Tampa leaders explore ways to combat sea level rise

While the most serious threat of sea level rise in coastal communities may be decades away, Tampa leaders are looking to take action now.  The city of Tampa is launching a study to find out which parts of the city are currently at risk of sea level rise impacts and how best to move forward.

Mike Alstott Foundation delivering Thanksgiving meals for Hillsborough County firefighters

Former Bucs star Mike Alstott doesn't drop the ball when it comes to helping the community. His foundation will be handing out Thanksgiving Day meals to firefighters -- an annual tradition.

Tampa police increase security at shopping centers ahead of holiday shopping

With Black Friday days away, Tampa police are stepping up patrols to help keep shoppers safe from thieves. Around the holidays, officers say crowded malls and distracted shoppers make easy targets for criminals looking to capitalize.

Gasparilla parades in Tampa delayed until April 2021

It appears the pandemic won't cancel the tradition of Gasparilla parades in Tampa as officials announced Monday the annual celebration will be delayed by about three months in 2021.

Tampa law firm continues turkey giveaway tradition

For the 12th year in a row, the Pendas Law Firm in Tampa will be giving away turkeys to families in need.

6,586 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 61 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,586 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 938,614.

Metropolitan Ministries scrambling to meet holiday need

Thanksgiving is just days away and Metropolitan Ministries has been working around-the-clock to make sure families across the Bay Area don’t go hungry this holiday season. 

8,410 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 41 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 8,410 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 931, 828.

The COVID Chronicles: Tampa General Hospital workers share videos from the front lines

Tampa General Hospital employees are giving us an inside look at the battle against the coronavirus from the front lines, and the toll this pandemic is taking on Bay Area healthcare workers.  

Winter Village, outdoor ice rink returns in downtown Tampa

It's a holiday tradition that even the pandemic couldn't cancel, but while the annual Winter Village returns Friday to downtown Tampa, there will be some changes.

Toronto Raptors to begin 2020-2021 season in Tampa

We're used to sports fans from Canada rolling deep in Tampa Bay, but an NBA team is about to change that game, even if it's just temporarily. The Toronto Raptors announced Friday that the team will begin its 2020-2021 season in Tampa. 

Metropolitan Ministries in need of donations for Thanksgiving meals

Less than a week before Thanksgiving, volunteers in Tampa are working fast to ensure those families who need a meal, don’t have to worry.

9,085 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 79 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 9,085 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 923,418.