Swimmers honor fallen Navy SEALs and their families at annual Tampa Bay Frogman Swim
One hundred fifty swimmers took a dip into the cold waters of Gandy Beach, swimming three miles in honor of fallen Navy SEALs and Gold Star families.
One hundred fifty swimmers took a dip into the cold waters of Gandy Beach, swimming three miles in honor of fallen Navy SEALs and Gold Star families.
Florida RV SuperShow rolls into Tampa for 41st year
The Florida RV SuperShow is a five-day event showcasing and displaying different RVs, accessories and having special guests speak during different times of the week.
The Florida RV SuperShow is a five-day event showcasing and displaying different RVs, accessories and having special guests speak during different times of the week.
Tampa's Riveters restaurant is a tribute to WWII with fresh foods and craft beers
It’s a cross between a museum and a restaurant, and it bears the name of a World War II icon as a nod to the history of America’s Greatest Generation.
It’s a cross between a museum and a restaurant, and it bears the name of a World War II icon as a nod to the history of America’s Greatest Generation.
Future of historic Mirasol apartments in limbo after Tampa City Council votes down hotel rezoning
A day after Tampa City Council denied a plan to convert The Mirasol into a boutique hotel, attention has turned to what comes next for the historic Davis Islands property.
A day after Tampa City Council denied a plan to convert The Mirasol into a boutique hotel, attention has turned to what comes next for the historic Davis Islands property.
Children’s Gasparilla Parade: Ye Mystic Krewe members sharing traditions with their own young pirates
One week before the Children’s Gasparilla Parade, members of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) reflected on their own memories of the longstanding tradition they used to attend as youngsters.
One week before the Children’s Gasparilla Parade, members of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) reflected on their own memories of the longstanding tradition they used to attend as youngsters.
Tampa police ramp up security ahead of MLK Day, Gasparilla Parades
Tampa police say they are entering one of their busiest times of the year as they prepare to secure a series of major parades beginning this weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade.
Tampa police say they are entering one of their busiest times of the year as they prepare to secure a series of major parades beginning this weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade.
Will the Rays include HCC? School urging team to incorporate college in stadium development plans
Next week, Hillsborough Community College's Board of Trustees will vote on whether to give up land to the Tampa Bay Rays in order to develop a commercial district and new stadium.
Next week, Hillsborough Community College's Board of Trustees will vote on whether to give up land to the Tampa Bay Rays in order to develop a commercial district and new stadium.
Capybara fans meet residents of future habitat CapyCove
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
Vehicle fire shuts down I-75 southbound for several hours: FHP
I-75 southbound was completely closed on Thursday night into Friday morning after a commercial vehicle caught fire near milepost 244, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
I-75 southbound was completely closed on Thursday night into Friday morning after a commercial vehicle caught fire near milepost 244, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Tampa man arrested in 2022 deadly apartment shooting: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Tuesday in connection with a 2022 shooting that left a man dead at an apartment complex in Tampa.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Tuesday in connection with a 2022 shooting that left a man dead at an apartment complex in Tampa.
What’s next for the Rays? Ownership group member sheds light on plans to make Tampa Bay a baseball haven
What does the future hold for the Tampa Bay Rays? For the first time since buying the team, a member of the team's new ownership group spoke about their plans to make the Tampa Bay area a baseball haven.
What does the future hold for the Tampa Bay Rays? For the first time since buying the team, a member of the team's new ownership group spoke about their plans to make the Tampa Bay area a baseball haven.
Schools of Hope: What Gov. DeSantis says about controversial law expanding rights of charter schools
Governor Ron DeSantis is weighing in on growing concerns over a new law that expands the rights of Schools of Hope charter schools, as district leaders across Florida warn the policy could strain public school resources.
Governor Ron DeSantis is weighing in on growing concerns over a new law that expands the rights of Schools of Hope charter schools, as district leaders across Florida warn the policy could strain public school resources.
ZooTampa prepares animals for cold snap with heat lamps and warm shelters
Whether it’s animals at the zoo or plants in the yard, Tampa Bay residents spent Thursday preparing for colder temperatures.
Whether it’s animals at the zoo or plants in the yard, Tampa Bay residents spent Thursday preparing for colder temperatures.
Friends of woman killed, buried in Carrollwood backyard relieved by sister’s guilty verdict
The Hillsborough County woman found guilty of killing her sister in 2021 and burying her in the backyard of her Carrollwood home now faces 25 years to life in prison.
The Hillsborough County woman found guilty of killing her sister in 2021 and burying her in the backyard of her Carrollwood home now faces 25 years to life in prison.
Snow in Florida? Here are the odds it’ll happen 2 years in a row
Snow is not something we’re used to seeing in Florida, but it happened in 2025 and it could happen again this weekend.
Snow is not something we’re used to seeing in Florida, but it happened in 2025 and it could happen again this weekend.
Pat Maroon, former Lightning forward, named grand marshal of Gasparilla Pirate Fest
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon will serve as grand marshal of the Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest, organizers announced Thursday.
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon will serve as grand marshal of the Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest, organizers announced Thursday.
USF approves tuition increase for out-of-state students
USF’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday to approve a 15% increase in non-resident tuition and fees, following authorization from the Florida Board of Governors. The increase takes effect in fall 2026 and applies to out-of-state and international students.
USF’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday to approve a 15% increase in non-resident tuition and fees, following authorization from the Florida Board of Governors. The increase takes effect in fall 2026 and applies to out-of-state and international students.
What really is Florida cold? We asked people in Tampa
Living in Florida, you might have heard the phrase "Florida cold is different" and many people here in Tampa agree.
Living in Florida, you might have heard the phrase "Florida cold is different" and many people here in Tampa agree.
Gary Sinise bringing band to Tampa for Red Star Foundation’s inaugural gala to support veterans in crisis
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.
Air Force veteran left in constant pain after lung cancer diagnosis gets life back through trial at Moffitt
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.