Florida property tax proposal could cut millions from Bay Area city and county budgets
Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for a sweeping property tax cut is roiling local governments, who are beginning to discuss how much revenue they would lose.
Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for a sweeping property tax cut is roiling local governments, who are beginning to discuss how much revenue they would lose.
TECO Manatee Viewing Center and St. Pete Pier compete in USA Today's best free attraction contest
Two Bay Area landmarks are gaining national recognition after being nominated in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for best free attraction.
Two Bay Area landmarks are gaining national recognition after being nominated in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for best free attraction.
Port Tampa Bay approves $36M CEMEX terminal expansion to boost Bay Area's construction material supply
An expansion of one of the terminals at Port Tampa Bay will raise the capacity for crucial materials for infrastructure projects around the region.
An expansion of one of the terminals at Port Tampa Bay will raise the capacity for crucial materials for infrastructure projects around the region.
Florida MICHELIN Guide 2026: Tampa restaurant wins Green Star
The MICHELIN Guide highlighted Tampa's growing culinary scene on Thursday in its landmark first statewide selection in Florida, awarding a Green Star to a Tampa bakery and expanding its regional rankings.
The MICHELIN Guide highlighted Tampa's growing culinary scene on Thursday in its landmark first statewide selection in Florida, awarding a Green Star to a Tampa bakery and expanding its regional rankings.
Car parts left behind at Tampa hit-and-run crash that killed bicyclist
Tampa police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a 19-year-old woman riding a bicycle Monday night on W. Waters Ave.
Tampa police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a 19-year-old woman riding a bicycle Monday night on W. Waters Ave.
Tampa nearing affordable housing goal as city expands programs to keep residents in their homes
Tampa city leaders say the city is making major progress in tackling the affordable housing crisis.
Tampa city leaders say the city is making major progress in tackling the affordable housing crisis.
Advocates push for early gun safety education to prevent teen summer violence
Safety experts warn that teen gun violence may increase during summer break and urge families to talk early and often with children about firearm safety.
Safety experts warn that teen gun violence may increase during summer break and urge families to talk early and often with children about firearm safety.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers push for $1B in Raymond James Stadium upgrades ahead of 2027 lease decision
First, it was the Tampa Bay Rays asking for public funds for a brand-new ballpark. Now, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are pushing for a possible $1 billion renovation package at Raymond James Stadium.
First, it was the Tampa Bay Rays asking for public funds for a brand-new ballpark. Now, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are pushing for a possible $1 billion renovation package at Raymond James Stadium.
Palm River-Clair Mel man arrested in 1998 Pinellas County rape cold case
A Palm River-Clair Mel man was arrested in connection to a 1998 cold case rape investigation after detectives used advanced DNA technology to identify the suspect nearly three decades later, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
A Palm River-Clair Mel man was arrested in connection to a 1998 cold case rape investigation after detectives used advanced DNA technology to identify the suspect nearly three decades later, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida property tax relief: DeSantis calls special legislative session
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he is calling state lawmakers into a special legislative session starting Monday to consider a major reduction in property taxes.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he is calling state lawmakers into a special legislative session starting Monday to consider a major reduction in property taxes.
Tampa's Liberty Smokehouse blends classic French technique with bold BBQ
In this week’s Made In Tampa Bay, we’re introducing you to a veteran and classically trained chef who is bringing refined technique to the world of smoke, fire and bold flavor.
In this week’s Made In Tampa Bay, we’re introducing you to a veteran and classically trained chef who is bringing refined technique to the world of smoke, fire and bold flavor.
John Travolta teams up with University of Tampa professor for directorial debut
A University of Tampa assistant film professor is celebrating a massive career milestone after serving as the cinematographer for actor John Travolta’s first directed feature film.
A University of Tampa assistant film professor is celebrating a massive career milestone after serving as the cinematographer for actor John Travolta’s first directed feature film.
Heather’s Hobbies: Why Sourdough baking is rising again
Sourdough is on the rise as one of the fastest growing hobbies in the country.
Sourdough is on the rise as one of the fastest growing hobbies in the country.
Tampa twins finish as Gaither High School co-valedictorians with 8.24 GPAs
Everything Abigail and Annabelle Smith have done in life, they’ve done together. From the biggest milestones to the smallest everyday moments, it has all led to this.
Everything Abigail and Annabelle Smith have done in life, they’ve done together. From the biggest milestones to the smallest everyday moments, it has all led to this.
Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Deadly shooting in Tampa under investigation: HCSO
A man was shot and killed in Tampa on Wednesday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's office.
A man was shot and killed in Tampa on Wednesday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's office.
Howard Frankland Bridge northbound express and pedestrian lanes now open
New express lanes and pedestrian lanes are now open along the Howard Frankland Bridge.
New express lanes and pedestrian lanes are now open along the Howard Frankland Bridge.
Tampa police investigating related scenes after man found dead in vehicle, woman dies in burned home
Tampa police are investigating the deaths of a man and a woman who knew each other in two connected incidents that happened in the Old Seminole Heights neighborhood early Monday morning.
Tampa police are investigating the deaths of a man and a woman who knew each other in two connected incidents that happened in the Old Seminole Heights neighborhood early Monday morning.
Tampa man loses hundreds to scammers impersonating sheriff's office as more Floridians are targeted by scams
A Tampa man says he lost hundreds of dollars after falling victim to an elaborate scam that convinced him he was speaking with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
A Tampa man says he lost hundreds of dollars after falling victim to an elaborate scam that convinced him he was speaking with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Lutz residents push back with traffic and flooding concerns for proposed private school development
A proposal to build a private K-8 school for up to 1,000 students on 24 acres in Lutz is drawing opposition from nearby residents.
A proposal to build a private K-8 school for up to 1,000 students on 24 acres in Lutz is drawing opposition from nearby residents.