DeSantis continues bucking mask mandates; Castor urges vaccination for eligible kids
Gov. DeSantis continues to threaten action against schools that go against 'parents' rights' when it comes to masks.
Gov. DeSantis continues to threaten action against schools that go against 'parents' rights' when it comes to masks.
Handmade drink smokers take craft cocktails to a higher level
A Tampa-based company's hardwood cocktail smokers transform everything from spirits to charcuterie boards into smoky, flavorful masterpieces.
A Tampa-based company's hardwood cocktail smokers transform everything from spirits to charcuterie boards into smoky, flavorful masterpieces.
Tampa police find suspected driver in Saturday's deadly hit-and-run crash
Tampa police said they found the man behind the wheel of a pickup truck who fled after crashing into a pedestrian over the weekend. The pedestrian later died.
Tampa police said they found the man behind the wheel of a pickup truck who fled after crashing into a pedestrian over the weekend. The pedestrian later died.
USF's full in-person return: All students asked to wear masks
After a year of online learning and campus closures, the University of South Florida is preparing for a full in-person return.
After a year of online learning and campus closures, the University of South Florida is preparing for a full in-person return.
How to tell the difference between common childhood illnesses and COVID-19
As children return to classrooms this month, pediatricians said the symptoms of a common cold, allergies, flu or COVID-19 often overlap, making testing for the coronavirus important for parents to consider if their child gets sick.
As children return to classrooms this month, pediatricians said the symptoms of a common cold, allergies, flu or COVID-19 often overlap, making testing for the coronavirus important for parents to consider if their child gets sick.
Global report shows humans are 'unequivocally' contributing to climate warming
A new United Nations report on climate change attributes rising temperatures and extreme weather events to human behavior, reaffirming much of what scientists have been predicting about global warming.
A new United Nations report on climate change attributes rising temperatures and extreme weather events to human behavior, reaffirming much of what scientists have been predicting about global warming.
Driver who crashed into Tampa Waffle House hit gas pedal instead of brakes, police say
The driver behind the wheel of the car that crashed into a Waffle House on Sunday was trying to park his vehicle, but ended up crashing into the side of the restaurant, police said Monday.
The driver behind the wheel of the car that crashed into a Waffle House on Sunday was trying to park his vehicle, but ended up crashing into the side of the restaurant, police said Monday.
Tampa police searching for pickup truck involved in deadly hit-and-run
Tampa police detectives are searching for a pickup truck involved in a hit-and-run that led to the death of a pedestrian.
Tampa police detectives are searching for a pickup truck involved in a hit-and-run that led to the death of a pedestrian.
Tampa boy had nightmare in middle of the night, but wasn't scared when real gator arrived at home
A Tampa mom was already wide-awake Sunday morning after her son woke up from a nightmare. Then, they heard scratching noises at the front door, but her son didn't seem to be frightened by the surprise visitor.
A Tampa mom was already wide-awake Sunday morning after her son woke up from a nightmare. Then, they heard scratching noises at the front door, but her son didn't seem to be frightened by the surprise visitor.
Scientists fear second red tide bloom may occur later this summer
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
5 injured, including 1 child, after truck crashes into Tampa Waffle House
Five people were injured Sunday afternoon after a pickup truck crashed into a Tampa Waffle House.
Five people were injured Sunday afternoon after a pickup truck crashed into a Tampa Waffle House.
Tampa teachers get help planning for upcoming school year from their four-legged friends
'Take your Dog to School Day' is an annual tradition at McFarlane Park Elementary School in Tampa that began last year.
'Take your Dog to School Day' is an annual tradition at McFarlane Park Elementary School in Tampa that began last year.
Florida reports 23,903 new COVID-19 cases, 93 deaths, 13,348 hospitalizations Saturday
On Saturday, the Centers for Disease Control says the state reported there were 23,903 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed as of Friday, August 6. The Florida Hospital Association reported that 13,348 patients were hospitalized as of Saturday.
On Saturday, the Centers for Disease Control says the state reported there were 23,903 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed as of Friday, August 6. The Florida Hospital Association reported that 13,348 patients were hospitalized as of Saturday.
Tampa officer sues Sig Sauer for alleged defect that caused misfire, injury
A Tampa Police Reserve Officer says his department-issued service weapon fired without pulling the trigger, seriously injuring him. The 30-year veteran of the force is now suing the company that manufactures the firearm.
A Tampa Police Reserve Officer says his department-issued service weapon fired without pulling the trigger, seriously injuring him. The 30-year veteran of the force is now suing the company that manufactures the firearm.
Stay in ICU for COVID patients can cost more than $100K, even with insurance, data shows
Getting COVID-19 could cost more than your health. Many patients are getting medical bills in the thousands or hundreds of thousands after lengthy stays in the hospital.
Getting COVID-19 could cost more than your health. Many patients are getting medical bills in the thousands or hundreds of thousands after lengthy stays in the hospital.
As Spirit Airlines cancels more flights, know your rights as a passenger
Lines of passengers anxious to get home continued to form at Tampa International Airport’s Spirit counter Friday. While getting a refund isn't easy, there are things travelers can try to get their money back.
Lines of passengers anxious to get home continued to form at Tampa International Airport’s Spirit counter Friday. While getting a refund isn't easy, there are things travelers can try to get their money back.
Tampa police search for suspect who stabbed teen to death
A teenager was stabbed to death early Friday morning in Tampa and now police are looking for the killer.
A teenager was stabbed to death early Friday morning in Tampa and now police are looking for the killer.
Florida reports 22,783 new COVID-19 cases, 199 deaths, 12,864 hospitalizations Friday
The state reported there were 22,783 cases of COVID-19 detected Thursday, August 5, and, as of Friday afternoon, 12,864 patients were hospitalized – both numbers marking record highs for the state since the beginning of the pandemic.
The state reported there were 22,783 cases of COVID-19 detected Thursday, August 5, and, as of Friday afternoon, 12,864 patients were hospitalized – both numbers marking record highs for the state since the beginning of the pandemic.
Ed Sheeran to headline NFL’s kickoff concert in Tampa next month
Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida next month before the Bucs face off against the Cowboys.
Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida next month before the Bucs face off against the Cowboys.
Monoclonal antibody treatments work against delta variant when taken in first week of symptoms: doctors
Monoclonal antibody treatments are available for Floridians who get COVID-19 and doctors say the treatment is effective against all the variants.
Monoclonal antibody treatments are available for Floridians who get COVID-19 and doctors say the treatment is effective against all the variants.