Health advisory issued for Ben T. Davis and Davis Island Beaches, high bacteria levels

Swimming is not recommended at Ben T. Davis and Davis Island beaches due to high bacteria levels, according to The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County.

Students deal with mental health issues during back-to-school season

School is back in session and along with the stress of getting back into the swing of going to classes, some students are also dealing with anxiety and other mental health issues. 

Bees helping replenish the mangrove population in Tampa Bay

Since the 1900s, Tampa Bay has lost about half of its mangrove trees due to development, climate change, and water pollution. And that's not good for the health of the bay.

Floridians may see more homeowners insurance options in coming months

Florida’s property insurance crisis is taking a few steps in the right direction as five new companies will take over hundreds of thousands of policies from Citizens Insurance.

Murder trial against uncle of Tampa teen killed at Super Bowl party continues

The jury in the Jose Ortiz murder trial got to hear dramatic testimony involving the death of his 14-year-old nephew. Ortiz is charged with his murder. 

Baker's Bucs ready for the real games to begin

Baker Mayfield and the Bucs' new offensive coordinator, Dave Canales, have worked side by side, building the foundation for the Bucs offense for the last five months. 

Flesh-eating bacteria may be in Hurricane Idalia flood waters

One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.

Number of unvaccinated kindergartners rises in Florida, parental anxiety over vaccines

The number of unvaccinated kindergartners in Florida is on the rise, as experts wonder if COVID-19 vaccine concerns have impacted parents' decisions regarding other vaccinations.

Feeding Tampa Bay taking part in Meal Pack for 9/11 Day

As the anniversary of the September 11th attack approaches, tens of thousands of people across the country will volunteer their time to help their communities in events marking the 9/11 Day of Service.

Tampa City Council shoots down proposed 16 percent property tax hike following marathon meeting

Tampa homeowners will not face a tax increase next year after a marathon meeting Tuesday night ended with the city council striking down Mayor Jane Castor’s tax hike proposal. 

Hillsborough County ramps up mosquito control efforts

Hurricane Idalia brought rain, storm surge and major flooding to the Tampa Bay area, so crews with Hillsborough County Mosquito Management Services have been busy.

City of Tampa to hold public hearing on mayor's proposed budget

Tampa City Councilors could be in for a long night with a second budget hearing ahead on what has proved to be a controversial $1.9 billion budget.