Organizers explain why Tampa Riverfest, Gasparilla had to cancel but the Super Bowl did not
Tampa Riverfest joins Gasparilla in the list of Tampa experiences canceled due to the pandemic this year, and event organizers are sharing why alternate plans were not on the table.
Tampa Riverfest joins Gasparilla in the list of Tampa experiences canceled due to the pandemic this year, and event organizers are sharing why alternate plans were not on the table.
New Tampa program bridging equity gaps and helping startups succeed in Tampa
A new program, Equity in Entrepreneurship is helping startups get off the ground in Tampa.
A new program, Equity in Entrepreneurship is helping startups get off the ground in Tampa.
MacDill ceremony honors long-lost African American cemetery
Tuesday morning, MacDill Air Force Base hosted a memorial service for the lost Port Tampa Cemetery, burial grounds of African American citizens that were essentially forgotten when the base was opened back in 1941.
Tuesday morning, MacDill Air Force Base hosted a memorial service for the lost Port Tampa Cemetery, burial grounds of African American citizens that were essentially forgotten when the base was opened back in 1941.
Tampa Riverfest 2021 canceled due to pandemic
Cancellations of annual events continue to be announced in the Bay Area because of the pandemic.
Cancellations of annual events continue to be announced in the Bay Area because of the pandemic.
Tampa's 'Black Widow' takes on cancer with 'amazing resolve'
She fought to make a name for herself as a prominent billiards player. Now, the woman known as ‘The Black Widow’ is fighting for her life.
She fought to make a name for herself as a prominent billiards player. Now, the woman known as ‘The Black Widow’ is fighting for her life.
One dead following Tampa fire
Tampa fire officials said one person has passed away following an early-morning fire Tuesday.
Tampa fire officials said one person has passed away following an early-morning fire Tuesday.
Tampa Theatre will reopen in March
One year after hosting its last film before the pandemic forced lockdowns, the Tampa Theatre will reopen its doors but with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.
One year after hosting its last film before the pandemic forced lockdowns, the Tampa Theatre will reopen its doors but with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.
Report: Flood insurance could see drastic increase with debut of new risk calculator
In Florida, researchers found on average homeowners are paying about $1,600 a year in flood insurance when they should be paying more like $8,200.
In Florida, researchers found on average homeowners are paying about $1,600 a year in flood insurance when they should be paying more like $8,200.
Bay Area mourns 7,000 of America's 500,000 dead from coronavirus
Jacob Ritchie's mother is one of 500,000 Americans, 30,000 Floridians and 6,996 Tampa Bay area residents to suffer the coronavirus's worst fate.
Jacob Ritchie's mother is one of 500,000 Americans, 30,000 Floridians and 6,996 Tampa Bay area residents to suffer the coronavirus's worst fate.
Tampa city council weighs punishments for Ybor bars accused of ignoring COVID rules
Tampa City Council members heard the cases of two more bars and nightclubs accused of repeatedly violating COVID-19 safety guidelines.
Tampa City Council members heard the cases of two more bars and nightclubs accused of repeatedly violating COVID-19 safety guidelines.
Through Make-A-Wish, 14-year-old boy can hit the road to explore the country
A 14-year-old cancer patient with dreams of traveling was surprised with a brand-new camper through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
A 14-year-old cancer patient with dreams of traveling was surprised with a brand-new camper through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Deputies searching for ‘armed and dangerous’ teen accused in Tampa murder
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Kanye Mordica, 16, who they say is suspected of shooting and killing a juvenile in Tampa.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Kanye Mordica, 16, who they say is suspected of shooting and killing a juvenile in Tampa.
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.