Jose Gasparilla ship to embark on 70th invasion of Tampa Bay; ‘Dorothy’ the tugboat makes final voyage
As the Jose Gasparilla prepares for its 70th Gasparilla Invasion, the famous ship has to undergo a refresh to prepare for the big day.
As the Jose Gasparilla prepares for its 70th Gasparilla Invasion, the famous ship has to undergo a refresh to prepare for the big day.
Tampa road resurfacing projects see major progress across multiple neighborhoods
Tampa drivers are noticing smoother commutes as city officials report major progress in road resurfacing projects across multiple neighborhoods.
Tampa drivers are noticing smoother commutes as city officials report major progress in road resurfacing projects across multiple neighborhoods.
Gasparilla 2026: Inside Tampa PD’s Real-Time Crime Center helping keep crowds safe
Officials from more than 30 different agencies will work together in the Tampa Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) to monitor crowds this Gasparilla season.
Officials from more than 30 different agencies will work together in the Tampa Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) to monitor crowds this Gasparilla season.
Teen killed in Tampa shooting, no arrests made: TPD
A 16-year-old female is dead after a shooting in Tampa early on Thursday morning, according to police.
A 16-year-old female is dead after a shooting in Tampa early on Thursday morning, according to police.
Little pirates, big history: The evolution of the Children’s Gasparilla Parade
The modern idea that the Children’s Gasparilla Parade started in 1947 is a neat bit of marketing — but it skips earlier history.
The modern idea that the Children’s Gasparilla Parade started in 1947 is a neat bit of marketing — but it skips earlier history.
Video: Convicted felon arrested with guns, drugs and stolen cards at Tampa Tesla charging station
A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.
A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.
Tampa house fire leaves cat dead, 5 other pets rescued: HCFR
A cat passed away, and five other pets were rescued from a home that caught fire in Tampa Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
A cat passed away, and five other pets were rescued from a home that caught fire in Tampa Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Port Tampa Bay held first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students
Port Tampa Bay held its first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students on Wednesday.
Port Tampa Bay held its first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students on Wednesday.
Tampa Bay Lightning to stay at Benchmark Arena through 2043
The Tampa Bay Lightning are staying in Tampa for the long haul after Hillsborough County commissioners signed off on a new lease extension agreement.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are staying in Tampa for the long haul after Hillsborough County commissioners signed off on a new lease extension agreement.
Fire spreads between homes in Tampa neighborhood: HCFR
Firefighters battled flames that spread across two homes in a Tampa neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters battled flames that spread across two homes in a Tampa neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
National Passenger Safety Week aims to have drivers and passengers speak up for safety
It is National Passenger Safety Week, and it reminds us that road safety doesn’t start and end with the driver.
It is National Passenger Safety Week, and it reminds us that road safety doesn’t start and end with the driver.
Rays, Hillsborough College enter ‘Memo of Understanding’ to start developing stadium, campus plans
The Tampa Bay Rays are a step closer to building a new stadium on the Tampa side of the bay. There was a vote at Hillsborough College (HC) on Tuesday that is the first step in that direction.
The Tampa Bay Rays are a step closer to building a new stadium on the Tampa side of the bay. There was a vote at Hillsborough College (HC) on Tuesday that is the first step in that direction.
'Free America Walkout' draws protesters across Tampa Bay area
Protesters across the Tampa Bay area stepped away from work, school and stores on Tuesday as part of the nationwide "Free America Walkout," marking one year since the start of President Donald Trump's second term.
Protesters across the Tampa Bay area stepped away from work, school and stores on Tuesday as part of the nationwide "Free America Walkout," marking one year since the start of President Donald Trump's second term.
Tampa-based developer proposes island destination to complement Manatee County cruise port plan
A second development proposal is emerging alongside plans for a potential cruise port in Manatee County.
A second development proposal is emerging alongside plans for a potential cruise port in Manatee County.
Law enforcement to protect Tampa by land, air and sea as pirates pillage and plunder during Gasparilla
Local, state, and federal agencies are preparing for Gasparilla season, which officially starts this weekend with the Children’s Gasparilla Parade.
Local, state, and federal agencies are preparing for Gasparilla season, which officially starts this weekend with the Children’s Gasparilla Parade.
Raymond James Stadium gears up for NHL Stadium Series matchup
The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up to host the Boston Bruins for an outdoor game at Raymond James Stadium on February 1. It will be the first game in NHL history to be played in an outdoor football stadium in Florida.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up to host the Boston Bruins for an outdoor game at Raymond James Stadium on February 1. It will be the first game in NHL history to be played in an outdoor football stadium in Florida.
Indiana, Miami fans pack Tampa Bay watch parties for national championship game
The Indiana Hoosiers are champions for the first time in program history, defeating Miami 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium.
The Indiana Hoosiers are champions for the first time in program history, defeating Miami 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium.
Tow truck driver accused of stealing car after crash on I-275: FHP
A tow truck driver is facing charges after troopers say he stole a vehicle that had been involved in a crash on I-275 in Tampa on Sunday night.
A tow truck driver is facing charges after troopers say he stole a vehicle that had been involved in a crash on I-275 in Tampa on Sunday night.
Duffy’s gearing up for the CFP National Championship watch party
The stage is finally set for the college football playoff national championship: the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes ready to face off at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
The stage is finally set for the college football playoff national championship: the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes ready to face off at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Tampa Bay communities gather for major MLK Day parades
Communities across the Tampa Bay area are coming together today to honor the life, work, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with two of the region’s largest MLK Day parades taking place in Tampa and St. Petersburg.
Communities across the Tampa Bay area are coming together today to honor the life, work, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with two of the region’s largest MLK Day parades taking place in Tampa and St. Petersburg.