Ybor City celebrates 140 years with massive 140-foot cigar tribute

Ybor City is marking a major milestone, celebrating 140 years since its founding with a tribute to the industry that built it from the ground up.

Bob Buckhorn announces 2027 campaign for Tampa mayor: Seeking rare third term

Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is running to reclaim the office, eight years after leaving city hall amidst an urban renewal that saw dozens of new buildings downtown spring.

New modern mexican venue serves up fresh Masa magic in Seminole Heights

For an atmosphere that is just as vibrant as the colors on the plate, Con Amor in Seminole Heights offers everything from traditional Mexican tortillas to exotic dishes like massachini and chochoyotes.

Iranian Americans in Tampa Rally for Regime Change Amid Peace Talks

Dozens of Iranian Americans rallied in downtown Tampa on Saturday, voicing support for the war and calling for regime change in Iran.

Hundreds climb 42 floors in Tampa 'Fight for Air' event, raising over $225K for lung cancer fight

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, with a new diagnosis every two minutes. In Tampa, hundreds literally took that fight to new heights, stepping up to raise money and awareness for those battling the disease.

Miles long, steps away: Eleven80 Cafe debuts new flavors in Tampa

Eleven80 Café opened earlier this year and is quickly gaining attention as a fresh and flavorful breakfast and lunch location for South Tampa. 

Rays pitch $2.3B stadium plan to Tampa, public bill hits $1B

Tampa and Hillsborough leaders are pouring through a proposal released by the Rays on Thursday as they consider how much the public should help fund a new Rays stadium on Tampa's west side.     

Science fiction becomes reality at USF's Engineering Expo

At the University of South Florida’s Engineering Expo, visitors can control a robotic catapult using nothing but their thoughts. It's one of dozens of hands-on exhibits drawing thousands of students and families to campus.

ZooTampa expansion: Hillsborough County approves $75M for new South America area, upgrades

Big changes are on the way for ZooTampa, as leaders move forward with plans to upgrade existing exhibits and potentially double the park’s footprint through a major expansion project.

Tampa Bay Rays release memorandum outlining framework for new $2.3B stadium plan in Hillsborough County

A newly released memorandum of understanding between the city of Tampa, Hillsborough County, the Tampa Bay Rays organization and related entities breaks down much of the framework for financing, building and operating a new ballpark near the Hillsborough Community College Dale Mabry campus.