Russia-Ukraine conflict: What led to invasion?

The world’s eyes are on Ukraine as Russian forces continue their assault on Ukrainian land as Russian president Vladimir Putin angles for control.

Florida gas prices may go up as Russian conflict with Ukraine plays out

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is sending shock and concern across the globe. The first direct impact most Americans might feel will be at the gas pump. 

Globs of grease, baby wipes form 'fatburg,' cause sewage spills in Tampa

So-called fatburgs are causing major sewage backups in parts of Tampa. Officials are warning residents not to pour grease down drains, and not to flush any type of wipes -- even the "flushable" ones -- to prevent more wastewater spills from happening.

Tampa-based group of military veterans says it's helping Americans evacuate Ukraine

Project Dynamo is a non-profit organization in Tampa made up of volunteers, many of them current and former military members, who are trying to evacuate two dozen Americans from Ukraine.

SunTrust customers take to social media after being locked out of accounts following Truist merger

Thousands of SunTrust Bank customers reported having trouble using their new debit cards Wednesday, days after SunTrust Bank merged with Truist Bank to create the nation's 10th largest bank.

Tampa police arrest murder suspect

Tampa police arrested Richard Anthony Griffin Jr., 22, on second-degree murder charges Wednesday. 

Two sets of twins born on 2-22-22 at Tampa General Hospital

“Sometimes the stars align to make magic happen. Yesterday was one of those days!” the hospital wrote. “This once-in-a-lifetime miracle won’t be possible for another 200 years, but we’ll be here waiting when it does!"

Voice of Tampa Bay Lightning Radio roams TGH with therapy dog to give all a break from reality

Dave Mishkin is the voice of the Tampa Bay Lightning Radio, but when he’s not behind the mic, the surprisingly soft-spoken broadcaster spends his time at Tampa General Hospital with his therapy dog, Stella.

Tampa judge grants 2 military members exemption from vaccine mandate on religious grounds

A federal judge in Tampa has ruled that 2 military members will be allowed to remain on active duty, granting them exemptions based on religious beliefs from the Biden Administration's mandate to get a COVID-19 vaccine. 

The history of Cuban coffee: Cigar rollers on strike demanded café con leche upon return to work

Cuban people and cigar production came to Ybor City in the 1880s and good coffee came with them. It became so popular, when cigar rollers went on strike, they demanded to be allowed to drink café con leche at their desks.

Many hospitals' COVID policies still restrict visitors under 18, leaving kids unable to visit parents

A single mother who was hurt in a motorcycle crash says she is desperate to see her kids, but because of their age, COVID-19 restrictions at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa prevent them from being at her bedside.

2-22-22 isn't a holiday, but folks doubled-down on 'Twos Day' anyway

Social media feeds were flooded and ‘dad jokes’ were plentiful Tuesday as pun-lovers celebrated February 22, 2022, AKA 2-22-22, AKA Twos Day. 

Tampa police: Murder victim found inside vehicle

Tampa police are investigating a murder after finding a body early Tuesday morning.

Fight to save part of Woodlawn Cemetery goes before Tampa leaders

At a time when forensic researchers are working to uncover dozens of lost cemeteries and graves in the Tampa Bay area, one local cemetery owner is asking city leaders to rezone a portion of their cemetery in order to pave the way for homes for the living. 

Assisted stretching studio ‘StretchLab’ opening in South Tampa

A new fitness studio dedicated to helping people improve their mobility, posture and flexibility is coming to South Tampa.