Lithia development proposal to build homes on strawberry fields advances after unanimous vote
A proposal to build over 100 homes on 121 acres of strawberry fields in Lithia is moving forward, despite neighbors warning it would increase traffic in the area.
A proposal to build over 100 homes on 121 acres of strawberry fields in Lithia is moving forward, despite neighbors warning it would increase traffic in the area.
Tampa police: 19-year-old arrested, woman dead after dispute leads to shooting
A 19-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left a woman dead Thursday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A 19-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left a woman dead Thursday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Florida’s marine crisis: New study reveals widespread plastic ingestion in state waters
A new Ocean Conservancy analysis found widespread plastic ingestion among sea turtles and marine mammals found in Florida waters.
A new Ocean Conservancy analysis found widespread plastic ingestion among sea turtles and marine mammals found in Florida waters.
Tampa couple gets engaged on stage during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show
For Victor Dimaren and Emma Eldridge, their love story began at a pool party in Tampa.
For Victor Dimaren and Emma Eldridge, their love story began at a pool party in Tampa.
Tampa flower shop marks 40th Valentine's Day after starting as anniversary surprise
For Christine Vasconcelo, Valentine’s Day isn't just the busiest workday of the year. It’s a four-decade-long family tradition built on a romantic gesture.
For Christine Vasconcelo, Valentine’s Day isn't just the busiest workday of the year. It’s a four-decade-long family tradition built on a romantic gesture.
Man killed in Tampa shooting, investigation underway: Police
A man is dead after a shooting along West Green Street in Tampa that happened Wednesday afternoon, according to officers.
A man is dead after a shooting along West Green Street in Tampa that happened Wednesday afternoon, according to officers.
New Tampa exhibit shines light on Black pioneers in horse racing: 'The Heart of the Turf'
African Americans once dominated horse racing, creating its foundation as star jockeys and trainers until their heritage and contributions were largely forgotten or erased. The Keeneland Library of Lexington, Kentucky, though, is making sure the country remembers.
African Americans once dominated horse racing, creating its foundation as star jockeys and trainers until their heritage and contributions were largely forgotten or erased. The Keeneland Library of Lexington, Kentucky, though, is making sure the country remembers.
Parrish man dies after tractor-trailer driver accused of trying to make illegal U-turn on I-75: Troopers
The driver rushed to the hospital after a serious crash involving a tractor-trailer trying to make an illegal U-turn on I-75 has died.
The driver rushed to the hospital after a serious crash involving a tractor-trailer trying to make an illegal U-turn on I-75 has died.
Tampa Bay area under high fire alert as 2 Pasco schools cancel Wednesday classes
Severe drought conditions across the Tampa Bay area have sparked a rash of wildfires, leading to multiple property losses and local school cancelations.
Severe drought conditions across the Tampa Bay area have sparked a rash of wildfires, leading to multiple property losses and local school cancelations.
Former Florida State Fair champion turns passion into career in agriculture law
One of the first winners of the Florida State Fair's Champion of Champions program has turned her passion into a unique career.
One of the first winners of the Florida State Fair's Champion of Champions program has turned her passion into a unique career.
'211 Day' shines light on crisis help available across Tampa Bay
February 11 marks “211 Day," a national effort held each year to spotlight a three-digit number that connects people to help in their community.
February 11 marks “211 Day," a national effort held each year to spotlight a three-digit number that connects people to help in their community.
USF researchers harness sunlight in promising breakthrough to fight red tide
A team of University of South Florida researchers believes an everyday element, sunlight, could play a key role in reducing harmful red tide blooms impacting the Bay Area.
A team of University of South Florida researchers believes an everyday element, sunlight, could play a key role in reducing harmful red tide blooms impacting the Bay Area.
Tampa’s tree canopy matches 20-year low after 2024 hurricanes: Here's how it impacts your energy bill
A post-storm tree canopy analysis conducted by the city of Tampa, the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has quantified the environmental toll of Hurricanes Helene and Milton on the city’s tree canopy.
A post-storm tree canopy analysis conducted by the city of Tampa, the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has quantified the environmental toll of Hurricanes Helene and Milton on the city’s tree canopy.
Social media threats spike across Bay Area: Here's how to protect yourself online
FBI agents in the Tampa Bay area say they've seen a spike in threats, specifically social media threats.
FBI agents in the Tampa Bay area say they've seen a spike in threats, specifically social media threats.
Driver arrested after trying to make illegal U-turn that caused serious I-75 crash in Hillsborough County
A Citrus Springs man was arrested after trying to make an illegal U-turn that caused a serious crash on I-75 near the Hillsborough - Manatee County line Monday afternoon.
A Citrus Springs man was arrested after trying to make an illegal U-turn that caused a serious crash on I-75 near the Hillsborough - Manatee County line Monday afternoon.
'Pride of Tampa' festivities: New team quickly works to keep tradition alive
Tampa Pride may be taking a breather, but the celebration is far from over.
Tampa Pride may be taking a breather, but the celebration is far from over.
Tampa father shares 150-pound transformation in new book: ‘Not done yet’
Over the years, physical limitations for Tampa native Chris Garrido were a quiet thief.
Over the years, physical limitations for Tampa native Chris Garrido were a quiet thief.
Ybor City cigar factory home set for major restoration after getting 'Historic Landmark' designation
A piece of Ybor City’s smoking history is getting a second life. The Nieto-Fuente House, a building that served as the original home of the Arturo Fuente Cigar Company, has been cleared for a massive restoration project that aims to bridge the gap between Ybor’s past and its modern future.
A piece of Ybor City’s smoking history is getting a second life. The Nieto-Fuente House, a building that served as the original home of the Arturo Fuente Cigar Company, has been cleared for a massive restoration project that aims to bridge the gap between Ybor’s past and its modern future.
Florida education leaders taking aim at student ‘walkout’ demonstrations during school hours
Tensions between local student activists and state education officials are escalating, as Wharton High School became the latest site for demonstrations against federal immigration policies.
Tensions between local student activists and state education officials are escalating, as Wharton High School became the latest site for demonstrations against federal immigration policies.
Brush fire breaks out near Lazy Days RV Center as firefighters battle blaze in Lithia: HCFR
Crews with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battled two brush fires on Monday afternoon, including one that destroyed an RV and another that broke out near LazyDays RV Center.
Crews with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battled two brush fires on Monday afternoon, including one that destroyed an RV and another that broke out near LazyDays RV Center.