Spring Break season expected to bring record number of travelers to TPA

Tourism is one of Florida's biggest economic drivers, and for many visiting the state, Tampa International Airport is the first and last thing they see.  

Circle C owner sells ranch for $2.7 million but her passion for teaching children sticking around

It’s hard to put a value on the happy faces of children, but put those children on horses, and you have what they built at Circle C Ranch Academy, South of Gandy, in Tampa. Sally Harris Williamson has owned it for more than 40 years. 

Rip Current Awareness Week provides important reminder to beachgoers

This week is Rip Current Awareness Week, and while many longtime Floridians are aware of the risks, newcomers to the state may not be as familiar. Years ago, Jerry Ofterhoudt learned firsthand just how dangerous rip currents can be.

University of Tampa swimmers ready to make a splash at Nationals

The University of Tampa Spartans swim team is ready to make a National splash. The Spartans qualified and are sending a school record 27 men and women to the Division II National Championships in Indianapolis. On the women's side the Spartans are sending the maximum allowed 18 women.

Tampa man experiencing 'uncontrollable tremors' treated through focused ultrasound at TGH

Holding a cup of coffee may not seem monumental, but for David Sherwood, it's nothing short of a blessing. It's a reminder of one of the simple things he wasn't able to do for years.

Gator attack victim airlifted from Plant City park after apparent bite

Rescue crews airlifted a victim to the hospital after an apparent alligator attack in Edward Medard Conservation Park Monday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue. 

Hillsborough County School Board delays boundaries decision

On Tuesday, the Hillsborough County School Board decided to delay the first vote on a proposal to change the boundaries for students attending some schools in an attempt to save money, make bus routes shorter and serve students more efficiently.

'Stay at the scene': Florida averages 100,000 hit-and-run crashes per year, troopers say

In recent years Florida has averaged around 100,000 hit-and-run crashes per year, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. In Hillsborough County alone, law enforcement agencies have been responding to around 300 hit-and-runs per month. 

Mini golf course, exhibit made from toothpicks among new attractions at MOSI

It’s a place where learning meets fun. And now the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) in Tampa is unveiling a new mini golf course that teaches science through play.

Memorial for those buried at forgotten African American cemetery unveiled at King High School

The Hillsborough County school district unveiled a memorial on the King High School campus Monday dedicated to the people buried at Ridgewood Cemetery, a forgotten African American burial ground.

Two top members of Latin Kings arrested in Hillsborough County, sheriff says

Expensive cars, jewelry and guns were all part of daily life for two high-ranking Latin King gang members recently arrested during a three-month narcotics operation in Hillsborough County.