Community advocates say Florida's new immigration law already putting strain on state

Florida’s new immigration law is already making waves one month in, and the state agriculture commissioner said in a recent podcast that there could be unintended consequences of the law.

Tampa opens free cooling centers as heatwave continues

If you need a place to beat the heat, the city of Tampa has opened cooling centers at Parks and Recreation centers due to excessive heat warnings and heat advisories that have impacted the Bay Area this week.

Buccaneers kickoff the preseason without Tom Brady

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a closer quarterback competition than previously thought heading into their first preseason game against the Steelers tonight.

HCSO: 6 teens arrested after stealing vehicles, gun from Fish Hawk, Riverview neighborhoods

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to lock their cars after deputies say six teens, ranging in age from 15-18, broke into more than 10 unlocked cars on Wednesday and stole a gun and several vehicles before being apprehended. 

Teen accused of killing Bradley Hulett warned ‘screw around again and I’m not going to be so forgiving’

Tampa teenager Christopher Ramsey Bevan avoided a felony charge in the shooting death of his friend. Instead, he caught a huge break and was placed on supervised probation for three years.

Federal judge sides with premium cigar makers in discarding FDA rule

A Federal judge sided with premium cigar makers including Tampa's, J.C. Newman Cigar Company in discarding an FDA rule that would have regulated the product as stringently as they do cigarettes.

Hillsborough Clerk of Court works to prevent property crime with new tool for residents

Officials say Hillsborough County is a hotbed for property crime with the FBI ranking the area as third in the nation. Usually, the elderly and residents who have passed away are targeted the most.

Straz Center’s Patel Conservatory hosts World Drumming Summer Camp

The Straz Center’s Patel Conservatory has become the epicenter of rhythmic excitement this summer, as the renowned institution hosted its annual World Drumming Summer Camp. 

COVID-19 cases rise with EG.5 emerging as dominant variant

Just in time for the start of a new school year, doctors say COVID-19 cases are on the rise, but they’re not calling it a "surge."

Bay Area students go back to school

Thursday is a big day for many students across the Bay Area as they head back to class. 

Students are going back to school: Here's what you need to know

As students across Tampa Bay prepare for the first day of school, several tips, reminders and warnings are being issued this week. 

Taking back-to-school pictures? Here's what to know before posting online

As students across the Bay Area prepare for the start of another school year, authorities have a warning to parents about keeping them safe online.

Kidpreneur Club helps children find dream job

A Bay Area non-profit is helping children answer the question of what they want to be when they grow up.