Tampa targets streetcar expansion for infrastructure bill funds
While some drivers would like to see every penny spent on new and bigger roads, Tampa’s mayor says we need to change our view of mass transit.
While some drivers would like to see every penny spent on new and bigger roads, Tampa’s mayor says we need to change our view of mass transit.
Tampa airport prepares for first post-pandemic international flights
The U.S. ended its COVID-related travel ban on dozens of countries Monday, opening up dozens of airports to international travelers for the first time in more than a year and a half.
The U.S. ended its COVID-related travel ban on dozens of countries Monday, opening up dozens of airports to international travelers for the first time in more than a year and a half.
Distracted: 90% of drivers admit using smartphone while driving, study finds
Distracted driving is becoming the new social norm on the roads, with one study finding 9 out of 10 drivers admitted to using their smartphones while driving last year.
Distracted driving is becoming the new social norm on the roads, with one study finding 9 out of 10 drivers admitted to using their smartphones while driving last year.
Provision in infrastructure bill could curb drunk drivers
A push to stop drunk driving – thus ending the unnecessary heartache and pain thousands have lived through – is now one step close to becoming reality.
A push to stop drunk driving – thus ending the unnecessary heartache and pain thousands have lived through – is now one step close to becoming reality.
Long overdue construction begins on sidewalks, crosswalks in Manatee County
In many neighborhoods around Manatee County, kids walk to see friends and relatives, go to parks, and even to school, but most of the places they're traveling don't have a pedestrian area, making those trips treacherous.
In many neighborhoods around Manatee County, kids walk to see friends and relatives, go to parks, and even to school, but most of the places they're traveling don't have a pedestrian area, making those trips treacherous.
Town hall scheduled Thursday to discuss I-275 expansion project in Tampa
The Florida Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to discuss the new expansion of I-275 in Tampa.
The Florida Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to discuss the new expansion of I-275 in Tampa.
Tampa leading the way in safer driving technology research; volunteers needed
We're fast moving toward a world where vehicles can talk to each other and to the roadway. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is looking for 300 drivers to test one of these new systems and it could lead to fewer crashes on Tampa roadways.
We're fast moving toward a world where vehicles can talk to each other and to the roadway. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is looking for 300 drivers to test one of these new systems and it could lead to fewer crashes on Tampa roadways.
Better drainage, sewer, internet coming to Hillsborough Co. thanks to new funding boost
Hillsborough County can start checking off some major infrastructure projects on its to-do list, including drainage and sewer system upgrades, broadband internet, and affordable housing.
Hillsborough County can start checking off some major infrastructure projects on its to-do list, including drainage and sewer system upgrades, broadband internet, and affordable housing.
Pinellas Trail transforming into showcase of local mural artists
Parts of the Pinellas Trail are getting a much-needed facelift, thanks to a county program. The quest to beautify the trail is what's right with Tampa Bay.
Parts of the Pinellas Trail are getting a much-needed facelift, thanks to a county program. The quest to beautify the trail is what's right with Tampa Bay.
Overnight I-275 ramp closures scheduled to install wrong-way detection devices in Tampa
Two Interstate 275 ramps will be closed overnight for an ongoing project to install wrong-way detection devices along highways in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
Two Interstate 275 ramps will be closed overnight for an ongoing project to install wrong-way detection devices along highways in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
Florida lawmakers propose speed detection cameras in school zones
If the bill becomes law, speeders could be mailed a citation for going over the school zone speed limit – without ever seeing an officer or being pulled over.
If the bill becomes law, speeders could be mailed a citation for going over the school zone speed limit – without ever seeing an officer or being pulled over.
Malfunction Junction: I-275 construction to expand lanes in Tampa begins Monday
To ease congestion, FDOT is adding a new lane in each direction from I-275 near I-4 to just north of Hillsborough Avenue. Construction begins Monday.
To ease congestion, FDOT is adding a new lane in each direction from I-275 near I-4 to just north of Hillsborough Avenue. Construction begins Monday.
First work to expand I-275 at I-4 in Tampa begins Monday
Backups on Interstate 275 through Tampa may not ever go away, but the Florida Department of Transportation expects the congestion to ease up with the help of a construction project on I-275 just north of Interstate 4.
Backups on Interstate 275 through Tampa may not ever go away, but the Florida Department of Transportation expects the congestion to ease up with the help of a construction project on I-275 just north of Interstate 4.
Cross Bay Ferry returns with extended evening hours
The Cross Bay Ferry is back for what will be its fifth year in service. It will again operate to and from Tampa and St. Petersburg’s waterfront, starting Thursday afternoon.
The Cross Bay Ferry is back for what will be its fifth year in service. It will again operate to and from Tampa and St. Petersburg’s waterfront, starting Thursday afternoon.
Connecting Tampa and St. Pete, Cross Bay Ferry will return Oct. 21
The Cross Bay Ferry will return next week with extended hours, officials announced.
The Cross Bay Ferry will return next week with extended hours, officials announced.
Florida 3rd in US for laser attacks on aircraft, FAA says
Florida is one of the most dangerous states for pilots when it comes to laser strike attacks on aircraft. According to the FAA, the Sunshine State ranks third for the number of laser incidents reported this year.
Florida is one of the most dangerous states for pilots when it comes to laser strike attacks on aircraft. According to the FAA, the Sunshine State ranks third for the number of laser incidents reported this year.
Clearwater residents now get 50% off parking meter fees
The city of Clearwater wants to give its residents a break at the parking meter, launching a new discount program through the ParkMobile app.
The city of Clearwater wants to give its residents a break at the parking meter, launching a new discount program through the ParkMobile app.
Southwest passengers scramble for flights following weekend mass cancelations across U.S., Tampa
It's been a frustrating weekend for air travelers who booked flights with Tampa International Airport's largest carrier, Southwest Airlines. Many were waking up Monday morning in places they weren't expecting to be.
It's been a frustrating weekend for air travelers who booked flights with Tampa International Airport's largest carrier, Southwest Airlines. Many were waking up Monday morning in places they weren't expecting to be.
Winter Haven receives $9 million grant from state for road infrastructure, job growth
Governor Ron DeSantis said Winter Haven will receive more than $9 million to support “economic growth.”
Governor Ron DeSantis said Winter Haven will receive more than $9 million to support “economic growth.”
Hundreds left scrambling at TPA as Southwest Airlines cancels flights nationwide
Hundreds of Southwest flights have been canceled nationwide and now many passengers are beginning to question the airline's explanation.
Hundreds of Southwest flights have been canceled nationwide and now many passengers are beginning to question the airline's explanation.