Next Generation Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' returns to Straz Center

The Next Generation Ballet is coming back to the stage with "The Nutcracker" at the Straz Center in Tampa this weekend. 

ZooTampa announces multi-year plan to expand to Hillsborough River

In newly released plans to expand its footprint in Tampa, ZooTampa officials announced a $125 million transformation of its current park that will take two decades to finish. This includes expanding its manatee rescue area and creating a new "realm" while revamping current ones to showcase animals from around the world.

Tampa city council rejects recommendation for Harbour Island hotel

Harbour Island neighbors once again filled Tampa city council chambers fighting to keep a 10-story hotel out of their community. 

Convicted murderer Matthew Terry wants new trial

A Hillsborough County man who was found guilty of first-degree murder wants a new trial because his attorneys lied to him. 

Hillsborough schools superintendent says boundary changes are necessary; measure will save district millions

The goal is to make more efficient use of schools, as the consultant group leading the project found many schools are overcrowded or under capacity. Depending on which scenario is chosen, between 11,000 students and 24,000 could be rezoned into different schools.

Liquor Depot to sell exclusive Jack Daniel's bottle to benefit Alstott's foundation

With the spirits business booming, a Tampa man found a way to give back this holiday season. It's a special hand-picked bottle of some of the world's most famous whiskey with all proceeds going to a familiar local non-profit.

Transportation officials making progress on new Howard Frankland Bridge

The Florida Department of Transportation is closing out 2022 with a lot checked off its to-do list for the Howard Frankland Bridge replacement project in the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa man accused of stalking, attacking woman found guilty by jury

A Tampa man was accused of stalking and attacking a woman he was obsessed with. Now three years later, a jury found him guilty on all counts. 

Henry B. Plant Museum hosts 41st year of Victorian Christmas Stroll

Now in its 41st year, the Victorian Christmas Stroll at the Henry B. Plant Museum is giving historical holiday tours that will continue through December 23. 

Body found in Tampa Bay under bridge to Davis Islands; TPD investigating

Human remains were found in near the bridges going to Davis Islands and Tampa police are now trying to determine how the man died. It's the third body to be discovered in the water in the Tampa Bay area in the past several days.