4,044 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 87 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,044 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 752,481.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,044 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 752,481.
One player infected 14 others during recreational hockey game in Tampa Bay area, report shows
A recreational hockey game played at a Tampa Bay area rink is to blame for a COVID-19 outbreak. It happened back in June, but was detailed in a report released this week by the CDC.
A recreational hockey game played at a Tampa Bay area rink is to blame for a COVID-19 outbreak. It happened back in June, but was detailed in a report released this week by the CDC.
Junior varsity volleyball quad wins district title for quarantined varsity team
Steinbrenner High School's junior varsity volleyball team was the toast of the school Friday after stepping in for a quarantined varsity team and winning the district championship.
Steinbrenner High School's junior varsity volleyball team was the toast of the school Friday after stepping in for a quarantined varsity team and winning the district championship.
Divers recover body of missing swimmer off Westshore
After searching for several hours, emergency crews found the body of a missing swimmer in the Westshore area of Old Tampa Bay on Friday.
After searching for several hours, emergency crews found the body of a missing swimmer in the Westshore area of Old Tampa Bay on Friday.
Drive-in theater opens at Armature Works, for a limited time
Over at Armature Works, the popular food hall is reviving a old-fashioned way to watch a movie, all while incorporating social distancing.
Over at Armature Works, the popular food hall is reviving a old-fashioned way to watch a movie, all while incorporating social distancing.
USF to offer graduate teaching degrees while phasing out College of Education’s undergraduate program
The University of South Florida is phasing out its College of Education. A budget shortfall, thanks to COVID-19, is forcing the school to save millions of dollars.
The University of South Florida is phasing out its College of Education. A budget shortfall, thanks to COVID-19, is forcing the school to save millions of dollars.
Father wants stiffer sentence for woman connected to daughter’s rape, murder
Eboni Wiley was the state’s star witness against Granville Ritchie, who was convicted and now sits on death row. Wiley was only charged with lying to law enforcement, and now has been offered a sweetheart deal.
Eboni Wiley was the state’s star witness against Granville Ritchie, who was convicted and now sits on death row. Wiley was only charged with lying to law enforcement, and now has been offered a sweetheart deal.
Tampa woman battling breast cancer for second time continues inspiring others
Fighting cancer during a pandemic is not easy but this is not Ilyasha Hood’s first fight.
Fighting cancer during a pandemic is not easy but this is not Ilyasha Hood’s first fight.
Eye-movement therapy helping woman overcome PTSD 9 years after Somali pirates held her captive
The kidnapping of an American woman by Somali pirates made international headlines and now she's sharing her struggles with PTSD to help others in the Bay Area.
The kidnapping of an American woman by Somali pirates made international headlines and now she's sharing her struggles with PTSD to help others in the Bay Area.
Reports of violence, abuse, trafficking rise as pandemic continues to isolate the vulnerable
From domestic violence to human trafficking, the pandemic has brought in more calls to domestic violence centers and more reports of trafficking, according to victim advocates.
From domestic violence to human trafficking, the pandemic has brought in more calls to domestic violence centers and more reports of trafficking, according to victim advocates.
Teens raise $30,000 for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
When Jordyn Koche, 17, and Robbie Herzig, 17, went to Naglaa’s Day Spa, they weren’t there for treatment. Instead, they were there to deliver a very special gift.
When Jordyn Koche, 17, and Robbie Herzig, 17, went to Naglaa’s Day Spa, they weren’t there for treatment. Instead, they were there to deliver a very special gift.
Bay Area company behind virtual meetings that bring Tampa to the world
The gaming world has been the proving ground, but now, virtual reality technology is getting down to business.
The gaming world has been the proving ground, but now, virtual reality technology is getting down to business.
From nurse to patient: A journey with breast cancer
Registered nurse Denise Hickey has brought hope and strength to her patients for more than 30 years at Tampa General Hospital, but when the nurse became the patient, care took on a new meaning.
Registered nurse Denise Hickey has brought hope and strength to her patients for more than 30 years at Tampa General Hospital, but when the nurse became the patient, care took on a new meaning.
Tampa potter transforms clay into everyday art
A ceramics artist in Town 'n' Country makes items for everyday use -- like coffee mugs, bowls and plates -- but she's not your everyday potter.
A ceramics artist in Town 'n' Country makes items for everyday use -- like coffee mugs, bowls and plates -- but she's not your everyday potter.
‘This thing isn’t over’: COVID-19 still impacting students on college campuses
Since the fall semester began, both the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida have seen hundreds of COVID-19 infections.
Since the fall semester began, both the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida have seen hundreds of COVID-19 infections.
Tampa police hold first drive-through National Night Out
This month, police across the county are taking part in National Night Out. The yearly event is billed as a way for officers and residents to have positive interactions. The Tampa Police Department hosted Tuesday’s event at Raymond James Stadium.
This month, police across the county are taking part in National Night Out. The yearly event is billed as a way for officers and residents to have positive interactions. The Tampa Police Department hosted Tuesday’s event at Raymond James Stadium.
Law enforcement report increase in gas pump skimmers
Skimming devices are an ongoing problem in Florida and law enforcement says it appears to be getting worse.
Skimming devices are an ongoing problem in Florida and law enforcement says it appears to be getting worse.
Cruise cancellations further damage Florida's struggling tourism industry
As cruise lines extend cancellations, Florida's port-of-call cities, including Tampa, continue to take economic hits. This month Norwegian, MSC, Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines have canceled voyages through November, and some companies like Carnival Cruises are holding off passengers through early 2021.
As cruise lines extend cancellations, Florida's port-of-call cities, including Tampa, continue to take economic hits. This month Norwegian, MSC, Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines have canceled voyages through November, and some companies like Carnival Cruises are holding off passengers through early 2021.
Gun recovered after 10-year-old dies from gunshot wound, deputies say
Deputies continued piecing together what led to the shooting death of a 10-year-old boy in a home near Rocky Point Monday.
Deputies continued piecing together what led to the shooting death of a 10-year-old boy in a home near Rocky Point Monday.
These first maps of Florida have more historical significance than navigational value
Finding your way to Florida wasn't easy 400 years ago. It's evident in the first map ever drawn of the state, which survives to this day, despite the king of Spain's best efforts back in 1511.
Finding your way to Florida wasn't easy 400 years ago. It's evident in the first map ever drawn of the state, which survives to this day, despite the king of Spain's best efforts back in 1511.