Florida Collector Extravaganza brings nostalgic toys, comics, and retro gaming to Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. — Hundreds of fans gathered at the Florida Center in Tampa to celebrate their favorite childhood memories at the Florida Collector Extravaganza, an event filled with vintage toys, comics, and retro video games. Attendees explored more...

Florida AG says judges can’t stop state attorneys, staff from bringing guns into court

Credit: James Uthmeier/X Florida judges legally can’t bar state attorneys and their staff from carrying firearms into courtrooms, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier. In an Oct. 20 letter posted to the attorney general’s website,...

'I'm making struggle meals': SNAP recipients brace for shutdown hardship The threat of a lapse in federal fundng for SNAP has incited chaos on social media and at food banks. Read More »

After foodbanks and SNAP recipients spent weeks bracing for a suspension of federal food assistance, the benefits appeared to be partially salvaged on Monday. But the disruption is already wreaking havoc on the normally steadfast program. The...

SNAP cuts leave Florida families struggling as shutdown drags on

Uncertainty looms for thousands of Florida families after the Trump administration announced Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will receive only half of their usual monthly benefits due to the ongoing federal government...

Families on Florida's Gulf Coast turn to food pantries amid government shutdown

>> YES, I HAVE TO PAY MY BILLS AND SAVE A TON OF MONEY TO EAT. SO HAD MONEY. >> I WISH YOU WOULD HER. AND REOPEN GOVERNMENT BECAUSE YOU HAVING PEOPLE OKAY. BECAUSE YOU GET PEOPLE THAT RUNNING A GOVERNMENT. YEAH. ABOUT HURTING. >> FRUSTRATION...

Federal shutdown forces Florida families to choose between food and medical care

TAMPA, Fla. — As the federal government shutdown drags on, some families in Florida say they are being pushed into impossible decisions, including choosing between meals and life-saving medical treatment. WATCH: Federal shutdown forces Florida...

Bodycam video captures Florida deputy rescuing 7-year-old boy held hostage

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Bodycam video captures Florida deputy rescuing 7-year-old boy held hostage 01:42 UP NEXT New details in alleged Halloween terror attack plot 01:37 New...

Residents impacted by SNAP freeze can visit UP center for food vouchers

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — United Against Poverty of Indian River County, in response to the ongoing national freeze of SNAP benefits, is helping residents by providing food vouchers for subsidized groceries. Residents already enrolled in SNAP – or the...

DeSantis Says Florida ‘Doing More’ to Help Families as SNAP Funding Stalls Amid Shutdown

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that Florida’s agriculture department will “be doing more” to help the nearly 3 million low-income residents who may go without federal food assistance during the ongoing government shutdown. According to the Tampa...

Marion County officials collecting donations for ‘Bring the Harvest Home’ food drive

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Marion County officials are collecting donations of non-perishable food, personal hygiene items, and baby supplies to help families in the area. Bring the Harvest Home is one of the largest food drives in north central...

Romain Virgo and Destra join Florida Jerk Fest lineup

Romain Virgo and Destra. Reggae artiste Romain Virgo and soca star Destra are the newest additions to the line-up for the main stage at the 23rd staging of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival which is scheduled for this Sunday, November 9 at the...

‘We’re here to fill the gap’: Where to find free food in Palm Beach County amid shutdown

Amid the federal government shutdown, Palm Beach County officials are urging those struggling to afford food to seek alternative options across the county that provide free meals. “We want to be sure that no man, woman or child ever goes hungry...

Where to Find Free Food in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Current reporting indicates that close to 40,000 residents in Manatee County including children, are at risk from the government disruption of SNAP benefits. Florida’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) supports millions. In fiscal...

FL Ag Dept. to boost food banks amid shutdown as Democrats urge governor to provide direct aid

Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture is putting together a plan to help food banks amid the government shutdown. The announcement comes as roughly three million Floridians will only receive about half of their regular SNAP benefits this month as...

3 Winn-Dixie locations in central Alabama converting to Food City

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A grocery store chain with several locations already in Alabama will convert three previous Winn-Dixie stores to Food City. Back in October, the owner of Winn-Dixie supermarkets reported they were selling their remaining...

Need a free meal? 13 restaurants across South Florida are giving out free meal to those who need it most

As we enter Day 34 of a government shutdown, restaurant owner Rodney Mayo is once again filling the gap to help feed people in a time of need across 13 different restaurants.Howley’s is one of the participating locations. General Manager Jes Hill...

Morning Update: South Florida’s top stories for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.

Here are the top stories for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. Get the weather forecast for today here. SUBSCRIBE NOW: Get our free Morning Update email. Sign up here. Progressive reveals how it plans to distribute $1 billion in refunds to auto policyholders...

Local food banks and pantries still gearing up to help as the government shutdown continues

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It’s day 34 of the federal government shutdown, and SNAP recipients received some good news as the Trump administration will use contingency funds to pay partial SNAP benefits. That’s after two judges ordered the...

‘Soldier’s Lens’ photo exhibit opens in Ybor City

Battalion party after a firefight in Vietnam c. 1968-69. Credit: Tom Arthur / The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in Ybor is now showing ‘The Soldier’s Lens.’ It provides an intimate look at...

Harry Chapin Food Bank declares emergency as federal shutdown extends into fifth week

Special to Hendry County News FORT MYERS — Harry Chapin Food Bank has declared an emergency as the federal government shutdown enters its fifth week. Thousands of Southwest Florida families are struggling to put food on the table as SNAP benefits...