Eviction moratorium: Federal judge leaves CDC's temporary order in place

A federal judge refused Alabama landlords' request to put the CDC’s new eviction moratorium on hold, though she ruled that the freeze is illegal.

The do's and don'ts of Goodwill donations

Last year Goodwill Suncoast disposed of more than seven million pounds of junk at a hefty cost to the organization. Clothing, shoes and linens are always welcome. Mattresses, televisions with no stands, and heavily worn, or broken furniture are not.

School supply shortage: Why these back-to-school items could be hard to find

From backpacks to clothes to electronics, supply shortages could make your back-to-school shopping harder this year. An expert explains why.

Pet store sales of cats and dogs banned in Manatee County

Manatee County commissioners approved an ordinance that bans most private sales of pet cats and dogs at stores and flea markets.

Dollar General chairs recalled over amputation, pinching hazard

Dollar General recalled some sling lounge chairs after receiving reports the chairs collapsed and caused amputation and lacerations.

Stay in ICU for COVID patients can cost more than $100K, even with insurance, data shows

Getting COVID-19 could cost more than your health. Many patients are getting medical bills in the thousands or hundreds of thousands after lengthy stays in the hospital.

As Spirit Airlines cancels more flights, know your rights as a passenger

Lines of passengers anxious to get home continued to form at Tampa International Airport’s Spirit counter Friday. While getting a refund isn't easy, there are things travelers can try to get their money back.

Baltimore company launches device that detects COVID-19, flu

The product, called ViraWarn, uses biosensing technology to actively screen air within indoor spaces and immediately alert occupants when COVID-19 or other viruses are sensed.

Flight attendants concerned about uptick in unruly passengers

The FAA has received more than 3,715 reports of unruly passengers this past year between Jan. 1 and Aug.1 Of those, 2,729 were mask-related incidents. Overall, the FAA reports opening 628 investigations, the highest number on record.

Work, play, live: Westshore Marina District taking shape in South Tampa

In the next five years, locals and visitors will see the Westshore Marina District take shape as the next destination in Tampa Bay to work, play and live. A local wine bar, renters and retail businesses have already moved in.

Natural gas costs drive up Tampa Electric, Duke Energy bills

The changes will add about $12.82 to the monthly bills of residential TECO customers who use 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity a month. Duke residential customers face a $4.28-a-month increase.