Lab CEO admits delays, pushes back on AdventHealth claim that tests were 'unreliable'
33,000 COVID-19 tests administered in West and Central Florida are being deemed "unreliable" by AdventHealth, leaving patients wondering if their results were accurate -- if they received their results at all.
33,000 COVID-19 tests administered in West and Central Florida are being deemed "unreliable" by AdventHealth, leaving patients wondering if their results were accurate -- if they received their results at all.
32 conventions, including Comic Con, still a 'go' this summer in Tampa
Summer typically brings thousands of people to Tampa Bay for events, including conventions. Despite spring shows being called off, organizers for summer gatherings are weighing the risk with the reward and some have decided it's worth it.
Summer typically brings thousands of people to Tampa Bay for events, including conventions. Despite spring shows being called off, organizers for summer gatherings are weighing the risk with the reward and some have decided it's worth it.
Native American bust returns along with Ulele upscale dining
Richard Gonzmart, owner of the famous Columbia Restaurant, says he’s the caretaker in preserving a piece of Native American history.
Richard Gonzmart, owner of the famous Columbia Restaurant, says he’s the caretaker in preserving a piece of Native American history.
Melbourne man accused of faking doctorate, military service, treasure found on the beach
A Tampa-based treasure hunting company says it was scammed by a man with a padded resume and a Peruvian death mask.
A Tampa-based treasure hunting company says it was scammed by a man with a padded resume and a Peruvian death mask.
Stadiums consider spaced seating, face masks, social distancing signage to help fans return
While fans anxiously await the comeback of professional sports, one Tampa-based company is preparing to make it happen.
While fans anxiously await the comeback of professional sports, one Tampa-based company is preparing to make it happen.
Curtis Hixon shooting victim identified; police still searching for gunman
Tampa police identified Antonio "Jay Jay" McGuire, Jr. as the man who was shot and killed at Curtis Hixon Park over the weekend.
Tampa police identified Antonio "Jay Jay" McGuire, Jr. as the man who was shot and killed at Curtis Hixon Park over the weekend.
Food halls -- designed for social gathering -- face unique obstacles while reopening
Sparkman Wharf in Tampa’s Channelside neighborhood reopened Tuesday. It features an assortment of food containers, similar to food trucks, but in brightly colored shipping containers.
Sparkman Wharf in Tampa’s Channelside neighborhood reopened Tuesday. It features an assortment of food containers, similar to food trucks, but in brightly colored shipping containers.
Man recovering after he was shot in the legs, police say
Tampa police say they are trying to find the suspect who shot and injured a man Tuesday morning.
Tampa police say they are trying to find the suspect who shot and injured a man Tuesday morning.
CareerSource Tampa Bay reopening offices Tuesday
People needing help finding employment can once again head to CareerSource Tampa Bay.
People needing help finding employment can once again head to CareerSource Tampa Bay.
Lunch crowds return as restaurants allowed to increase capacity to 50% across Flordia
Many have a new appreciation of simple things, like going out to a restaurant.
Many have a new appreciation of simple things, like going out to a restaurant.
Hard Rock Casino in Tampa will reopen Thursday, May 21
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has the green light to open, but under new safety guidelines.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has the green light to open, but under new safety guidelines.
Tampa shooting leaves two injured
Tampa police responded to a shooting Monday morning.
Tampa police responded to a shooting Monday morning.
Downtown Tampa residents calling for more police after teen shot, killed at Curtis Hixon Park
According to Tampa police, an 18-year-old man was shot and killed overnight in the park.
According to Tampa police, an 18-year-old man was shot and killed overnight in the park.
Fire ruins nearly all of Blake High School's football equipment
A fire on the campus of Blake High School destroyed nearly all of its football program's equipment on Saturday, from game day necessities to practice dummies and more.
A fire on the campus of Blake High School destroyed nearly all of its football program's equipment on Saturday, from game day necessities to practice dummies and more.
Florida man describes surviving lockdown in supposedly haunted house
A Tampa man says he quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic with ghosts inside one of the most infamous houses in Ybor City.
A Tampa man says he quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic with ghosts inside one of the most infamous houses in Ybor City.
Attention cool cats and kittens: Big Cat Rescue releases limited run of promotional gear
Folks in the Tampa Bay area have not been surprised by the popularity of Netflix's docu-series "Tiger King," which gives an inside look at the lives of several big players in the world of exotic felines.
Folks in the Tampa Bay area have not been surprised by the popularity of Netflix's docu-series "Tiger King," which gives an inside look at the lives of several big players in the world of exotic felines.
NASCAR to honor Tampa General Hospital doctor during Sunday's race
After two months of treating countless COVID-19 patients, and much longer practicing medicine, Dr. Seetha Lakshmi is used to wearing personal protective equipment.
After two months of treating countless COVID-19 patients, and much longer practicing medicine, Dr. Seetha Lakshmi is used to wearing personal protective equipment.
Mixed reactions as more Bay Area attractions slowly reopen
Two of Tampa Bay's biggest marine-life attractions reopened Friday, continuing the steady stream of businesses welcoming customers for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic forced a businesses to temporarily shut down.
Two of Tampa Bay's biggest marine-life attractions reopened Friday, continuing the steady stream of businesses welcoming customers for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic forced a businesses to temporarily shut down.
No charges for motorcyclists at scene of deadly Bayshore crash
The Hillsborough State Attorney's Office says no charges will be filed against two motorcyclists who were there when their friend allegedly hit and killed a bicyclist on Bayshore Boulevard.
The Hillsborough State Attorney's Office says no charges will be filed against two motorcyclists who were there when their friend allegedly hit and killed a bicyclist on Bayshore Boulevard.
City of Tampa opens remaining parks and pools, with some restrictions
This weekend, more of Tampa’s parks and pools will open for use as coronavirus-related lockdowns are lifted.
This weekend, more of Tampa’s parks and pools will open for use as coronavirus-related lockdowns are lifted.



















