Community pushes for pedestrian safety changes after deadly Ybor City crash

People are asking the city to consider ways to improve safety in Ybor City, specifically on 7th Avenue, where people congregate at night. 

More than half of flights at TPA delayed as government shutdown deal approaches

Tampa International Airport saw more than 200 delays Sunday after the federal government shutdown forced a 4% reduction in air traffic nationwide.

Fresh Mexican concept restaurant tempts Tampa with fresh Southwest flavors

The name means ‘wedding’ and at Boda Authentic Mexican, they marry fresh food with full flavors that bring out the best tasting Southwestern menu in the area. 

Hillsborough deputies bust 7 convenience stores selling synthetic marijuana products

Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested more than a dozen convenience store owners and clerks in a month-long undercover drug operation.

Pure Kitchen offering vegan food that tastes great to customers

At Pure Kitchen Organic Vegan, the website speaks of an all "plant-based" cuisine, and the owners are the creators of the various soups, salads and bowls that come out of the kitchen.

Teen grazed by bullet in Tampa shooting

A shooting investigation is underway in Tampa after a teen was grazed by a bullet near East Cayuga Street and North 30th Street, according to officers. 

Renderings released of USF’s ‘Fletcher District’ multi-use development project

The University of South Florida released new renderings Friday for its Fletcher District project, an area that could become a prime spot for alumni, students and fans.

New proposal could fast-track grocery stores in Florida’s 'food deserts'

State Rep. Michele Rayner has introduced House Bill 337, which would allow local governments to streamline zoning rules and expedite approvals for small-footprint grocery stores offering nutrient-dense foods in food-insecure areas.

Flying out of TPA? Here’s how nationwide flight cancellations could impact the airport

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday which airports will be affected by nationwide flight reductions, prompted by the ongoing government shutdown. Tampa International Airport is on the list of airports required to cut flights.

Fourth TECO rate hike in 12 months finalized, set to take effect in January

Tampa Electric customers will see yet another rate increase in January, following a unanimous vote this week by the Florida Public Service Commission to approve the utility’s latest request.

Family wants Tampa police to reopen review of deadly crash after son died

The family of 20-year-old Ismael Coss got in front of Tampa City Council on Thursday, asking them to take a new look at the crash that claimed his life. 

Florida lawmakers to present bills proposed by Hillsborough students in Tallahassee

In an inspiring move towards civic engagement, students from Hillsborough County are taking their legislative ideas to the state level, with four student-proposed bills set to be presented in the upcoming legislative session in Tallahassee.