Big Cat Rescue CEO Carole Baskin joining cast of 'Dancing with the Stars'
Fans of the hit Netflix docuseries will quickly recognize one of the cast members joining ABC's "Dancing with the Stars." It's none other than Carole Baskin.
Fans of the hit Netflix docuseries will quickly recognize one of the cast members joining ABC's "Dancing with the Stars." It's none other than Carole Baskin.
Metropolitan Ministries in need of help after 60% drop in volunteers
Local non-profit Metropolitan Ministries needs to fill nearly 200 empty volunteer spots. According to the organization, for the first time, they have experienced a 60% drop in volunteers during the pandemic. They said they have seen a surge in need from local families.
Local non-profit Metropolitan Ministries needs to fill nearly 200 empty volunteer spots. According to the organization, for the first time, they have experienced a 60% drop in volunteers during the pandemic. They said they have seen a surge in need from local families.
Red lights alert the nation to dying live entertainment industry
Buildings around Tampa Bay lit up red Tuesday night to show support for those in the entertainment industry, many still unemployed due to the pandemic, with no end in sight.
Buildings around Tampa Bay lit up red Tuesday night to show support for those in the entertainment industry, many still unemployed due to the pandemic, with no end in sight.
Another warning: University of Tampa asks law enforcement for help after weekend of off-campus parties
For the second time in less than a week, University of Tampa officials are warning students about large gatherings after a weekend where several parties were held off campus.
For the second time in less than a week, University of Tampa officials are warning students about large gatherings after a weekend where several parties were held off campus.
Governor says state's COVID-19 downward trend is promising
During a visit to Tampa Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis said how Florida’s coronavirus numbers are trending downward and showing positive signs for daily positive cases, hospitalizations and ICU stays.
During a visit to Tampa Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis said how Florida’s coronavirus numbers are trending downward and showing positive signs for daily positive cases, hospitalizations and ICU stays.
Concrete beam falls from truck, blocking Selmon Expressway lanes
The Selmon Expressway’s eastbound lanes, heading out of South Tampa, are closed this afternoon after an oversized concrete beam fell from its trailer across the roadway.
The Selmon Expressway’s eastbound lanes, heading out of South Tampa, are closed this afternoon after an oversized concrete beam fell from its trailer across the roadway.
Orphaned otter pup finds new home at ZooTampa
There's a new resident at ZooTampa at Lowry Park in Tampa: an otter pup.
There's a new resident at ZooTampa at Lowry Park in Tampa: an otter pup.
Colorful street mural unveiled in Seminole Heights to make crosswalks more visible to drivers
As Broward Elementary students headed to campus on their first day of school, many were greeted with a brightly-painted path as their crosswalk.
As Broward Elementary students headed to campus on their first day of school, many were greeted with a brightly-painted path as their crosswalk.
Florida's coronavirus cases top 620,000 Sunday; 14 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,583 Sunday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 621,586.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,583 Sunday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 621,586.
USF students, community protest Jacob Blake shooting
USF students, along with community members, organized the rally and march because they say they want to shed a light on injustice and police brutality as a whole.
USF students, along with community members, organized the rally and march because they say they want to shed a light on injustice and police brutality as a whole.
Mayor’s Community Task Force on Policing shares key findings, working on solutions
After months of research and tough conversations, the Mayor’s Community Task Force on Policing met Saturday to reveal their findings on what can be done to make Tampa a safer community for everyone.
After months of research and tough conversations, the Mayor’s Community Task Force on Policing met Saturday to reveal their findings on what can be done to make Tampa a safer community for everyone.
3,197 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 148 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,197 Saturday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 619,003.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,197 Saturday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 619,003.
Embroidered art by Tampa activist artist on the cover of Time
A Tampa artist's creation will soon be featured on the cover of Time Magazine, but there's more to the art than meets the eye.
A Tampa artist's creation will soon be featured on the cover of Time Magazine, but there's more to the art than meets the eye.
Car wash for shopping carts sanitizes for under a penny per buggy
Adam Labadie lost his job in the wake of the pandemic, so he spent the last five-months launching a new business and building a machine to sanitize shopping carts. His invention has now caught the attention of major grocery chains.
Adam Labadie lost his job in the wake of the pandemic, so he spent the last five-months launching a new business and building a machine to sanitize shopping carts. His invention has now caught the attention of major grocery chains.
Hair loss, kidney damage, fatigue, emerge as possible long-term impacts of COVID-19
The severity of COVID-19 can vary from showing no symptoms at all to a life-threatening illness, but doctors caring for patients in the short term are also picking up on what could come weeks or months down the line.
The severity of COVID-19 can vary from showing no symptoms at all to a life-threatening illness, but doctors caring for patients in the short term are also picking up on what could come weeks or months down the line.
New rapid COVID-19 test 'will save countless lives,' Sen. Rubio says
Senator Marco Rubio wrote a letter to President Donald Trump asking for 10 million of Abbott Laboratories' new rapid COVID-19 tests to be distributed to Florida.
Senator Marco Rubio wrote a letter to President Donald Trump asking for 10 million of Abbott Laboratories' new rapid COVID-19 tests to be distributed to Florida.
Officer’s suspension following death of Bradley Hulett may impact other cases
Tampa police officer Edwin Perez got a one-week suspension after an internal affairs investigation concluded he did not properly store his loaded gun inside him home. What followed was the tragic shooting death of 15-year-old Bradley Hulett after the officer's son got a hold of the gun.
Tampa police officer Edwin Perez got a one-week suspension after an internal affairs investigation concluded he did not properly store his loaded gun inside him home. What followed was the tragic shooting death of 15-year-old Bradley Hulett after the officer's son got a hold of the gun.
Tony Dungy calls for unity as professional sports resume after pausing to protest racial injustice
Former Buccaneers head coach and Hall-of-Famer Tony Dungy knows all about the Xs and Os of football. As a leader, mentor and philanthropist, he also knows the Xs and Os of life, which are often even more chaotic than the NFL.
Former Buccaneers head coach and Hall-of-Famer Tony Dungy knows all about the Xs and Os of football. As a leader, mentor and philanthropist, he also knows the Xs and Os of life, which are often even more chaotic than the NFL.
Police reform protest held in Tampa as thousands march on Washington
Marking an important anniversary, people here in the Tampa Bay area are protesting as they demand justice for Jacob Blake, the suspect shot in the back seven times by police in Wisconsin.
Marking an important anniversary, people here in the Tampa Bay area are protesting as they demand justice for Jacob Blake, the suspect shot in the back seven times by police in Wisconsin.
In a plea for protection, WWE star seeks restraining order against accused stalker
Hoping to add an extra layer of protection, Daria Berenato, known to her wrestling fans as Sonya Deville, asked a Tampa judge to grant a restraining order and keep her accused stalker, Phillip Thomas as far away from her as possible.
Hoping to add an extra layer of protection, Daria Berenato, known to her wrestling fans as Sonya Deville, asked a Tampa judge to grant a restraining order and keep her accused stalker, Phillip Thomas as far away from her as possible.