Tampa hosts lessons for 'World's Largest Swimming Lesson'

On Thursday, Tampa will take part in the 15th annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson by hosting lessons at four of its public pools.

Inflation pushing Tampa Bay area seniors to seek more help

Most of us are feeling the impact of inflation, but Tampa Bay’s Metropolitan Ministries said it’s having a huge impact on Florida seniors, many of whom are now coming to them for help. 

Young baseball players learning from the National Champion University of Tampa Spartans

These are the University of Tampa's Spartan boys of summer: the next generation of baseball players that hit the field hoping to learn what it takes to play the game at a championship level.

Port Tampa Bay advances plans to build 4th cruise terminal

Port Tampa Bay commissioners approved a half-million dollar contract on Tuesday with an engineering firm to begin the design process for a fourth cruise terminal.

‘Central Ave Live’ educates children on Tampa’s music history

It was a celebration in downtown Tampa on Tuesday, honoring the city’s music history. Musicians at ‘Central Ave Live’ performed songs from artists who were a big part of Central Avenue’s musical heyday. It was also an opportunity to introduce kids to this special music. 

Tampa Police Department gives grants to non-profits with money seized from crimes

Have you ever wondered what happens to the money seized by investigators in crimes? It can add up to tens of thousands of dollars for police departments every year, and the Tampa Police Department is turning the cash into grants for non-profits.

Dirt bike driver in critical condition after Tampa crash on MacDill Avenue

The driver of a dirt bike is in critical condition after a Tampa crash on North MacDill Avenue and West Green Street Monday evening, according to officers. 

City of Tampa to establish its first Black History Museum at historic church

On Monday, the Tampa Bay History Center and the Tampa Housing Authority formally announced that a new Black History Museum will be housed at the historic St.

Tampa Tunes places pianos around Ybor City to spark interest in music

Chickens aren't the only sound you'll hear if you drive through Ybor City these days. You might be treated to an impromptu outdoor concert on one of the pianos along 7th Avenue.

Juneteenth celebrations held in Bay Area this weekend

June 19th is Juneteenth but over the weekend, several Bay Area events took place to commemorate the holiday early. 

Tampa Bay Area rainfall records broken this week

Much needed rain moved through Florida this week and set a trio of new daily rainfall records on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

USF planning to transform The Claw into 'vibrant mixed-use district'

When describing the transformation of the old golf course and surrounding area, leaders at the University of South Florida cited recent development projects in Tampa as examples.

Students learn how to hit a baseball courtesy of the Rays

Around 40 middle school students at Academy Prep Center of Tampa received a unique lesson in science thanks to the Tampa Bay Rays. The subject of the lesson was simple: how to hit a baseball.