Local business owners embrace Hispanic heritage in their cooking, family life

When you think of Tampa, the first thing that likely comes to mind is the food and the city has such a rich history when it comes to hispanic cooking. 

Florida invests millions in pediatric cancer research through Cancer Connect Collaborative

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state will invest millions of dollars in pediatric cancer research over the next five years through the Cancer Connect Collaborative during a press conference in Tampa on Wednesday. 

$1.3M federal grant helps Bay Area plan for post-disaster recovery

The City of Tampa is finalizing its Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan, a roadmap for how to recover after major hurricanes and flooding. 

Jesuit's Will Griffin becomes 10th Florida high school QB to throw for 10K yards

The University of Florida was impressed with those abilities and offered him a scholarship. For the kid who grew up watching the Gators on fall Saturdays, it's a dream come true.

Artist feels like pencil is an extension of his arm

Marc Brechwald became a professional artist in 2020 after he started creating photo-realistic pencil art.

MLB owners approve sale of Tampa Bay Rays to group led by Jacksonville-based developer

The sale of the Tampa Bay Rays to a group led by a Jacksonville-based developer took a big step forward on Monday, with Major League Baseball owners unanimously approving the transfer of the franchise.

Tampa mom reacts after Trump links Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism

President Donald Trump, alongside Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., announced on Monday that they believe acetaminophen — the active ingredient in Tylenol — is linked to higher autism rates when used during pregnancy.

Teen murder suspect arrested after body found in vacant lot in Tampa

A teen was arrested Monday for murder after a body was found last week in a vacant lot along North 39th Street in Tampa, according to deputies. 

USF introduces lifelong Bull Rob Higgins as the CEO of Athletics

Rob Higgins was introduced as USF's CEO of Athletics on Monday morning in front of a large crowd at the school's women's basketball practice facility with big names in the house like mayor Jane Castor, Bucs legends Ronde Barber and Derrick Brooks, WWE superstar Titus O'Neil, Yankees legend Tino Martinez, MLB all-star Jose Bautista and many more.

Florida couple accused of several armed robberies along I-75

A pair of Florida 21-year-olds have been arrested after a string of armed robberies along I-75, according to United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.

Tampa Pride takes 1-year hiatus, citing economic and political challenges

Tampa Pride, the nonprofit behind the city’s annual parade and festival, announced it will take a one-year break in 2026. The event has been a fixture in Ybor City since 2014, drawing more than 60,000 people each year.

'Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful' wraps up Spirit Week with major coastal cleanup

This week, hundreds of people across Tampa Bay rolled up their sleeves to protect the environment as part of Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful’s annual Spirit Week.

Investigators trying to identify body found in vacant lot in Tampa

A death investigation is underway after a body was found Friday afternoon in a vacant lot off of 39th Street in Tampa, according to officers.