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.
Stray bullet hits 9-year-old after argument turns to gunfire in Tampa
Tampa police say a 9-year-old was hit by a stray bullet during a shooting Thursday evening.
Tampa police say a 9-year-old was hit by a stray bullet during a shooting Thursday evening.
Donut shop manager, accused of fatally punching angry customer, released on $15K bond
Corey Pujols, a 27-year-old manager at Dunkin Donuts, is accused in the death of an elderly customer. A judge reluctantly agreed to grant him bond Thursday.
Corey Pujols, a 27-year-old manager at Dunkin Donuts, is accused in the death of an elderly customer. A judge reluctantly agreed to grant him bond Thursday.
Recruits take oath from 4-star general, CentCom commander at MacDill
As they took the oath to defend their country, 43 recruits were given a rare opportunity Thursday – taking the oath from a four-star general who also happens to be the commander of U.S. Central Command.
As they took the oath to defend their country, 43 recruits were given a rare opportunity Thursday – taking the oath from a four-star general who also happens to be the commander of U.S. Central Command.
Military mom surprises son, brother after 6-month deployment
First-grader Jewelz Williams got the surprise of his life Thursday morning when his mother surprised him at Tampa Heights Elementary School after a six-month deployment with the Air Force.
First-grader Jewelz Williams got the surprise of his life Thursday morning when his mother surprised him at Tampa Heights Elementary School after a six-month deployment with the Air Force.
Police: Woman called in bomb threat at Seminole Hard Rock casino after losing $380 playing slots
Police arrested a woman accused of calling in a bomb threat to the Seminole Hard Rock casino after she lost hundreds while playing the slot machines.
Police arrested a woman accused of calling in a bomb threat to the Seminole Hard Rock casino after she lost hundreds while playing the slot machines.
First all-Black forward starting line showcases Lightning, NHL's focus on diversity
The first faceoff Monday night between the Lightning and Panthers was also the first of its kind. It was the first time a full line of forward players who are Black started an NHL game.
The first faceoff Monday night between the Lightning and Panthers was also the first of its kind. It was the first time a full line of forward players who are Black started an NHL game.
Possible fix for Tampa's 'Malfunction Junction' in the works
It is known as Malfunction Junction, the downtown Tampa interchange where I-4 meets I-275. Transportation officials have been working for years on a fix for the dangerous and congested area and it could happen sooner than expected.
It is known as Malfunction Junction, the downtown Tampa interchange where I-4 meets I-275. Transportation officials have been working for years on a fix for the dangerous and congested area and it could happen sooner than expected.