'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.
Wesley Chapel man arrested after 150 mph motorcycle chase across counties: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a 19-year-old Wesley Chapel man after a high-speed motorcycle chase that began in Tampa and ended in St. Petersburg late Saturday night.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a 19-year-old Wesley Chapel man after a high-speed motorcycle chase that began in Tampa and ended in St. Petersburg late Saturday night.
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event celebrates 49 years of helping animals in need
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event has brought awareness to dogs in need in our community for 49 years.
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event has brought awareness to dogs in need in our community for 49 years.
Dover hit-and-run on MLK Boulevard leaves pedestrian critically injured: FHP
A 33-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash Friday night in Dover, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 33-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash Friday night in Dover, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
These food ideas can help a Super Bowl party host create a win on game day
As you're gearing up for the big game on Sunday, there are plenty of reasons to watch this last game of the NFL season, whether it's for the players, the commercials or simply for the party that surrounds all that football action.
As you're gearing up for the big game on Sunday, there are plenty of reasons to watch this last game of the NFL season, whether it's for the players, the commercials or simply for the party that surrounds all that football action.
Tampa armed robbery suspects accused of assaulting employee at nail salon: Police
Tampa police are investigating an armed robbery at a nail salon on Hillsborough Avenue that left an employee with minor injuries Saturday morning.
Tampa police are investigating an armed robbery at a nail salon on Hillsborough Avenue that left an employee with minor injuries Saturday morning.
Tampa home burglaries net over $137K in stolen property, illegal immigrants arrested: HCSO
Three illegal immigrants are facing charges after deputies linked them to a pair of home burglaries in Tampa that resulted in more than $137,000 in stolen property, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Three illegal immigrants are facing charges after deputies linked them to a pair of home burglaries in Tampa that resulted in more than $137,000 in stolen property, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Rays stadium funding: Could the Community Investment Tax be used in Hillsborough College development?
The Tampa Bay Rays have released renderings of their new desired stadium, but there is no funding plan yet. One potential method of funding is already controversial.
The Tampa Bay Rays have released renderings of their new desired stadium, but there is no funding plan yet. One potential method of funding is already controversial.
Patel Conservatory's 'To the Stars' hopes to start a love of theatre for younger kids
By encouraging participation and interaction, the writer and actors of "To the Stars" foster a love of theater for young kids.
By encouraging participation and interaction, the writer and actors of "To the Stars" foster a love of theater for young kids.
Women’s No. 1 killer in focus as dozens walk Bayshore Boulevard on National Wear Red Day
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Smartwatch Health Alerts: Tampa cardiologist shares when to see a doctor
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.