Tampa stabbing leaves man hospitalized, 1 arrested: Police

A man is recovering in a hospital after a stabbing in Ybor City early Friday morning led to an arrest, according to the Tampa Police Department. 

TPA to replace 54-year-old air traffic control tower with FAA-approved funding

Tampa International Airport is set to build a new $155 million air traffic control tower to replace its aging facility, including $18 million in modern technology from the Federal Aviation Administration.

USF grad's '9Yaps' app connects students to local business deals

A former food delivery driver turned entrepreneur is finding new ways to connect students with nearby local businesses through a custom-built mobile app called 9Yaps.

Gas Dash brings fuel delivery straight to Tampa drivers

Gas Dash expanded its app-based mobile fuel delivery service into the Tampa area to allow drivers to get gasoline delivered directly to their parked vehicles.

Tampa waives pool fees as heat index hits 112 degrees

Tampa officials are waiving entrance fees for all 12 city-operated public pools on days when heat advisories are active, providing families relief as heat index values reach 112 degrees.

Tropical waves face high wind shear ahead of September peak

A quiet stretch across the Atlantic is keeping tropical waves from developing as unfavorable conditions stifle storm formation near the Caribbean.

City of Tampa highlights backyard 'ADUs' amid high housing costs, affordability challenges

On Wednesday, the city of Tampa highlighted accessory dwelling units – often called ADUs – as a potential option to fight high housing costs and the housing affordability crisis. 

Former Bay Area QB Stephen Garcia prepares for surgery, foundation's fundraiser

Former Jefferson High School and University of South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia is gearing up for surgery next month after he recently completed chemotherapy and pelvic radiation for stage 4 colorectal cancer.

Howard Frankland Bridge Express Lanes: Electronic tolling begins Saturday

Drivers crossing Old Tampa Bay on Interstate 275 will soon pay electronic tolls as new Express Lanes open on the Howard Frankland Bridge on Saturday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation. 

Tampa investing $2.2 million to flood-proof Forest Hills wastewater station

Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton flooded parts of Forest Hills, the City of Tampa is upgrading critical infrastructure in the northwest Tampa neighborhood.

Plant City Police Department launches A.I. dispatcher for non-emergency calls

The next time you call the Plant City Police Department’s non-emergency line you may be communicating with ‘AVA’, the agency’s new Aurelian A.I. dispatcher. 

'Reckless' Riverview mom let 11-year-old drive SUV before crashing at 7-Eleven: HCSO

A Riverview mother was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies said she allowed her 11-year-old child with autism to drive an SUV to a gas station, where the child crashed into a concrete barrier.

El Niño suppresses Atlantic storm formation as wind shear intensifies

Environmental conditions across the Atlantic Ocean remain hostile to tropical development as severe wind shear and dry air prevent storms from organizing.

Ruskin dock murder: Man sentenced to life in prison

A Hillsborough County judge sentenced Kamal Padlowski to life in prison Monday after he was convicted of murdering a man on a boat dock.

Rays select builder as funding debate continues for proposed Tampa stadium

The Tampa Bay Rays have selected stadium builder AECOM Hunt for a proposed new ballpark, though local leaders are still working to finalize a financing agreement.