Tampa police boost safety measures in Ybor City for Illuminated Knight Parade
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
Ybor City cigar factory home set for major restoration after getting 'Historic Landmark' designation
A piece of Ybor City’s smoking history is getting a second life. The Nieto-Fuente House, a building that served as the original home of the Arturo Fuente Cigar Company, has been cleared for a massive restoration project that aims to bridge the gap between Ybor’s past and its modern future.
A piece of Ybor City’s smoking history is getting a second life. The Nieto-Fuente House, a building that served as the original home of the Arturo Fuente Cigar Company, has been cleared for a massive restoration project that aims to bridge the gap between Ybor’s past and its modern future.
Ybor City residents push for pedestrian safety changes months after deadly crash
Months after a deadly crash in Ybor City that killed four people and injured several others, Tampa leaders are weighing new safety measures aimed at protecting pedestrians.
Months after a deadly crash in Ybor City that killed four people and injured several others, Tampa leaders are weighing new safety measures aimed at protecting pedestrians.
Tampa police hosting community town hall for pedestrian safety in Ybor City
The Tampa Police Dept. is hosting a community town hall at Centro Asturiano de Tampa on Monday night.
The Tampa Police Dept. is hosting a community town hall at Centro Asturiano de Tampa on Monday night.
Ybor City restaurant hopes that butter and dynamite can reel in K-pop fans
Kpop Food entered the foodie fray of Ybor City riding the popularity of K-pop music. The small storefront is just enough to treat anyone wandering by to a generous helping of Korean cuisine with a side dish of K-pop tracks playing in the background.
Kpop Food entered the foodie fray of Ybor City riding the popularity of K-pop music. The small storefront is just enough to treat anyone wandering by to a generous helping of Korean cuisine with a side dish of K-pop tracks playing in the background.
United Way Suncoast launches '102 Days of Impact,' shifting focus from celebration to action
United Way Suncoast is marking its 102nd year by launching “102 Days of Impact," a months-long effort focused on volunteerism and community support.
United Way Suncoast is marking its 102nd year by launching “102 Days of Impact," a months-long effort focused on volunteerism and community support.
Daytime clubbing comes to Tampa: party early, sleep later
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Ybor City fills with fans for ReliaQuest Bowl Parade
Football fans flooded Ybor City on Tuesday night during the ReliaQuest Bowl parade, ahead of Wednesday's matchup between Iowa and No. 14 Vanderbilt.
Football fans flooded Ybor City on Tuesday night during the ReliaQuest Bowl parade, ahead of Wednesday's matchup between Iowa and No. 14 Vanderbilt.
New group hosting Pride festival in Ybor City after former event canceled
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all.
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all.
Father and son restoring Tampa Cigar Factory
The Robert F. Holsopple Company is restoring the old Perfecto-Garcia Cigar factory at 2808 N 16th St. in Ybor City.
The Robert F. Holsopple Company is restoring the old Perfecto-Garcia Cigar factory at 2808 N 16th St. in Ybor City.
Redevelopment proposal for 30 acres of property could soon reshape parts of East Ybor City
One of Tampa Bay’s largest developers has filed plans with the city to redevelop about 30 acres of property in East Ybor City into a large-scale, mixed-use district that blends business, residential, retail and hotel space.
One of Tampa Bay’s largest developers has filed plans with the city to redevelop about 30 acres of property in East Ybor City into a large-scale, mixed-use district that blends business, residential, retail and hotel space.
OXH Gallery in Hyde Park showcases artists outside of Tampa Bay
The OXH Gallery hopes to share different points of view by showcasing artists from outside the Tampa Bay area.
The OXH Gallery hopes to share different points of view by showcasing artists from outside the Tampa Bay area.
Ybor City crash: Multiple new charges filed against suspect after toxicology results
New charges have been filed against the man accused in the deadly Ybor City crash that killed four people and injured several others.
New charges have been filed against the man accused in the deadly Ybor City crash that killed four people and injured several others.
J.C. Newman Cigar Company restoring Ybor City's historic Sanchez y Haya hotel building
The J.C. Newman Cigar Company cut the ribbon on the final stage of restoration for the historic Sanchez y Haya building.
The J.C. Newman Cigar Company cut the ribbon on the final stage of restoration for the historic Sanchez y Haya building.
Vigil for DJ killed in road rage shooting draws family and friends in Ybor City
Dedrick Sykes' family and friends gathered at 22nd Street and 5th Avenue to honor his life in the spot where his life was cut short in a road rage shooting.
Dedrick Sykes' family and friends gathered at 22nd Street and 5th Avenue to honor his life in the spot where his life was cut short in a road rage shooting.
Man accused of shooting and killing well-known Tampa DJ makes first court appearance
The man accused of shooting and killing a well-known DJ in Tampa appeared before a judge via video conference on Friday.
The man accused of shooting and killing a well-known DJ in Tampa appeared before a judge via video conference on Friday.
Ybor City shows resiliency after two tragic weekends with tree lighting
Ybor City held its 15th annual tree lighting in Centro Ybor on Thursday night. This celebration came in the face of two back-to-back tragedies.
Ybor City held its 15th annual tree lighting in Centro Ybor on Thursday night. This celebration came in the face of two back-to-back tragedies.
Florida Orchestra to perform in newly revitalized Centro Asturiano de Tampa venue in Ybor City
Music is returning to Centro Asturiano de Tampa at East Palm Avenue and North Nebraska Avenue in Ybor City Saturday night.
Music is returning to Centro Asturiano de Tampa at East Palm Avenue and North Nebraska Avenue in Ybor City Saturday night.
DJ shot, killed in Ybor City road rage incident remembered by friends and family
A widely known DJ was shot and killed during a road rage shooting in Ybor City on Friday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A widely known DJ was shot and killed during a road rage shooting in Ybor City on Friday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.



















