4 Ybor City bars may lose liquor license for allowing patrons to ignore mask mandate
The city of Tampa says several bars in Ybor City continued allowing patrons inside without masks, despite an ordinance stating that everyone must wear a mask inside a business unless you are actively eating or drinking.
The city of Tampa says several bars in Ybor City continued allowing patrons inside without masks, despite an ordinance stating that everyone must wear a mask inside a business unless you are actively eating or drinking.
5,065 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 93 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,065 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,868,772.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,065 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,868,772.
Spring break travel could bring ‘normal’ passenger numbers to TPA
The six-week-long spring break travel period, between March and mid-April, is one of the busiest times of the year at the Tampa International Airport.
The six-week-long spring break travel period, between March and mid-April, is one of the busiest times of the year at the Tampa International Airport.
Tampa cancels annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition of dyeing the river green
Tampa will not turn the Hillsborough River green this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tampa will not turn the Hillsborough River green this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
7,280 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 121 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,280 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,863,707.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,280 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,863,707.
USF tracking virus mutation strains detected in Bay Area
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ranks Florida at the top for cases of COVID-19 strain from the United Kingdom, so scientists with the University of South Florida are seeing just how widespread the virus mutations are in Tampa Bay.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ranks Florida at the top for cases of COVID-19 strain from the United Kingdom, so scientists with the University of South Florida are seeing just how widespread the virus mutations are in Tampa Bay.
Amalie Arena hosts first concert at venue since start of pandemic
Amalie Arena will host its first concert since the pandemic began.
Amalie Arena will host its first concert since the pandemic began.
Judge to decide if jury will visit school where teacher allegedly molested students
Alex Hull had more than teaching math equations on his mind, according to prosecutor Luis Aguila.
Alex Hull had more than teaching math equations on his mind, according to prosecutor Luis Aguila.
Woman accused of DUI manslaughter in death of motorcyclist allowed out on bond
LizAngelea Bonilla-Parilla was looking for a taste of freedom when she pleaded guilty to stealing her friend’s car and crashing it while driving drunk. The plea ended up being a successful attempt to get out on bond for the more serious charge of DUI manslaughter.
LizAngelea Bonilla-Parilla was looking for a taste of freedom when she pleaded guilty to stealing her friend’s car and crashing it while driving drunk. The plea ended up being a successful attempt to get out on bond for the more serious charge of DUI manslaughter.
Tampa bars penalized for violating COVID-19 safety measures; more hearings to come
Tangra nightclub and Ybor Cigars Plus will both have to shut down for three days next week following what code enforcement officers said were repeated violations, including unmasked patrons crowded inside the establishments.
Tangra nightclub and Ybor Cigars Plus will both have to shut down for three days next week following what code enforcement officers said were repeated violations, including unmasked patrons crowded inside the establishments.
Activists complain protest legislation would limit free speech
Last September, the governor made a push for legislation to toughen up penalties for rioters. It could mean felony charges against violent protesters, including those who block roadways.
Last September, the governor made a push for legislation to toughen up penalties for rioters. It could mean felony charges against violent protesters, including those who block roadways.
Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith calling Tampa home, for now
For the last month, Alabama's DeVonta Smith has been calling Tampa home. Under the guidance of Yo Murphy, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner has been polishing his skills and preparing for his NFL Draft Day.
For the last month, Alabama's DeVonta Smith has been calling Tampa home. Under the guidance of Yo Murphy, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner has been polishing his skills and preparing for his NFL Draft Day.
Report: 46% of American workers struggling with mental health
Nearly half of all American workers suffer from a mental health issue since the pandemic began, according to a new report by Oregon-based insurance provider The Standard.
Nearly half of all American workers suffer from a mental health issue since the pandemic began, according to a new report by Oregon-based insurance provider The Standard.
2021 Gasparilla knight parade also canceled
The Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago announced Wednesday they are canceling the 2021 Sant’ Yago Knight Parade because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago announced Wednesday they are canceling the 2021 Sant’ Yago Knight Parade because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Doctors say man accused in Tampa shooting rampage was 'not of sound mind'
Antonio Cruz Ortiz was "not of sound mind... due to voluntary intoxication" when he went on a shooting rampage in Tampa, according to court-appointed doctors and Ortiz's attorney.
Antonio Cruz Ortiz was "not of sound mind... due to voluntary intoxication" when he went on a shooting rampage in Tampa, according to court-appointed doctors and Ortiz's attorney.
USF student-built satellites launched into orbit by SpaceX
A recent SpaceX launch took three satellites built by University of South Florida students to space on a communications mission.
A recent SpaceX launch took three satellites built by University of South Florida students to space on a communications mission.
Gasparilla parade officially canceled for 2021
There will be no pirate invasion of Tampa this year. The annual Gasparilla parade, already postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, is now officially canceled for 2021.
There will be no pirate invasion of Tampa this year. The annual Gasparilla parade, already postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, is now officially canceled for 2021.
Sunshine State is rare oasis as winter storm grips U.S.
Though some flights were delayed and others cancelled altogether, travelers arriving in Tampa from the north Tuesday morning were more than happy to swap their ski jackets for sunglasses.
Though some flights were delayed and others cancelled altogether, travelers arriving in Tampa from the north Tuesday morning were more than happy to swap their ski jackets for sunglasses.
Winter storm instead of tropical storm: 90 TECO lineworkers head to Louisiana to restore power
TECO crews will face a different kind of response this time around as they prepare to deal with winter storms instead of tropical storms.
TECO crews will face a different kind of response this time around as they prepare to deal with winter storms instead of tropical storms.
'The decline is real:' Multiple factors behind drop in COVID-19 cases, health experts say
In recent weeks, the number of daily new cases of COVID-19 has been trending down in Florida and nationwide.
In recent weeks, the number of daily new cases of COVID-19 has been trending down in Florida and nationwide.