Escambia County kidnapping video: Expert explains girl's life-saving reaction
Watching the Escambia County kidnapping attempt, Anthony Kuntz catches some details that may be valuable to all parents. Though seemingly minor things, the South Tampa martial arts instructor says it’s likely what saved the 11-year-old’s life.
Watching the Escambia County kidnapping attempt, Anthony Kuntz catches some details that may be valuable to all parents. Though seemingly minor things, the South Tampa martial arts instructor says it’s likely what saved the 11-year-old’s life.
City of Tampa, Florida Aquarium giving out free tickets to those who get COVID-19 vaccinations Wednesday
The City of Tampa and the Florida Aquarium are partnering up to give out free tickets to those who get a COVID-19 vaccine during a four-hour event on Wednesday.
The City of Tampa and the Florida Aquarium are partnering up to give out free tickets to those who get a COVID-19 vaccine during a four-hour event on Wednesday.
South Tampa staple Kojak's closing to make way for apartment complex
Chris Forney started helping in his BBQ restaurant when he was 12. As the woods got smaller and the city closed in, developers came calling. Now they've made Forney an offer he can't refuse.
Chris Forney started helping in his BBQ restaurant when he was 12. As the woods got smaller and the city closed in, developers came calling. Now they've made Forney an offer he can't refuse.
Big Mike, beloved fixture in Bay Area nightlife, dies after battle with COVID-19
For the last 30 years, Michael Lewis has been a staple in the local live music scene, running the front door and security at concert venues in Tampa and St. Petersburg. The 58-year-old developed severe pneumonia after being diagnosed with COVID-19, and within a matter of days, he passed away.
For the last 30 years, Michael Lewis has been a staple in the local live music scene, running the front door and security at concert venues in Tampa and St. Petersburg. The 58-year-old developed severe pneumonia after being diagnosed with COVID-19, and within a matter of days, he passed away.
Tampa doctor's collection of rare baseball cards could break auction records
Outside of his day job as a neurologist in Tampa, Dr. Thomas Newman had a secret passion. He was a baseball card collector, owning some of the rarest cards on Earth. Soon, new collectors will be able to share in it as well -- for a price.
Outside of his day job as a neurologist in Tampa, Dr. Thomas Newman had a secret passion. He was a baseball card collector, owning some of the rarest cards on Earth. Soon, new collectors will be able to share in it as well -- for a price.
Tampa woman, accused of drowning daughter, plans insanity defense
Investigators say Shakayla Denson dragged her 4-year-old daughter into the river in 2018 and let her drown. She was initially sent to state hospital for treatment but doctors have since found her competent to stand trial.
Investigators say Shakayla Denson dragged her 4-year-old daughter into the river in 2018 and let her drown. She was initially sent to state hospital for treatment but doctors have since found her competent to stand trial.
Pandemic packs even more cars onto Tampa's crowded roads
Traffic data shows 40 of the 100 largest metropolitan areas are more congested on weekday afternoons than they were before the pandemic and Tampa is near the top of the list, where vehicle trips are 105 percent of pre-pandemic levels.
Traffic data shows 40 of the 100 largest metropolitan areas are more congested on weekday afternoons than they were before the pandemic and Tampa is near the top of the list, where vehicle trips are 105 percent of pre-pandemic levels.
Darius Rucker to headline Tampa Pig Jig this October
Three-time Grammy award winner Darius Rucker is headed for the Bay Area this October. The Tampa Pig Jig just announced he’ll be the headliner for this year's event.
Three-time Grammy award winner Darius Rucker is headed for the Bay Area this October. The Tampa Pig Jig just announced he’ll be the headliner for this year's event.
2,482 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 19 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,482 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,292,004.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,482 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,292,004.
84-year-old woman hit, killed while running across I-275, troopers say
An 84-year-old woman was killed Saturday night after being hit by an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An 84-year-old woman was killed Saturday night after being hit by an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Iconic work of artist Jasper Johns on display in Tampa
The largest exhibit of Jasper Johns artwork in Florida is on display at the Tampa Museum of Art until September 5.
The largest exhibit of Jasper Johns artwork in Florida is on display at the Tampa Museum of Art until September 5.
Relaxed mask guidelines met with mixed emotions
Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidelines on masks, saying fully vaccinated people can safely be indoors and in crowds without a face covering, many people have reacted with mixed emotions.
Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidelines on masks, saying fully vaccinated people can safely be indoors and in crowds without a face covering, many people have reacted with mixed emotions.
Businesses rely on honor system as vaccinated individuals ditch their masks
Since the CDC’s major update on Thursday, stating that vaccinated individuals no longer needed to mask up in most indoor settings, things have started to change.
Since the CDC’s major update on Thursday, stating that vaccinated individuals no longer needed to mask up in most indoor settings, things have started to change.
3,319 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 56 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,319 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,289,522.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,319 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,289,522.
Busch Gardens, Adventure Island not requiring masks for fully vaccinated guests
Busch Gardens and Adventure Island will no longer require guests to wear a face-covering while inside the theme parks if they are fully vaccinated. Employees, however, are still required to wear a mask.
Busch Gardens and Adventure Island will no longer require guests to wear a face-covering while inside the theme parks if they are fully vaccinated. Employees, however, are still required to wear a mask.
Herd immunity is on the horizon but how we reach it is up to those not yet vaccinated
The CDC’s new mask guidance for vaccinated people may give people without the shot the wrong sign to take off their masks too, so scientists shared what the guidance means for reaching herd immunity.
The CDC’s new mask guidance for vaccinated people may give people without the shot the wrong sign to take off their masks too, so scientists shared what the guidance means for reaching herd immunity.
Paddlers take to the water for 24 hours to raise money for families impacted by cancer
A relay-style paddle will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday on the Hillsborough River to raise money for families fighting cancer.
A relay-style paddle will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday on the Hillsborough River to raise money for families fighting cancer.
Publix makes masks optional for fully vaccinated individuals
On Friday, Publix announced that fully vaccinated associated or customers will not be required to wear a face-covering inside its stores beginning May 15, unless required by state or local ordinance.
On Friday, Publix announced that fully vaccinated associated or customers will not be required to wear a face-covering inside its stores beginning May 15, unless required by state or local ordinance.
Son of NICU nurse walks to raise money for the March of Dimes
Bill Kenna has been volunteering with the March of Dimes for 15 years and he hopes many people will participate in a virtual fundraising walk on May 15.
Bill Kenna has been volunteering with the March of Dimes for 15 years and he hopes many people will participate in a virtual fundraising walk on May 15.
Tampa police looking for witnesses after 9-year-old wounded by crossfire
It happened just after 8 p.m. near the intersection of East 30th Ave. North 54th St. According to investigators, a fight broke out between two groups in the Grant Park area and members of both groups started shooting at each other.
It happened just after 8 p.m. near the intersection of East 30th Ave. North 54th St. According to investigators, a fight broke out between two groups in the Grant Park area and members of both groups started shooting at each other.