Hillsborough voters could decide whether to elect school superintendent under new Florida bill
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
MOSI exhibition 'Dreaming in Bamboo' highlights blend of science and art
Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo."
Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo."
Ybor City custom hat shop blends western style with Florida flair
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Florida Attorney General threatens to remove Tampa Mayor Jane Castor over TPD’s ‘sanctuary policies’
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
Florida couple accused of killing tenant at Brandon apartment complex makes first court appearance
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
Downtown St. Pete to Tampa in minutes? Florida cleared to launch ‘flying taxi’ tests this summer
The future of flying over Tampa Bay may be closer than anyone thought. Florida has been selected as one of just eight nationwide test sites for a new federal program designed to bring electric air taxis, often called “flying cars," into real-world operation.
The future of flying over Tampa Bay may be closer than anyone thought. Florida has been selected as one of just eight nationwide test sites for a new federal program designed to bring electric air taxis, often called “flying cars," into real-world operation.
Longtime South Tampa boutique closing after 26 years, owner cites ongoing roadwork
The owner of a longtime South Tampa boutique said the city’s ongoing stormwater relief project and limited parking have proven to be insurmountable roadblocks for her business.
The owner of a longtime South Tampa boutique said the city’s ongoing stormwater relief project and limited parking have proven to be insurmountable roadblocks for her business.
Tampa family turns son's cancer journey into Raymond James Stadium 5K for pediatric research
A Bay Area family has found purpose in their journey with cancer and a calling to help others.
A Bay Area family has found purpose in their journey with cancer and a calling to help others.
Wondering what’s planned for area near Tampa’s old Army-Navy store? Here’s what’s proposed
The City of Tampa has officially selected a proposal by PMG Affordable to redevelop four properties on the northern edge of downtown, including the site of the old Army-Navy Surplus Market store and the Royal parking lot.
The City of Tampa has officially selected a proposal by PMG Affordable to redevelop four properties on the northern edge of downtown, including the site of the old Army-Navy Surplus Market store and the Royal parking lot.
Dozens gather for International Women's Day Rally in Tampa
There were a few dozen people packed into the area in front of Tampa City Hall on International Women's Day.
There were a few dozen people packed into the area in front of Tampa City Hall on International Women's Day.
Tampa Bay Rowdies, TOPSoccer host inclusive event for young athletes with disabilities
It was an exciting day on the pitch as many young athletes got the chance to play soccer while traveling "around the world."
It was an exciting day on the pitch as many young athletes got the chance to play soccer while traveling "around the world."
Tampa-based Grey Bull Rescue brings 300 Americans home from Middle East
Grey Bull Rescue, a Tampa-based group founded by Bryan Stern, completed its 805th mission by evacuating about 300 Americans from the Middle East to Washington, D.C.
Grey Bull Rescue, a Tampa-based group founded by Bryan Stern, completed its 805th mission by evacuating about 300 Americans from the Middle East to Washington, D.C.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrap up 'She Is Football Weekend' promoting leadership for girls through sports
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrapped up their second annual "She Is Football Weekend," a multi-day initiative focused on empowering young girls through sports, leadership and community engagement.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrapped up their second annual "She Is Football Weekend," a multi-day initiative focused on empowering young girls through sports, leadership and community engagement.
Bay Area volunteers remove thousands of pounds of trash and invasive plants during cleanup events
Volunteers across the Bay Area spent Saturday picking up trash, removing invasive plants and helping restore local ecosystems as part of the nationwide "Greatest American Cleanup" campaign.
Volunteers across the Bay Area spent Saturday picking up trash, removing invasive plants and helping restore local ecosystems as part of the nationwide "Greatest American Cleanup" campaign.
University of Tampa students try to feed homeless with meal plan credits, school says it's against policy
Dozens of students at The University of Tampa joined together to try and feed the homeless using what they have. In this case, students were using leftover meal credits from the dining hall to take food to go help the hungry.
Dozens of students at The University of Tampa joined together to try and feed the homeless using what they have. In this case, students were using leftover meal credits from the dining hall to take food to go help the hungry.
Tampa car dealer sentenced to prison, accused of $372K car loan fraud scheme
A 27-year-old Tampa man is heading to federal prison after investigators say he used his position as a car dealer to submit fake loan applications and insurance claims.
A 27-year-old Tampa man is heading to federal prison after investigators say he used his position as a car dealer to submit fake loan applications and insurance claims.
Disney on Ice performers hosts skate clinic for young Bay Area skaters ahead of 'Mickey's Search Party'
Disney on Ice is set for performances at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa through March 8. Ahead of Friday's show, though, performers hosted a skating clinic with young Bay Area skaters.
Disney on Ice is set for performances at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa through March 8. Ahead of Friday's show, though, performers hosted a skating clinic with young Bay Area skaters.
'The Murders of Seminole Heights' documentary remembers victims of serial killer
The Seminole Heights community was held hostage by a serial killer on the loose for 51 days back in 2017. Now, that harrowing time is being remembered by a documentary called, "The Murders of Seminole Heights."
The Seminole Heights community was held hostage by a serial killer on the loose for 51 days back in 2017. Now, that harrowing time is being remembered by a documentary called, "The Murders of Seminole Heights."
Man charged with 1980 Tampa murder after decades-old evidence leads to arrest
More than four decades after a brutal Tampa killing, the man detectives say is responsible appeared in court.
More than four decades after a brutal Tampa killing, the man detectives say is responsible appeared in court.
Tampa Theatre closing Duncan Auditorium for 7-month $24.5M renovation ahead of 100th birthday
Following WineFest this Friday and Saturday (March 6–7), Tampa Theatre’s historic Duncan Auditorium will go dark for seven months to undergo extensive renovations.
Following WineFest this Friday and Saturday (March 6–7), Tampa Theatre’s historic Duncan Auditorium will go dark for seven months to undergo extensive renovations.



















