Software created to solve Tampa public transit problem helps other agencies in California, France

Software created to solve Tampa public transit problem helps other agencies in California, France

A University of South Florida researcher Sean Barbeau created software to help transit agencies share better real-time arrivals, and it’s helped the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) for nine years through the OneBusAway app.

A University of South Florida researcher Sean Barbeau created software to help transit agencies share better real-time arrivals, and it’s helped the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) for nine years through the OneBusAway app.

TPA focuses on expansion, future demand in master plan update as Tampa continues to grow

TPA focuses on expansion, future demand in master plan update as Tampa continues to grow

As the Tampa Bay Area continues to grow and more and more tourists flock to local shores, Tampa International Airport leaders are planning updates to their multi-year, multi-billion dollar master plan.

As the Tampa Bay Area continues to grow and more and more tourists flock to local shores, Tampa International Airport leaders are planning updates to their multi-year, multi-billion dollar master plan.

Air taxis could fly commuters across Tampa Bay by 2025

Air taxis could fly commuters across Tampa Bay by 2025

Aircraft that take off and land like a drone could be part of the future of transportation around Tampa Bay.

Aircraft that take off and land like a drone could be part of the future of transportation around Tampa Bay.

TPA passengers continue without masks as DOJ appeals mask mandate ruling by federal judge

TPA passengers continue without masks as DOJ appeals mask mandate ruling by federal judge

Passengers have been riding and flying without a mask after a federal judge in Tampa struck down the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's mask mandate for public transportation on Monday. Two days later, the Department of Justice appealed the decision, leaving many to wonder if the mask order would come back.

Passengers have been riding and flying without a mask after a federal judge in Tampa struck down the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's mask mandate for public transportation on Monday. Two days later, the Department of Justice appealed the decision, leaving many to wonder if the mask order would come back.

Airlines to allow passengers banned over masks back on planes

Airlines to allow passengers banned over masks back on planes

Now that most airlines have made masks optional in the U.S., here's where the four largest stand on bringing back passengers who refused to wear them when they were required.

Now that most airlines have made masks optional in the U.S., here's where the four largest stand on bringing back passengers who refused to wear them when they were required.

Hillsborough commissioners vote to add transportation sales tax to November ballot

Hillsborough commissioners vote to add transportation sales tax to November ballot

While commissioners approved the measure, it’ll ultimately be up to voters this Fall to decide whether to give a 1-cent sales tax increase the green light. The tax would be used to fund two decades worth of road, transportation and infrastructure projects.

While commissioners approved the measure, it’ll ultimately be up to voters this Fall to decide whether to give a 1-cent sales tax increase the green light. The tax would be used to fund two decades worth of road, transportation and infrastructure projects.

Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate

Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.

Tampa International Airport lifts mask mandate after TSA removes rule

Tampa International Airport lifts mask mandate after TSA removes rule

After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.

After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.

Tesla sets sights on St. Pete facility for new 100,000 square foot service center

Tesla sets sights on St. Pete facility for new 100,000 square foot service center

Tesla Motors has its sights set on Pinellas County for a new 100,000 square foot service center. The company plans to renovate the Kane's Furniture Liquidation Center building on North 34th Street, and the new facility would bring dozens of tech jobs to the area.

Tesla Motors has its sights set on Pinellas County for a new 100,000 square foot service center. The company plans to renovate the Kane's Furniture Liquidation Center building on North 34th Street, and the new facility would bring dozens of tech jobs to the area.

Spirit passenger in need of emergency surgery finally heads to Houston after spending days at TPA

Spirit passenger in need of emergency surgery finally heads to Houston after spending days at TPA

A Spirit Airlines passenger in need of emergency surgery was in a race against time. She had been stranded at Tampa International Airport for days after her flight to Houston was re-routed over the weekend. Finally, she is heading to Texas for her 12-hour surgery.

A Spirit Airlines passenger in need of emergency surgery was in a race against time. She had been stranded at Tampa International Airport for days after her flight to Houston was re-routed over the weekend. Finally, she is heading to Texas for her 12-hour surgery.

After a 2-year hiatus, runners return to TPA runway, raise money for charity

After a 2-year hiatus, runners return to TPA runway, raise money for charity

It was an unusual sight at Tampa International Airport Saturday morning as people, not planes, lined the tarmac and took off down the runway. 

It was an unusual sight at Tampa International Airport Saturday morning as people, not planes, lined the tarmac and took off down the runway. 

Highway officials consider proposed 13-mile widening project on US 301

Highway officials consider proposed 13-mile widening project on US 301

The proposed expansion would make US 301 a four-lane roadway on the 13-mile stretch between Fowler Avenue and SR 56, FDOT confirmed.

The proposed expansion would make US 301 a four-lane roadway on the 13-mile stretch between Fowler Avenue and SR 56, FDOT confirmed.

Meet the 92-year-old woman behind TPA's logo, color-coded zones

Meet the 92-year-old woman behind TPA's logo, color-coded zones

Millions of passengers travel through Tampa International Airport every year and folks are able to easily find their way around thanks to Jane Davis Doggett.

Millions of passengers travel through Tampa International Airport every year and folks are able to easily find their way around thanks to Jane Davis Doggett.

Cost comparison: Will an electric vehicle save you money in the long run?

Cost comparison: Will an electric vehicle save you money in the long run?

With gas prices hitting a record high in March, people who were thinking about buying a new vehicle are taking a harder look at electric vehicles -- or EVs -- but new electric cars typically cost more than gas-powered, so which is really better, in the long run?

With gas prices hitting a record high in March, people who were thinking about buying a new vehicle are taking a harder look at electric vehicles -- or EVs -- but new electric cars typically cost more than gas-powered, so which is really better, in the long run?