USF hires Rob Higgins after over 2 decades with Tampa Bay Sports Commission

The longtime point man for hosting major sporting events in Tampa is taking his talents to the University of South Florida as the school’s new “CEO of Athletics."

Potential Rays owner considering HCC as stadium site

With the sale of the Rays being made official, potentially in a matter of weeks, there have been talks about a new stadium being built on the campus of Hillsborough College — along N Dale Mabry Highway — near Raymond James Stadium.

Hit-and-run driver arrested after bicyclist injured on Dale Mabry Highway: TPD

Tampa police say they've arrested the driver who took off after hitting a bicyclist on Dale Mabry Hwy. late last month, leaving the victim seriously injured.

100-year old dance instructor celebrated by City of Tampa

The City of Tampa is honoring the contributions of Judith Baizan.  She's spent decades sharing her love of dance with seniors through the Parks and Recreation Department.

Video: Tampa police officer lets curious girl inspect bodycam

A Tampa police officer entertained a little girl who was curious about the officer’s bodycam, footage released by the police department shows.

Bucs, USF Bulls football riding high after big weekend wins

It was a perfect weekend for football in the Tampa Bay area, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and USF Bulls celebrated big victories.

Humane Society puppies test out new home

Two puppies who were originally surrendered to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay and believed to be abandoned, are testing out a new home.

Rethinking the storm: New hurricane scale could better warn communities

For decades, the Saffir-Simpson scale has rated hurricanes solely by wind strength, from Category 1 to 5. But researchers say that leaves out the deadliest threats: storm surge and flooding.

No more cash for delays: DOT ends airline compensation plan

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has canceled a proposed 2023 rule that would have required airlines to compensate passengers for major delays.

Two abandoned dogs now available for adoption

Two malnourished dogs surrendered last month have recovered and are now available for adoption.