BTS mania hits Tampa: Fans compare global superstars to The Beatles as tour begins
BTS fever is already hitting Tampa well before the iconic boy band takes the stage Saturday night.
BTS fever is already hitting Tampa well before the iconic boy band takes the stage Saturday night.
More than just music: How BTS inspires Bay Area K-pop fans to learn Korean, find creativity
Madison Harrison, 19, a Spring Hill native, first visited South Korea for a K-pop concert a few years ago. She enjoys K-pop music and began learning Korean to understand the nuisances of the lyrics.
Madison Harrison, 19, a Spring Hill native, first visited South Korea for a K-pop concert a few years ago. She enjoys K-pop music and began learning Korean to understand the nuisances of the lyrics.
K-pop’s reach: How decades of musical evolution brought BTS to Tampa
K-pop superstars BTS made their long-anticipated return to music this spring, bringing their ‘Arirang’ world tour to North America with the first stop in Tampa.
K-pop superstars BTS made their long-anticipated return to music this spring, bringing their ‘Arirang’ world tour to North America with the first stop in Tampa.
From ‘lowkey’ fans to 7,000-strong: Inside the K-Pop meetups transforming the Tampa Bay area
K-pop fans across the area create community with each other through meetups, sharing boba tea drinks, fan-made gifts and stories about their favorite music groups.
K-pop fans across the area create community with each other through meetups, sharing boba tea drinks, fan-made gifts and stories about their favorite music groups.
'Storage Wars' star Darrell Sheets dies at 67: Report
Darrell Sheets, who appeared on the popular A&E series “Storage Wars," has died. Here's what to know.
Darrell Sheets, who appeared on the popular A&E series “Storage Wars," has died. Here's what to know.
FCC commissioner backs frustrated American sports fans as leagues pivot to streaming services
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
Dave Mason, songwriter known as a co-founder of Traffic, has died at the age of 79
Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced.
Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced.
BTS merchandise pop-up stops Tampa traffic
Crews in Tampa are setting up a large merchandise pop-up event ahead of a highly anticipated weekend for fans of global K-pop sensation, BTS.
Crews in Tampa are setting up a large merchandise pop-up event ahead of a highly anticipated weekend for fans of global K-pop sensation, BTS.
Bear Grylls takes celebrities off the grid in new FOX series: ‘You get to see the real people’
"Bear Grylls is Running Wild" reveals a raw side of celebrities as they battle harsh wilderness conditions. The premiere, airing Tuesday, features Matthew McConaughey taking on the challenge.
"Bear Grylls is Running Wild" reveals a raw side of celebrities as they battle harsh wilderness conditions. The premiere, airing Tuesday, features Matthew McConaughey taking on the challenge.
The Onion eyes Infowars again with Tim Heidecker at the helm
The satirical news outlet The Onion has another plan to take over Alex Jones’ conspiracy site amid its bankruptcy proceedings, and it involves comedian and writer Tim Heidecker.
The satirical news outlet The Onion has another plan to take over Alex Jones’ conspiracy site amid its bankruptcy proceedings, and it involves comedian and writer Tim Heidecker.
Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old girl
Singer D4vd pleaded not guilty Monday after he was charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez who police say was found dismembered in his Tesla in 2025.
Singer D4vd pleaded not guilty Monday after he was charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez who police say was found dismembered in his Tesla in 2025.
Patrick Muldoon, ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Melrose Place’ star, dead at 57
Patrick Muldoon, an actor best known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," died suddenly over the weekend, his family told TMZ. He was 57.
Patrick Muldoon, an actor best known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," died suddenly over the weekend, his family told TMZ. He was 57.
Country singer Annie Bosko discusses song she co-wrote with Kid Rock and opening for Dolly Parton in Las Vegas
Country singer Annie Bosko's debut album "California Cow Girl" features 19 songs, including the title track ‘Goodbye California’ she co-wrote with Kid Rock.
Country singer Annie Bosko's debut album "California Cow Girl" features 19 songs, including the title track ‘Goodbye California’ she co-wrote with Kid Rock.
Lakeland’s first-ever Fuego Festival ignites downtown with Latin culture celebration
The Fuego Festival is spicing up downtown Lakeland. The one-day event is a celebration of Latin culture — bringing fire, rhythm, flavor and heritage.
The Fuego Festival is spicing up downtown Lakeland. The one-day event is a celebration of Latin culture — bringing fire, rhythm, flavor and heritage.
Breakaway Music Festival in Tampa this weekend
Tens of thousands of electronic dance music (EDM) fans are expected at Raymond James Stadium for the two-day Breakaway Music Festival Friday and Saturday. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Tens of thousands of electronic dance music (EDM) fans are expected at Raymond James Stadium for the two-day Breakaway Music Festival Friday and Saturday. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Tampa's Breakaway Music Festival brings EDM crowds, economic boost and inclusion to the city
Tens of thousands of electronic dance music (EDM) fans are expected at Raymond James Stadium for the two-day Breakaway Music Festival Friday and Saturday.
Tens of thousands of electronic dance music (EDM) fans are expected at Raymond James Stadium for the two-day Breakaway Music Festival Friday and Saturday.
D4vd arrested in connection with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.
Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.
Country Thunder 2026 festival plans revealed: What to expect at Coachman Park
New event details and information has been released about Country Thunder’s last-minute move to Coachman Park in Clearwater, with organizers racing to finalize plans just weeks before the event.
New event details and information has been released about Country Thunder’s last-minute move to Coachman Park in Clearwater, with organizers racing to finalize plans just weeks before the event.
Breakaway Tampa: Bigger lineup, better access, major impact
The bass is about to drop at Raymond James Stadium as Breakaway Music Festival returns to Tampa this weekend. But before the headliners take the stage, the festival is focusing on a different mission: making sure the city’s massive music scene is accessible to everyone.
The bass is about to drop at Raymond James Stadium as Breakaway Music Festival returns to Tampa this weekend. But before the headliners take the stage, the festival is focusing on a different mission: making sure the city’s massive music scene is accessible to everyone.
Federal jury finds Live Nation conducted illegal monopoly, overcharged fans
Music fans, frustrated by skyrocketing concert prices, saw a significant victory in court this week, though experts warn that relief may still be a long way off.
Music fans, frustrated by skyrocketing concert prices, saw a significant victory in court this week, though experts warn that relief may still be a long way off.