CDC encourages virtual holiday gatherings as COVID-19 cases surge
The CDC says Thanksgiving plans should not be up in the air. Whether people agree, depends on who you ask.
The CDC says Thanksgiving plans should not be up in the air. Whether people agree, depends on who you ask.
Tampa native to paddle 400 miles to raise money for foster children
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Florida to the Bahamas by paddleboard to raise money for the Crossroads Hope Academy.
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Florida to the Bahamas by paddleboard to raise money for the Crossroads Hope Academy.
Tampa General Hospital to be among first hospitals with the COVID-19 vaccine
Tampa General Hospital has been chosen as one of the few in Florida to get the vaccine first once approved, according to a report.
Tampa General Hospital has been chosen as one of the few in Florida to get the vaccine first once approved, according to a report.
City of Tampa has 45 days to develop master plan to ease pressure on busy fire station
On Thursday, the Tampa City Council passed a motion asking the city to come up with a master plan for public safety to ease the pressure on fire stations like station 13 which is the busiest in Tampa and among the busiest in the nation.
On Thursday, the Tampa City Council passed a motion asking the city to come up with a master plan for public safety to ease the pressure on fire stations like station 13 which is the busiest in Tampa and among the busiest in the nation.
9,085 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 79 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 9,085 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 914,333.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 9,085 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 914,333.
Rare Bornean orangutan born at ZooTampa
The yet-to-be-named baby boy was born Nov. 15 to first-time mom Randee.
The yet-to-be-named baby boy was born Nov. 15 to first-time mom Randee.
Tampa fire chief, two other employees suspended amid claims of misconduct
Tampa's fire chief and two top assistants have been suspended over unspecified allegations of misconduct.
Tampa's fire chief and two top assistants have been suspended over unspecified allegations of misconduct.
First international flights since March arrive at TPA
Starting Thursday, Tampa International Airport will welcome back non-stop international flights for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March.
Starting Thursday, Tampa International Airport will welcome back non-stop international flights for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March.
CrimeStoppers of Tampa Bay offering rewards after recent gun violence
CrimeStoppers of Tampa Bay is taking the fight against a recent spate of shootings to a billboard near you.
CrimeStoppers of Tampa Bay is taking the fight against a recent spate of shootings to a billboard near you.
Ybor City celebrates 10th Christmas tree lighting
The annual tree lighting at Ybor City’s Centro Ybor is officially a decade old. And the lighting of the Ybor City Christmas tree means the holidays are officially here.
The annual tree lighting at Ybor City’s Centro Ybor is officially a decade old. And the lighting of the Ybor City Christmas tree means the holidays are officially here.
Two new fire stations needed in Tampa to cover Water Street and Channelside, union says
Station 13 in North Tampa is among the busiest fire stations in America. The firefighters union representing the crews that work there says it’s too busy.
Station 13 in North Tampa is among the busiest fire stations in America. The firefighters union representing the crews that work there says it’s too busy.
Defense points to lack of motive during opening statements of triple murder, arson trial
Two years ago, an emergency call for a house fire revealed a "gruesome murder scene," explained Hillsborough County prosecutor John Schinka.
Two years ago, an emergency call for a house fire revealed a "gruesome murder scene," explained Hillsborough County prosecutor John Schinka.
Retired astronaut's love of space and art featured at MOSI exhibit
Retired astronaut Nicole Stott partnered with the Space for Art Foundation for an exhibit at MOSI in Tampa featuring the work of fellow astronauts -- including her own.
Retired astronaut Nicole Stott partnered with the Space for Art Foundation for an exhibit at MOSI in Tampa featuring the work of fellow astronauts -- including her own.
Tampa could see COVID-19 peak in January, health expert explains
Scientists who track COVID-19 and make projections about the future spread of the virus say we need to act fast to flatten the current surge -- nationally and in Florida.
Scientists who track COVID-19 and make projections about the future spread of the virus say we need to act fast to flatten the current surge -- nationally and in Florida.
Hidden gem: Fishing, skateboarding, swimming, and more at Tampa's DeSoto Park
From a pool to a halfpipe, there's plenty of features at Tampa's Desoto Park.
From a pool to a halfpipe, there's plenty of features at Tampa's Desoto Park.
Weighing the risks: Even college students should skip going home for holidays, health experts say
Medical experts are urging caution as college students prepare to travel home for Thanksgiving amid a nationwide rise in COVID-19 cases.
Medical experts are urging caution as college students prepare to travel home for Thanksgiving amid a nationwide rise in COVID-19 cases.
Preservationists say costly Union Station repairs are worth it
Another restoration would be at least the third life for Union Station, a building that’s offered a first impression of Tampa for more than 100 years.
Another restoration would be at least the third life for Union Station, a building that’s offered a first impression of Tampa for more than 100 years.
One year later, dogs rescued from Tampa breeder reunited
It’s been one year since Donna Recchia adopted her dog, Sprout from Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center.
It’s been one year since Donna Recchia adopted her dog, Sprout from Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center.
Ybor's Sicilian history provides flavors for Gonzmart's newest restaurant
Richard Gonzmart’s family has owned Tampa’s famous Columbia Restaurant for generations. But his newest restaurant is inspired by food that came from Sicily to Tampa, to the tables of families he knew as a kid.
Richard Gonzmart’s family has owned Tampa’s famous Columbia Restaurant for generations. But his newest restaurant is inspired by food that came from Sicily to Tampa, to the tables of families he knew as a kid.
Local non-profits begin 'Holidays on Wheels' for families in need of a Thanksgiving meal
Volunteers across Tampa Bay begin delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need.
Volunteers across Tampa Bay begin delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need.