Tampa brush fire grows quickly, spreads to Copeland Park: TFR

Tampa Fire Rescue firefighters battled a quickly moving brush fire that spread to Copeland Park Friday evening. 

Gasworx development celebrates topping-off for Olivette

The tallest building in the latest phase in Ybor City's Gasworx development had its topping-out party on Friday afternoon.

Florida family warns of AI scam targeting owners of missing pets

A Florida family is sharing their story to warn other pet owners after scammers used Artificial Intelligence to orchestrate a scam involving their missing dog.

USF defensive tackle Major Dillard ready to prove doubters wrong

USF senior defensive tackle Major Dillard has a major obsession with playing in the trenches. "A lot of people don't like playing nose guard," Dillard said. "Personally, I love it."The 330-pound defensive lineman loves it because it requires that nose to the grindstone mentality.

Breakaway Tampa: Bigger lineup, better access, major impact

The bass is about to drop at Raymond James Stadium as Breakaway Music Festival returns to Tampa this weekend. But before the headliners take the stage, the festival is focusing on a different mission: making sure the city’s massive music scene is accessible to everyone.

Federal jury finds Live Nation conducted illegal monopoly, overcharged fans

Music fans, frustrated by skyrocketing concert prices, saw a significant victory in court this week, though experts warn that relief may still be a long way off.

Want $100K? Attorney John Morgan wants you to name his new Florida political party

John Morgan, a personal injury attorney and founder of Morgan and Morgan, wants to create a third political party and is offering $100K to the winner of a contest to name it.

Tampa police investigating deadly shooting in Live Oaks Square neighborhood

The Tampa Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting after a man was found with a gunshot wound inside a home in Tampa’s Live Oaks Square neighborhood Wednesday afternoon.

Construction hits full steam on West Riverwalk expansion

The West River BUILD Project is adding two miles of new riverwalk along the west side of the Hillsborough River, and as construction continues, Mayor Jane Castor highlighted the hard work that has gone into the project.

Man turns grief into a community-driven mission to fight canine cancer

Channeling grief into change, Danny Cevette runs to remember his beloved golden retriever Dax. He invites like-minded dog lovers and runners to join him as his "Distance for Dax" run raises money and awareness for canine cancer research.

Florida caregivers struggle amid disability services waitlist: 'No one should ever experience this'

Families of individuals with severe disabilities have a choice. They can send their loved ones to Medicaid-funded institutions or receive a waiver for tailored nursing and support services at home.

Tampa school librarian spots rare green iguana near campus: 'I just froze'

A Potter Elementary School librarian couldn’t believe his eyes Monday when he spotted a green iguana outside the campus, an uncommon sight in the Bay Area.