Despite increased eligibility, demand for COVID-19 vaccine is decreasing
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
‘Don’t touch the thermostat’: 6 Lightning fans can chill out in coolest Airbnb listing for charity
The Tampa Bay Lightning is listing its Amalie Arena home on Airbnb for one night, which includes spending the night in a luxury loft right next to the Stanley Cup.
The Tampa Bay Lightning is listing its Amalie Arena home on Airbnb for one night, which includes spending the night in a luxury loft right next to the Stanley Cup.
7,296 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 92 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
Volunteers escorting body of WWII veteran from Tampa to Kentucky in three-day journey
A group of Tampa volunteers with the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association are escorting a veteran to his final resting place in Kentucky.
A group of Tampa volunteers with the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association are escorting a veteran to his final resting place in Kentucky.
Final Selmon Expressway extension over Gandy Blvd. opens Monday
The construction of an elevated bridge over Gandy Boulevard has been going on for nearly three years. The West Extension of the Selmon Expressway is now complete and will open to drivers Monday, April 19.
The construction of an elevated bridge over Gandy Boulevard has been going on for nearly three years. The West Extension of the Selmon Expressway is now complete and will open to drivers Monday, April 19.
Photos: Car pierced by utility pole on W Sligh Avenue
A single-vehicle crash closed part of W Sligh Avenue, near N Orleans Ave., for several hours Thursday as crews tried to figure out how to remove the mangled mess.
A single-vehicle crash closed part of W Sligh Avenue, near N Orleans Ave., for several hours Thursday as crews tried to figure out how to remove the mangled mess.
Early tinkering with drones leads to full-time business for Tampa man
Joshua Newby has always had a fascination with technology, going back to his days in the U.S. Navy. But it really took off when he began tinkering with drones.
Joshua Newby has always had a fascination with technology, going back to his days in the U.S. Navy. But it really took off when he began tinkering with drones.
COVID-19 vaccination campaigns not targeting Generation Z as virus surges among age group
Recent polls show useful facts and information about COVID-19 vaccines aren’t reaching Gen Z, and researchers said that plays into why a growing number of 18 to 24-year-olds say they are more likely to skip the vaccine.
Recent polls show useful facts and information about COVID-19 vaccines aren’t reaching Gen Z, and researchers said that plays into why a growing number of 18 to 24-year-olds say they are more likely to skip the vaccine.
'Attack-resistant door' stands up to bullets and baseball bats, but may be no match for school budgets
A Tampa-based company is working on a product aimed at saving lives in the event of another school shooting.
A Tampa-based company is working on a product aimed at saving lives in the event of another school shooting.
Meals on Wheels adding vaccine to the menu for homebound Floridians
Many Florida residents are homebound and unable to get a COVID-19 vaccine. But volunteers with Meals on Wheels are trying to change that.
Many Florida residents are homebound and unable to get a COVID-19 vaccine. But volunteers with Meals on Wheels are trying to change that.
Cross-country team puts shelter dogs on track for brighter future
Tampa's Steinbrenner High School Boys Cross Country Team takes shelter dogs from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay to Al Lopez Park for some exercise and a change of scenery.
Tampa's Steinbrenner High School Boys Cross Country Team takes shelter dogs from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay to Al Lopez Park for some exercise and a change of scenery.
Students get experience in virtual production at cutting-edge Tampa studio
A partnership between the University of Tampa and Diamond View Studios' sister company, Vū, will be opening up opportunities for students as they get hands-on experience towards their future careers.
A partnership between the University of Tampa and Diamond View Studios' sister company, Vū, will be opening up opportunities for students as they get hands-on experience towards their future careers.
Bay Area Afghanistan veterans recall painful war
Almost from the moment the Twin Towers fell, Col. DJ Reyes, Sgt. John Ubaldi, and Sgt. Ryan Cobin knew they would either be needed in Afghanistan -- or they would insist on going.
Almost from the moment the Twin Towers fell, Col. DJ Reyes, Sgt. John Ubaldi, and Sgt. Ryan Cobin knew they would either be needed in Afghanistan -- or they would insist on going.
Doctors say adverse reactions to Johnson & Johnson shot are rare
Adverse reactions from COVID-19 vaccines are very rare, but after six people reported having blood clots after having the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the U.S. and with AstraZeneca in Europe, the FDA has put a pause on administering the shots stateside.
Adverse reactions from COVID-19 vaccines are very rare, but after six people reported having blood clots after having the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the U.S. and with AstraZeneca in Europe, the FDA has put a pause on administering the shots stateside.
Robinson flag football excited to be back in playoffs
Over the better part of a decade, the Robinson High School has established themselves as a Florida flag football powerhouse. The Knights have won five state championships since 2014.
Over the better part of a decade, the Robinson High School has established themselves as a Florida flag football powerhouse. The Knights have won five state championships since 2014.
Hit-and-run driver's sentence includes 50 hours of service at trauma hospital
Nearly three years after a hit-and-run crash killed Johnny Arrington as he rode his bike along 78th Street in Tampa, the case is finally being resolved.
Nearly three years after a hit-and-run crash killed Johnny Arrington as he rode his bike along 78th Street in Tampa, the case is finally being resolved.
Florida suspending Johnson & Johnson vaccine shots until further notice, DeSantis says
After federal health officials recommending putting the pause on administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will follow suit.
After federal health officials recommending putting the pause on administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will follow suit.
Gandy extension of Selmon Expressway to open Monday
The Gandy extension of the Selmon Expressway will be opening soon. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority says the elevated Selmon West Extension will open Monday, April 19.
The Gandy extension of the Selmon Expressway will be opening soon. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority says the elevated Selmon West Extension will open Monday, April 19.
Bomb squad, hazmat respond after truck crashes into Tampa home
Police say the bomb squad and Tampa Fire Rescue's hazmat team are responding after a car crashed into a home.
Police say the bomb squad and Tampa Fire Rescue's hazmat team are responding after a car crashed into a home.
Manatee deaths prompts 'unusual mortality event' investigations
Manatees are dying across Florida at an alarming rate. In just the first three months of the year, more than 600 have been killed -- nearly seven manatee deaths a day, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Manatees are dying across Florida at an alarming rate. In just the first three months of the year, more than 600 have been killed -- nearly seven manatee deaths a day, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.