‘Violent extremist’ accused of plotting Bay Area mass shooting in name of Isis sentenced in Tampa

A man prosecutors describe as a terrorist and an extremist was formally sentenced in a federal courtroom in Tampa on Thursday for planning what prosecutors call a Pulse nightclub-style massacre in the Bay Area. 

Florida scientists working to help coral reefs adapt during heat wave

The ocean water off the Florida coast recently reached temperatures in the 90s in July, and that has some Tampa Bay marine experts concerned about extreme coral bleaching this summer.

Deadly drug cocktail causing Florida users to overdose despite overall decline in drug-related fatalities

Concerns over a deadly drug cocktail made up of xylazine and fentanyl have now reached the White House and in Florida, state officials say that mixture is accounting for a significant increase in overdose deaths.

Martinis for Moffitt, annual fundraiser to help fight cancer, returns to Tampa this weekend

One of the biggest fundraisers each year helping patients fight cancer returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday, July 15th.Martinis for Moffitt raises money for its various cancer programs and lifesaving treatments and research.

New waterfront meeting rooms in Tampa Convention Center

For the first time, we're getting a peek inside the conference rooms at the Tampa Convention Center. 

Florida Aquarium 3-night long deep cleaning project

The Florida Aquarium is getting ready for one of its biggest cleaning projects of the year.

DIY Room, new art studio, now open in Tampa

A new art studio allowing people to get their creative juices flowing is now open in Tampa.The DIY Room offers a variety of classes, from candle making to paint and sip, arts and crafts, and more.

ZooTampa and HCA Healthcare victims of cyberattacks

ZooTampa and HCA Healthcare each confirmed recent cybersecurity incidents on their systems.

Alessi Bakery fire under investigation

Nobody was injured after a long-time Tampa bakery caught fire Monday night, according to Tampa Fire Rescue. 

Bay area non-profit hosts special event to call for an end to gun violence

Saturday, Bay Area leaders, including Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and State Attorney Suzy Lopez, came together at Ragan Park for a special event hosted by the non-profit Rise Up For Peace to call for an end to gun violence.