But a challenger for the crown has emerged from an unlikely...

Cambria Hotel Tampa: Cruise-Ready Escape near the Bay

Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon — Photo by Choice Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon — Photo by Choice Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is expanding with the opening of four new properties in Tampa, Florida....

New York Yankees hit franchise record nine home runs, make MLB history in win against Tampa Bay Rays

(CNN) — The New York Yankees crushed a franchise record-tying nine home runs in a dominant 13-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. The players had to wait for almost two hours as rain and lightning delayed the game, before Aaron Judge, Cody...

At Tampa Bay’s Victory High, newly sober students get a second chance

Across three campuses, students learn to cope without substances — while its founder pushes to stay afloat. When a new campus of Victory High opened in Tampa last fall, Evan, 16, enrolled as the first student. He had tried virtual school but hated...

Filming in Miami: August 21, 2025

Written by Miami Today on August 20, 2025 These film permits were issued last week by the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory & Economic Resources’ Office of Film and Entertainment, (305) 375-3288; the Miami Mayor’s Office of Film, Arts &...

Man dead after being shot in North Miami Beach: Police

An investigation is underway in North Miami Beach Wednesday morning after a man was fatally shot, police said. According to North Miami Beach Police, officers received reports of a shooting in the area of Northeast 20th Avenue and 168th Street....

Scratch-off worth $1 million sold in Miami Valley

DAYTON — A scratch-off ticket worth $1 million was recently sold in the Miami Valley. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The winning Extreme Millions ticket was purchased by one lucky man at the Hollywood Gaming at Dayton...

NBA Mock Trade: Miami Heat offload unwanted Terry Rozier to swing deal for Patrick Williams and $12.8 million guard

With the Miami Heat looking to improve their team and the way Terry Rozier has played since he arrived in South Beach, it wouldn't be a surprise if they wanted to move him. He will enter the final year of his contract and while the Heat have been...

FYI Miami: August 21, 2025

Written by Miami Today on August 20, 2025 BUDGET PUSHBACK: As Miami-Dade County is getting pushback from the public over proposed budget cuts due to come before the commission in September for final action, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has written...

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 8.20.25

Good Wednesday morning. In Atlanta this week for the Republican National Committee’s Summer meeting? Delegation Editor Jacob Ogles will be at Peachtree Plaza on Thursday and Friday. He plans to cover the Republican National Committee elections,...

Boys’ Latin Midfielder Aiden Kenney Commits to University of Tampa

Throughout the years, there have been many different college lacrosse programs which have taken turns being the so-called “hottest” when it comes to getting commitments from multiple MIAA players in a very short period of time. That said, how many...

Red Cross launches Shelter Heroes Program to train emergency volunteers in Tampa Bay

These volunteers will be able to answer the call quickly when disasters hit. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The American Red Cross rolled out a new volunteer training program designed to quickly mobilize neighbors to help neighbors during disasters, a...

Nude cruise to embark out of Miami to Aruba, Curaçao on board Norwegian ship

You could travel to the ABC Islands in your birthday suit on board an 11-day Norwegian cruise. The Big Nude Boat is returning for 2026 on board the Norwegian Pearl, with booking open now through Bare Necessities Tour & Travel. The ship will embark...

North Miami wins two sets in RHS scrimmage

Those who saw the Rochester volleyball team at their home scrimmage with North Miami Thursday definitely saw some enthusiasm. On one play, Maddy Bailon came up with an emphatic stuff block, and a teammate excitedly shoved her and inadvertently...

Trial by Tallahassee: Why Adelson jury should stay local | Analysis 

The New York Yankees OBLITERATE Tampa Bay Rays with ANOTHER Historic Home Run Barrage

The New York Yankees hit nine home runs in a rain-delayed victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, with Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Cody Bellinger each hitting two. Author: wnep.com Published: 3:02 AM EDT August 20, 2025 Updated: 3:02 AM EDT...

Tallahassee man pleads guilty to firearm possession and intent to distribute marijuana

Jason R. Coody, U.S. Attorney | U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of FloridaJason R. Coody, U.S. Attorney | U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida Malik Ray, a 28-year-old resident of Tallahassee, Florida, has pleaded guilty in...

Where can Indian fans watch Inter Miami vs Tigres UANL Leagues Cup quarterfinals

The Leagues Cup 2025 has reached the knockout stage, and one of the most awaited fixtures is the quarter-final clash between Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Mexican giants Tigres UANL. With both teams fighting for a spot in the semi-final, Indian...

Is Jalen McMillan okay? Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver to miss regular season time after ‘severe’ neck injury

Todd Bowles, the coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, stated on Tuesday that second-year wide receiver Jalen McMillan would “miss time” during the regular season due to a “severely strained neck,” ESPN reported. Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay...