Kennedy Boulevard makeover: LED lights, wider sidewalks, extended turn lanes coming to major Tampa roadway
The Kennedy Boulevard makeover will make safety enhancements and pedestrian improvements to a nearly two-mile stretch. The project is set to finish in early 2023.
The Kennedy Boulevard makeover will make safety enhancements and pedestrian improvements to a nearly two-mile stretch. The project is set to finish in early 2023.
Deadly crash snarls morning commute for Howard Frankland Bridge drivers heading to Tampa
A deadly crash has closed all northbound lanes of I-275 at the SR-60 exit, where traffic is being diverted.
A deadly crash has closed all northbound lanes of I-275 at the SR-60 exit, where traffic is being diverted.
Eastbound lanes of Courtney Campbell Causeway reopen after crash
A traffic crash closed the eastbound lanes of the Courtney Campbell Causeway, but all lanes have reopened.
A traffic crash closed the eastbound lanes of the Courtney Campbell Causeway, but all lanes have reopened.
Pedestrian safety among major improvements along Florida Ave.
Business in Seminole Heights has exploded in recent years as new breweries, bars, coffee shops, restaurants and retail flock to Florida Avenue. What hasn’t kept up with the rapid renaissance, however, are the road improvements needed to let pedestrians actually explore everything safely.
Business in Seminole Heights has exploded in recent years as new breweries, bars, coffee shops, restaurants and retail flock to Florida Avenue. What hasn’t kept up with the rapid renaissance, however, are the road improvements needed to let pedestrians actually explore everything safely.
Motorcycle crash kills man, injures child passenger in Bradenton
Troopers say the driver of a Kia will likely face charges after causing a crash that killed a 40-year-old motorcyclist and injured his 8-year-old passenger on Friday afternoon.
Troopers say the driver of a Kia will likely face charges after causing a crash that killed a 40-year-old motorcyclist and injured his 8-year-old passenger on Friday afternoon.
Record deaths due to traffic crashes reported in 2021
The number of reported deaths due to traffic crashes in Florida rose dramatically last year, including in Hillsborough County, where officials say crashes killed an average of five people every week last year.
The number of reported deaths due to traffic crashes in Florida rose dramatically last year, including in Hillsborough County, where officials say crashes killed an average of five people every week last year.
Good Samaritan struck by car, killed after stopping to help motorists involved in I-75 crash in Gibsonton
A Tampa man stopped to help after coming across a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Gibsonton. While assisting, a semi-truck crashed into one of the cars involved causing it to strike the good Samaritan, killing him.
A Tampa man stopped to help after coming across a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Gibsonton. While assisting, a semi-truck crashed into one of the cars involved causing it to strike the good Samaritan, killing him.
FHP: Wesley Chapel driver killed in SR-54 crash was speeding
A driver traveling at a high rate of speed lost control and died after crashing his vehicle early Monday morning in Pasco County, troopers said.
A driver traveling at a high rate of speed lost control and died after crashing his vehicle early Monday morning in Pasco County, troopers said.
Westbound Gandy Blvd. reopens after jet fuel spill
Tampa police said Wednesday that it could take several days to repair and reopen the westbound lanes of Gandy Boulevard between Westshore Boulevard and the Gandy Bridge in South Tampa after a fuel tanker overturned Tuesday, spilling jet fuel across the roadway. However, by Thursday night, crews had repaired enough of the roadway to reopen it to drivers.
Tampa police said Wednesday that it could take several days to repair and reopen the westbound lanes of Gandy Boulevard between Westshore Boulevard and the Gandy Bridge in South Tampa after a fuel tanker overturned Tuesday, spilling jet fuel across the roadway. However, by Thursday night, crews had repaired enough of the roadway to reopen it to drivers.
Pedestrian dies following I-4 crash in Plant City
Florida troopers say a pedestrian is dead following an early-morning crash in Plant City.
Florida troopers say a pedestrian is dead following an early-morning crash in Plant City.
Gasparilla guide to parking, rideshare, & public transit
Getting around downtown Tampa could be challenging during the Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Parade Saturday. We've compiled resources to help parade goers get around, whether they're driving, taking a rideshare, or public transit.
Getting around downtown Tampa could be challenging during the Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Parade Saturday. We've compiled resources to help parade goers get around, whether they're driving, taking a rideshare, or public transit.
Tampa driver dies after changing lanes on I-4, colliding with vehicle, troopers say
Florida troopers say a three-car collision occurred after a driver switched lanes early Friday morning.
Florida troopers say a three-car collision occurred after a driver switched lanes early Friday morning.
Citrus Park Drive extension opens, easing commute for NW Hillsborough drivers
A new roadway is now officially open in western Hillsborough County that will connect the Westchase community from Sheldon Road to Countryway Boulevard.
A new roadway is now officially open in western Hillsborough County that will connect the Westchase community from Sheldon Road to Countryway Boulevard.
I-75 near Bruce B. Downs reopens after rollover crash
A vehicle crashed and turned upside down in the median of Interstate 75, closing several lanes just north of Tampa for about 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon.
A vehicle crashed and turned upside down in the median of Interstate 75, closing several lanes just north of Tampa for about 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon.
2 dead in Lithia crash, deputies say
Hillsborough County deputies say two adults were killed and one was hospitalized following a Friday morning crash.
Hillsborough County deputies say two adults were killed and one was hospitalized following a Friday morning crash.
FHP: Overturned tanker dumps 200 gallons of fuel on I-75 after 'catastrophic failure of tire'
Florida troopers have closed the southbound lanes of I-75 near the Charlotte and Sarasota county line after a tanker overturned, spilling about 200 gallons onto the highway.
Florida troopers have closed the southbound lanes of I-75 near the Charlotte and Sarasota county line after a tanker overturned, spilling about 200 gallons onto the highway.
Frequent crashes at curve on Siesta Key prompt calls for safety upgrades
Along part of Siesta Drive, shattered glass and a few car parts litter the roadway and grass – signs of cars ending up where they shouldn't be. Neighbors worry a tragedy is just around the corner.
Along part of Siesta Drive, shattered glass and a few car parts litter the roadway and grass – signs of cars ending up where they shouldn't be. Neighbors worry a tragedy is just around the corner.
Cyclist dies after being hit on Gibsonton Drive
A cyclist died after being hit on Gibsonton Drive by a car that tried to swerve out of their way.
A cyclist died after being hit on Gibsonton Drive by a car that tried to swerve out of their way.
School district eyeing solutions to traffic problems at Laurel Nokomis School
As soon as the light flashes signaling the end of the day at Laurel Nokomis School, the worry begins for parents and kids trying to navigate the packed, dangerous roadways.
As soon as the light flashes signaling the end of the day at Laurel Nokomis School, the worry begins for parents and kids trying to navigate the packed, dangerous roadways.
FHP: Speeding driver causes crash that set second vehicle on fire, killing two inside
Troopers say the driver of an Audi was speeding on I-4 when he crashed into another vehicle, a Camry, causing it to catch fire. The two people inside the Toyota died.
Troopers say the driver of an Audi was speeding on I-4 when he crashed into another vehicle, a Camry, causing it to catch fire. The two people inside the Toyota died.