FDOT orders Daytona Speedway checkered crosswalk painted over in safety crackdown

The checkered crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a familiar sight for race fans — is set to be painted over as part of a statewide crackdown on decorative street art, transportation officials said.

Gov. DeSantis doubles down on FDOT order to remove street murals

Governor Ron DeSantis responded to the outcry over an order from the Florida Department of Transportation to remove street art that could violate traffic safety guidelines.

Governor DeSantis touts 'major progress' on Howard Frankland Bridge, I-275 widening projects

Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday about "major progress" on the Tampa Bay area's largest state-funded road projects, including the expansion of the Howard Frankland Bridge along with a stretch of I-275 in Pinellas County.

TSA just banned these items from checked bags: See the list

The new rules on flying involves hair tools, marking the latest change to airport security screenings this year.

FDOT denies St. Pete's request to keep several street murals on roadways

The Florida Department of Transportation has denied the City of St. Pete's request to keep several pieces of artwork on its roadways. 

Committee forms to save St. Pete street murals targeted in new Florida mandates

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has directed municipalities statewide to remove street murals it considers "social, political or ideological." The state agency said the art poses a distraction to drivers.

TPA announces completion of Red Express Curbside as expansion plans continue

Tampa International Airport marked a milestone in its overall expansion plans on Monday by announcing the completion of its Red Express Curbside.

Tampa International Airport unveils rare exhibit showcasing its aviation history

Tampa International Airport is pulling back the curtain on its rich aviation history with a rare exhibit that opens some of its archive materials to the public for the first time.

Possible lightning strike forces Southwest Airlines passengers to evacuate flight at TPA

Passengers at Tampa International Airport had to evacuate a Southwest Airlines jet after a possible lightning strike on Monday night, according to officials with the airline.

Brightline proposes plan to issue up to $400M in bonds to pay for Tampa extension: FDFC notice

Brightline recently announced a proposed plan to issue bonds of up to $400 million to pay for the extension of the train to Tampa, according to a notice by the Florida Development Finance Corporation (FDFC). 

Tampa International Airport braces for holiday travel surge

Tampa International Airport is preparing for one of its busiest weekends of the year as summer travelers take to the skies for the Fourth of July.