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.
Florida ports say they can solve Pacific shipping woes, product shortages
A traffic jam of cargo vessels in the Pacific Ocean is causing shortages that could impact deliveries to the United States for the holiday season. The Florida Ports Council says they can fix the problem.
A traffic jam of cargo vessels in the Pacific Ocean is causing shortages that could impact deliveries to the United States for the holiday season. The Florida Ports Council says they can fix the problem.
REV Midwest: 5 governors commit to network for charging electric vehicles
Governors of five Midwestern states have reached a bipartisan agreement to forge a network for charging electric vehicles.
Governors of five Midwestern states have reached a bipartisan agreement to forge a network for charging electric vehicles.
Pinellas Trail more popular than ever as work on improvements, extensions continues
From an old railway line to a 15-foot-wide trail connecting St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs, the Pinellas Trail opened in 1990 and now stretches 60 miles. Today, it is considered one of the best biking paths in the state of Florida.
From an old railway line to a 15-foot-wide trail connecting St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs, the Pinellas Trail opened in 1990 and now stretches 60 miles. Today, it is considered one of the best biking paths in the state of Florida.
Trucker shortage worries industry experts about future of transport
Tractor-trailers haul everything from food to feed families to cars soon-to-be on the road, but there’s a chronic shortage of truck drivers which is slowing deliveries of goods needed by Americans across the country.
Tractor-trailers haul everything from food to feed families to cars soon-to-be on the road, but there’s a chronic shortage of truck drivers which is slowing deliveries of goods needed by Americans across the country.
City of Tampa opens portal, promising 72-hour turnaround time for most road repairs
The pandemic put a pause on fixing Tampa’s pothole problem. But now, a new initiative spearheaded by the city is promising to take your complaint at any hour of the day, and address it within three days.
The pandemic put a pause on fixing Tampa’s pothole problem. But now, a new initiative spearheaded by the city is promising to take your complaint at any hour of the day, and address it within three days.
Gov. DeSantis says Florida will make major infrastructure improvements to Tampa Bay area highways
Earlier this year, the Florida Legislature approved $2 billion in improvements to state highways and seaports. During Monday's press conference, DeSantis announced three projects from the Bay Area set to benefit from the funds: the Howard Frankland Bridge, the Westshore interchange, and the downtown Tampa interchange between I-275 and I-4.
Earlier this year, the Florida Legislature approved $2 billion in improvements to state highways and seaports. During Monday's press conference, DeSantis announced three projects from the Bay Area set to benefit from the funds: the Howard Frankland Bridge, the Westshore interchange, and the downtown Tampa interchange between I-275 and I-4.