‘It’s OK to not be OK’: During pandemic, more seek help with mental health
Life has changed over the past year. We've masked up and practiced social distancing. Many of us worked from home, separated ourselves from loved ones, missed out on big events and experienced difficult losses. It's taken a big toll mentally and emotionally.
Life has changed over the past year. We've masked up and practiced social distancing. Many of us worked from home, separated ourselves from loved ones, missed out on big events and experienced difficult losses. It's taken a big toll mentally and emotionally.
3,231 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 31 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,231 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,69,806.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,231 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,69,806.
Thousands of USF graduates come together for in-person commencement
Nearly 3,000 graduates from the University of South Florida came together for the 123rd commencement.
Nearly 3,000 graduates from the University of South Florida came together for the 123rd commencement.
Will we need booster shots?
The CDC says it is preparing for the possibility that booster shots will be needed later this year.
The CDC says it is preparing for the possibility that booster shots will be needed later this year.
3,977 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 65 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,977 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,266,575.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,977 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,266,575.
Cruise lines threaten to leave Florida over vaccine passport ban
Fallout continues from Governor Ron DeSantis’ on vaccine passports with Norwegian Cruise Lines’ CEO threatening to leave the state if the company can’t do vaccination checks.
Fallout continues from Governor Ron DeSantis’ on vaccine passports with Norwegian Cruise Lines’ CEO threatening to leave the state if the company can’t do vaccination checks.
Shot for a shot: Tampa gives $5 vouchers for Ybor City bars to anyone getting J&J vaccine
The city of Tampa is turning its focus on getting young people vaccinated against COVID-19 by bringing shots to them in places they're likely to already be – like Ybor City on a Friday night.
The city of Tampa is turning its focus on getting young people vaccinated against COVID-19 by bringing shots to them in places they're likely to already be – like Ybor City on a Friday night.
Big Cat Rescue's Carole Baskin announces Big Cat Coin 'crypto-purrency' for online tipping
You’ve likely heard of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and this week there’s been a lot of hype around Dogecoin. But how about Catcoin? Carole Baskin, CEO of Big Cat Rescue, is starting her own cryptocurrency.
You’ve likely heard of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and this week there’s been a lot of hype around Dogecoin. But how about Catcoin? Carole Baskin, CEO of Big Cat Rescue, is starting her own cryptocurrency.
'Monster' faced by his victim in court, sentenced to life in prison
Kevin McGruder was convicted in February for the kidnapping and attempted murder of a woman who was giving him a ride to a doctor's appointment. Before his sentencing, she told the court she was lucky to have survived her encounter with "a monster."
Kevin McGruder was convicted in February for the kidnapping and attempted murder of a woman who was giving him a ride to a doctor's appointment. Before his sentencing, she told the court she was lucky to have survived her encounter with "a monster."
Volunteers urge Tampa residents to get vaccines -- and prepare for hurricanes
Volunteers went door-to-door Friday making residents in Tampa's Palmetto Beach community aware of two things: disaster preparedness and COVID preparedness.
Volunteers went door-to-door Friday making residents in Tampa's Palmetto Beach community aware of two things: disaster preparedness and COVID preparedness.
Daughter of Cuban immigrant launches bouquet business that’s blooming all over town
Mother’s Day is just days away and Linda Quinn is banking on people having trouble finding the perfect gift. She says she was inspired by her own mother's work ethic.
Mother’s Day is just days away and Linda Quinn is banking on people having trouble finding the perfect gift. She says she was inspired by her own mother's work ethic.
Tampa targeting Gen-Z with mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Ybor City
City officials in Tampa are hoping to get more young adults vaccinated with a new campaign.
City officials in Tampa are hoping to get more young adults vaccinated with a new campaign.
Nurse reflects on changes after a year of coronavirus
At AdventHealth, the best sign isn't who's still in the intensive care unit on Fletcher Avenue, but who isn't. When COVID-19 first hit Tampa Bay, their COVID ICU filled to more than 50 people. Today, there are only three.
At AdventHealth, the best sign isn't who's still in the intensive care unit on Fletcher Avenue, but who isn't. When COVID-19 first hit Tampa Bay, their COVID ICU filled to more than 50 people. Today, there are only three.
Performances are returning to Straz's Morsani Hall
Next Generation Ballet is performing “Swan Lake” on the stage of Morsani Hall at the Straz Center this weekend. Performers haven’t hit that stage since March 13, 2020, because of the pandemic.
Next Generation Ballet is performing “Swan Lake” on the stage of Morsani Hall at the Straz Center this weekend. Performers haven’t hit that stage since March 13, 2020, because of the pandemic.
Business owners encourage kindness as mask-related aggression increases
With private businesses now having the choice of whether to ask patrons to wear masks, a Bay Area small business owner said she had to put out a special sign to ask customers to treat employees with respect when they enforce the store’s policies.
With private businesses now having the choice of whether to ask patrons to wear masks, a Bay Area small business owner said she had to put out a special sign to ask customers to treat employees with respect when they enforce the store’s policies.
Driver, accused of fatal DUI crash after Gasparilla, fights translator testimony
The last time Tampa celebrated Gasparilla, hundreds soaked up the invasion of beads and booze, including Alexander Jacobson. His day would end in a car crash that killed two people.
The last time Tampa celebrated Gasparilla, hundreds soaked up the invasion of beads and booze, including Alexander Jacobson. His day would end in a car crash that killed two people.
Baby bongo born at ZooTampa helps sustain critically endangered species
ZooTampa welcomed a baby Eastern bongo female at 2:30 a.m. on May 1.
ZooTampa welcomed a baby Eastern bongo female at 2:30 a.m. on May 1.
Tampa PD: 60-year-old man had 100 child porn images on computers
Police said they found 100 images of child porn, displaying nude children between the ages of 2 and 15.
Police said they found 100 images of child porn, displaying nude children between the ages of 2 and 15.
Talented Tampa teen lands record deal – and it all started with a TikTok video
A Tampa teen is lighting up the internet with her voice.
A Tampa teen is lighting up the internet with her voice.
Restaurant Revitalization Fund to help 100,000 businesses keep doors open
Relief is on the way for 100,000 small businesses across the country with the launch of the Biden Administration's Restaurant Revitalization Fund.
Relief is on the way for 100,000 small businesses across the country with the launch of the Biden Administration's Restaurant Revitalization Fund.