Didn't get your stimulus check? IRS launches tracking tool

The IRS has launched a tracking tool to allow taxpayers a way to see when their stimulus money will arrive and confirm how they want to be paid.

'One Tampa' program will provide cash for families, businesses impacted by coronavirus shutdown

The program will pay up to $1,000 towards an individual’s or family’s rent or mortgage for one month. It will also pay up to $250 towards a utility bill. Businesses can get even more help.

Child drownings up 100% since last year in Florida

With kids, school, and work all moving into people's homes, it's easier than ever to be distracted, but experts warn parents to stay vigilant as the state sees a startling increase in child drownings.

Curfew aims to crack down on those not following social distancing, 'stay at home' orders

Hillsborough County's Emergency Policy Group voted Monday to implement an overnight curfew to help slow the spread of COVID-19, in addition to the existing 'safer-at-home' orders, but data shows the argument for the curfew may not be as strong as some thought.

Tarpon Springs couple takes online trend of furniture for squirrels to a new level

A Pennsylvania man built a squirrel-sized picnic table for the animals in his yard. He posted a picture on social media of a squirrel -- sitting like a tiny, furry human -- at the table and the idea seemed to strike a chord.

Polk County offering assistance for renters during pandemic

Qualified renters who have lost a job or had an impact to their income due to COVID-19 may apply for rental assistance in Polk County.

School districts in Hillsborough, Polk and Pinellas are reducing number of meal distribution days

Some school districts in the Tampa Bay-area are making changes to their meal distribution schedules based on new CDC guidelines recommending people to limit the errands they run during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Churches, charities change Easter celebrations amid coronavirus pandemic

Churches across the country are preparing for an Easter unlike any other with many houses of worship preparing to stream virtual services online Easter Sunday.

Land O' Lakes venue will give away a free wedding to one healthcare worker

Many have had to change the way they work, especially healthcare providers and first responders who are on the frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic. Because of that, a local wedding venue is giving away a free wedding.

Tampa Parks and Rec launches 'HappyAtHomeTPA' campaign

Boredom may be settling in at home as people try to find ways to preoccupy themselves during Florida's stay-at-home order, but Tampa Parks and Recreation has some ideas to keep the family occupied. 

Florida rolls out new, 'user-friendly' unemployment application website

Florida’s unemployment office rolled out a new online application website Wednesday night, saying the new site is more user and mobile device friendly.

How to print out a Florida unemployment application

As technical woes continue to plague Florida's unemployment website, many residents are turning to an old-fashioned method: printing out a paper application to put in the mail.

Tampa's Syndaver Labs gears up to make 1 million respirators

Syndaver Labs is adding to its complicated workload in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tampa-based company makes synthetic human bodies for anatomy training and is now beginning to manufacture respirators.