Safe Summer Series: Teen takeover prevention programs grow in Tampa
The Safe Summer Series continued on Thursday night with a basketball tournament, video game tournament, crafting event, social media competition and most importantly, an opportunity for kids to socialize in a safe way.
The Safe Summer Series continued on Thursday night with a basketball tournament, video game tournament, crafting event, social media competition and most importantly, an opportunity for kids to socialize in a safe way.
Dry weather prompts fire, safety warnings ahead of Fourth of July holiday in Tampa
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Florida Senate race: Ashley Moody readies for election fight against Alex Vindman
Sen. Ashley Moody is four months away from facing Florida voters to see if they want her to remain in the U.S. Senate. Moody, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2025 to replace Marco Rubio, is now seeking her first full term.
Sen. Ashley Moody is four months away from facing Florida voters to see if they want her to remain in the U.S. Senate. Moody, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2025 to replace Marco Rubio, is now seeking her first full term.
Tampa International Airport unveils progress on new 16-gate Airside D terminal
Tampa International Airport officials provided the public with the first detailed look at the future of the airport as construction continues on the airport's new Airside D terminal.
Tampa International Airport officials provided the public with the first detailed look at the future of the airport as construction continues on the airport's new Airside D terminal.
USF announces new off-campus housing safety measures after student murders
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Tampa realtor creates digital neighborhood project for America's 250th anniversary
Tampa realtor Ignacio Torano created a digital tribute to celebrate the history, culture and personality of neighborhoods across the region.
Tampa realtor Ignacio Torano created a digital tribute to celebrate the history, culture and personality of neighborhoods across the region.
Missing Tampa mom, children safely located
A Tampa mother who was reported missing along with her three children on Tuesday has been safely located. Her children were located safely on Tuesday night.
A Tampa mother who was reported missing along with her three children on Tuesday has been safely located. Her children were located safely on Tuesday night.
DeSantis uses new Florida law to flag 90 foreign terrorist organizations
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that the state intends to use a new law to officially designate and combat domestic and foreign terrorist groups operating within its borders.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that the state intends to use a new law to officially designate and combat domestic and foreign terrorist groups operating within its borders.
'Liberty by the Bay': Tampa to mark America's 250th anniversary with expanded Fourth of July celebration
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
Fourth of July fireworks could trigger influx of lost pets at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
Tampa Bay area restaurants struggle: More than 20 local spots close or rebrand
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.
STEM Achievers summer program: Free technology camp held in Brandon
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Middle school students completed a free three-week technology camp at the Hillsborough College Brandon campus by presenting their own amusement park designs. The immersive program used coding, virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools to teach cutting-edge skills.
Rain and storms move across Bay Area chipping away at drought conditions
A weak front is bringing heavy rain and scattered storms across Florida today, placing almost all of the Bay Area under a marginal risk for excessive rainfall.
A weak front is bringing heavy rain and scattered storms across Florida today, placing almost all of the Bay Area under a marginal risk for excessive rainfall.
Hillsborough County man accused of attacking store owner during $50K jewelry robbery at University Square Mall
A 28-year-old man was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say he posed as a customer before attacking a jewelry store owner during a robbery at University Square Mall, where he stole approximately $50,000 worth of merchandise.
A 28-year-old man was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say he posed as a customer before attacking a jewelry store owner during a robbery at University Square Mall, where he stole approximately $50,000 worth of merchandise.
Tampa designer crafts 'prosperity pillows' for America’s 250th birthday celebration
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, Tampa interior designer Karen Post is marking the milestone through craftsmanship.
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, Tampa interior designer Karen Post is marking the milestone through craftsmanship.
Tampa water quality: New first-of-its-kind treatment facility to remove forever chemicals
The city of Tampa is building a new facility that will use Suspended Ion Exchange (SIX) treatment technology to remove PFAS and organic matter from the local water supply.
The city of Tampa is building a new facility that will use Suspended Ion Exchange (SIX) treatment technology to remove PFAS and organic matter from the local water supply.
Tesla crashes into porch of North Tampa home; TECO responds to downed power line: Police
A Tesla crashed into the front porch of a home in the North Tampa area Tuesday morning, according to the Tampa Police Department. Officers are investigating whether speed played a role in the wreck.
A Tesla crashed into the front porch of a home in the North Tampa area Tuesday morning, according to the Tampa Police Department. Officers are investigating whether speed played a role in the wreck.
Brandon Fourth of July parade changes locations due to pipeline construction
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
J.C. Newman rolls America 250 cigars from historic Ybor City factory
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Detroit Lions release Terrion Arnold after Tampa kidnapping, armed robbery arrest
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was released from the team nearly a week after he turned himself in for his alleged role in a targeted Tampa kidnapping and armed robbery.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was released from the team nearly a week after he turned himself in for his alleged role in a targeted Tampa kidnapping and armed robbery.