Tampa protesters call for ICE to leave communities after deadly shooting in Minneapolis
A day after a woman was killed by an ICE agent in Minnesota, a demonstration took place Thursday night outside Tampa City Hall.
A day after a woman was killed by an ICE agent in Minnesota, a demonstration took place Thursday night outside Tampa City Hall.
AquaFence considers move to Tampa as city named among top 5 for business headquarters in survey
A life-saving business is eyeing Tampa as its new United States headquarters.
A life-saving business is eyeing Tampa as its new United States headquarters.
Tampa leaders to ask for 1-year extension on $10M grant tied to South Howard Flood Relief project
Tampa City Council narrowly approved requesting an extension to a previously-approved grant funding agreement with the state that would help finance a massive stormwater project in South Tampa.
Tampa City Council narrowly approved requesting an extension to a previously-approved grant funding agreement with the state that would help finance a massive stormwater project in South Tampa.
Tampa Police Department rolls out virtual reality training pods to practice de-escalation techniques
The Tampa Police Department rolls out new virtual reality pods, so officers can practice de-escalation techniques.
The Tampa Police Department rolls out new virtual reality pods, so officers can practice de-escalation techniques.
Bruno Mars is bringing 'The Romantic Tour' to Tampa in September: Here's how you can get tickets
Bruno Mars is releasing a new song on Friday and announced that his long-awaited fourth solo album "The Romantic" will be released on Feb. 27.
Bruno Mars is releasing a new song on Friday and announced that his long-awaited fourth solo album "The Romantic" will be released on Feb. 27.
United Way Suncoast launches '102 Days of Impact,' shifting focus from celebration to action
United Way Suncoast is marking its 102nd year by launching “102 Days of Impact," a months-long effort focused on volunteerism and community support.
United Way Suncoast is marking its 102nd year by launching “102 Days of Impact," a months-long effort focused on volunteerism and community support.
Kittens rescued in St. Thomas flown to Tampa Bay area due to severe pet overpopulation
Four kittens rescued from St. Thomas arrived at Tampa International Airport last week, thanks to a network of volunteers who turn commercial flights into lifesaving transport missions.
Four kittens rescued from St. Thomas arrived at Tampa International Airport last week, thanks to a network of volunteers who turn commercial flights into lifesaving transport missions.
Tampa General Hospital symposium aimed at combatting human trafficking
As part of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Tampa General Hospital hosted a symposium on Wednesday afternoon.
As part of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Tampa General Hospital hosted a symposium on Wednesday afternoon.
Westbound I-4 lanes closes overnight at Tampa's Malfunction Junction
All westbound lanes of I-4 through downtown Tampa will close overnight, starting at 10 p.m. Wednesday.
All westbound lanes of I-4 through downtown Tampa will close overnight, starting at 10 p.m. Wednesday.
DHS considering FEMA cuts as president’s review commission still waits to present findings
The Homeland Security Secretary reportedly plans to not renew the contracts of up to 1,000 workers who often serve as "boots on the ground" during disaster recovery.
The Homeland Security Secretary reportedly plans to not renew the contracts of up to 1,000 workers who often serve as "boots on the ground" during disaster recovery.
Movers and realtors say Florida ranked second in growth in 2025
More families are packing up and heading to Florida again, according to new data from U-Haul and backed up by movers and real estate professionals across the Tampa Bay area.
More families are packing up and heading to Florida again, according to new data from U-Haul and backed up by movers and real estate professionals across the Tampa Bay area.
Florida State Fair debuts new foods for 2026
The Florida State Fair is right around the corner and that means new, unusual food combinations will be making their debut.
The Florida State Fair is right around the corner and that means new, unusual food combinations will be making their debut.
Dog found dead inside Ruskin home that caught fire: HCFR
A house fire in Ruskin claimed the life of a dog on Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
A house fire in Ruskin claimed the life of a dog on Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Tampa Bay Navy veteran receives wheelchair upgrade
U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class Jerry Wayne Padgett II received a new all-terrain wheelchair on Wednesday morning, courtesy of Freedom Alliance.
U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class Jerry Wayne Padgett II received a new all-terrain wheelchair on Wednesday morning, courtesy of Freedom Alliance.
Portion of Upper Tampa Bay Trail closes for repairs starting on Jan. 7
Hillsborough County has closed a portion of the Upper Tampa Bay Trail, so crews can replace a large culvert underneath the trail that was damaged during Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Hillsborough County has closed a portion of the Upper Tampa Bay Trail, so crews can replace a large culvert underneath the trail that was damaged during Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Nearly century-old American Legion post in Riverview faces possible closure: 'It's home'
Leaders at the American Legion Alafia Post 148 in Riverview say the building itself is now at risk. The post, which is turning 80 this year, is dealing with peeling stucco, roof and gutter problems, and ongoing drainage and septic issues.
Leaders at the American Legion Alafia Post 148 in Riverview say the building itself is now at risk. The post, which is turning 80 this year, is dealing with peeling stucco, roof and gutter problems, and ongoing drainage and septic issues.
Tampa police officer, other driver taken to hospital after crash: TPD
A Tampa police officer and another driver were taken to the hospital after a crash in South Tampa Tuesday evening, according to officials.
A Tampa police officer and another driver were taken to the hospital after a crash in South Tampa Tuesday evening, according to officials.
TECO customers hit with fourth rate hike in last 13 months
Once again, TECO customers are seeing higher electric bills after a new base rate increase. This marks the fourth time TECO bills have gone up over the last 13 months.
Once again, TECO customers are seeing higher electric bills after a new base rate increase. This marks the fourth time TECO bills have gone up over the last 13 months.
Tampa leaders give update on next phase of West River BUILD Project
The next phase of the Tampa West River BUILD project is focused on improving connections between downtown and the surrounding West Tampa neighborhoods.
The next phase of the Tampa West River BUILD project is focused on improving connections between downtown and the surrounding West Tampa neighborhoods.
Tampa Police Department rolls out AI technology to help officers, dispatchers
Tampa police officers have several new AI-powered tools to help them on the scene.
Tampa police officers have several new AI-powered tools to help them on the scene.