Tampa pediatrician to FDA advisory board: More data needed on vaccination and pregnancy
There is very limited data about the safety of getting a COVID-19 vaccine as it relates to being pregnant. A Bay Area physician says drug makers and the federal government should be more transparent about the lack of data so expectant mothers can make informed decisions before getting the shot.
There is very limited data about the safety of getting a COVID-19 vaccine as it relates to being pregnant. A Bay Area physician says drug makers and the federal government should be more transparent about the lack of data so expectant mothers can make informed decisions before getting the shot.
Where to drop off unused prescriptions on National Drug Take Back Day
National Drug Takeback Day is taking place on Saturday, April 24 in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being lost, misused or stolen.
National Drug Takeback Day is taking place on Saturday, April 24 in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being lost, misused or stolen.
Police arrest man accused of shooting, killing 1 at Rodeway Inn
Kyle Robinson Bradshaw, 21, faces first-degree murder charges after police say he allegedly shot and killed someone at the Rodeway Inn on April 19.
Kyle Robinson Bradshaw, 21, faces first-degree murder charges after police say he allegedly shot and killed someone at the Rodeway Inn on April 19.
Tampa policing task force discusses progress improving relationship with community
The meeting was previously scheduled, but its timing was not lost on attendees.
The meeting was previously scheduled, but its timing was not lost on attendees.
Bay Area activists, leaders, citizens reflect on justice after Chauvin trial verdicts
Just less than a year after the world watched videos posted online of George Floyd telling Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin "I can’t breathe," citizens, community leaders, and law enforcement are reacting to guilty verdicts in Chauvin’s murder trial.
Just less than a year after the world watched videos posted online of George Floyd telling Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin "I can’t breathe," citizens, community leaders, and law enforcement are reacting to guilty verdicts in Chauvin’s murder trial.
USF students protest proposed Bright Futures changes, university budget cuts
With Florida's legislative session wrapping up next Friday, lawmakers have some big decisions to make, including those impacting college education.
With Florida's legislative session wrapping up next Friday, lawmakers have some big decisions to make, including those impacting college education.
Veteran hopes to bring Coast Guard cutter to Tampa as museum
The clock is ticking to save a historical U.S. Coast Guard cutter. In 11 days, Coast Guard Cutter Adak will be sold to Indonesia, but not if James Judge has anything to say about it.
The clock is ticking to save a historical U.S. Coast Guard cutter. In 11 days, Coast Guard Cutter Adak will be sold to Indonesia, but not if James Judge has anything to say about it.
Tampa police investigate deadly shooting on Elmer Street
Tampa police said they are searching for suspects in a deadly shooting.
Tampa police said they are searching for suspects in a deadly shooting.
FEMA vaccination sites in Florida resume first-dose Pfizer shots
FEMA sites across Florida, including Tampa, are once again offering the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine to patients starting Tuesday morning.
FEMA sites across Florida, including Tampa, are once again offering the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine to patients starting Tuesday morning.
'Jose Marti would be very sad': Cuban Americans react to Raul Castro's handoff of power
Vic DiMaio sees the statue of 1800s Cuban revolutionary Jose Marti in Ybor City and knows even the end of the Castro regime wouldn't put a smile on Marti's face.
Vic DiMaio sees the statue of 1800s Cuban revolutionary Jose Marti in Ybor City and knows even the end of the Castro regime wouldn't put a smile on Marti's face.
Small percentage of vaccinated people diagnosed with COVID-19
Out of the millions of Americans fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the CDC said breakthrough cases are a very small portion of them -- and a Tampa doctor said she was among one of them.
Out of the millions of Americans fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the CDC said breakthrough cases are a very small portion of them -- and a Tampa doctor said she was among one of them.
Florida State Fair gearing up for 11 days of fun and food
Preparations are being finalized ahead of the Florida State Fair's opening weekend. The 11-day event kicks off Thursday, April 22 and lasts through Sunday, May 2.
Preparations are being finalized ahead of the Florida State Fair's opening weekend. The 11-day event kicks off Thursday, April 22 and lasts through Sunday, May 2.
After three years of construction, Selmon Expressway extension opens
The ribbon was cut Monday on the long-awaited Selmon Expressway West Extension. The 1.9-mile, $230-million bridge carries traffic above crowded Gandy Boulevard in Tampa, connecting the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway with the Gandy Bridge.
The ribbon was cut Monday on the long-awaited Selmon Expressway West Extension. The 1.9-mile, $230-million bridge carries traffic above crowded Gandy Boulevard in Tampa, connecting the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway with the Gandy Bridge.
Fighting lung disease one step at a time
Participants climbed 900 steps at Raymond James Stadium to raise money and awareness for the American Lung Association during the 16th annual Fight for Air Climb.
Participants climbed 900 steps at Raymond James Stadium to raise money and awareness for the American Lung Association during the 16th annual Fight for Air Climb.
6,834 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 35 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,834 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,168,901
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,834 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,168,901
Pirates didn’t plunder this year, but hundreds kept the Gasparilla spirit alive with alternative boat parade
Boaters, who were disappointed the city of Tampa canceled Gasparilla due to COVID-19 concerns, set sail on Saturday for an alternative parade.
Boaters, who were disappointed the city of Tampa canceled Gasparilla due to COVID-19 concerns, set sail on Saturday for an alternative parade.
Boaters set sail for alternative Gasparilla boat parade
Hundreds of boaters held an alternative Gasparilla boat parade Saturday, triggering excitement among Gasparilla fans and COVID-19 concerns among health experts.
Hundreds of boaters held an alternative Gasparilla boat parade Saturday, triggering excitement among Gasparilla fans and COVID-19 concerns among health experts.
6,323 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 74 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
Rescued brown pelicans find home at Florida Aquarium
While the image people may get when they hear about the Florida Aquarium is flashy fish and awesome aquatic life, the venue houses about 9,000 animals and not all of them live underwater.
While the image people may get when they hear about the Florida Aquarium is flashy fish and awesome aquatic life, the venue houses about 9,000 animals and not all of them live underwater.
Straz Center plans to bring Broadway back with full house this fall
After more than a year on pause, Broadway is making its return to Tampa's Straz Center.
After more than a year on pause, Broadway is making its return to Tampa's Straz Center.