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. 

1 injured in Tampa shooting, police say

The Tampa Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting that left one person injured. 

Rare condition makes Florida teen unable to enjoy outdoors, until now

An adrenal condition keeps Jackson Settle indoors, but the Make-A-Wish Foundation found a way to let him enjoy the Florida sun without risking his health.

Steven Lorenzo sentenced to death for murders of Jason Galehouse and Michael Waccholtz in 2003

The long wait for justice has finally ended in a case that has haunted Tampa’s gay community for 20 years. On Friday, Tampa Judge Christopher Sabella sentenced Steven Lorenzo to death for the torture and murders of Michael Waccholtz and Jason Galehouse.

World-class runners tackle Gasparilla Distance Classic

Thousands of participants bolted through the streets of downtown Tampa Saturday morning as the annual Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic kicked off with the 15k and 5k races. 

School board members not distracted by DeSantis' so-called target list

A pair of Hillsborough County school board members refused to be distracted Friday after their names both showed up on Gov. Ron DeSantis' "target list" of school board members he wants to be replaced by candidates who support his education agenda.

PowerSlap pro prepares for the fight of his life

The PowerSlap contest may sound fun, but it could also be as harmful as football or boxing to a person's brain, doctors say.

'The Sound of Music: Youth Edition' on stage in Tampa this weekend

The young students of the Patel Conservatory are ready to present one of the most beloved musicals of all time. "The Sound of Music: Youth Edition" hits the Tampa stage this weekend.

USF ROTC cadets on mission to help the hungry

On Friday, ROTC cadets at the University of South Florida took on a unique mission: a four-mile training ruck with a pack loaded full of non-perishable food items.

Ashley Drive project to reconnect Tampa neighborhoods divided by interstate

The city of Tampa is ready to reconnect neighborhoods divided by I-275. The plan is one of several safety improvement projects in the pipeline.

5-year-old killed on Tampa road after falling out of pickup truck, troopers say

A 5-year-old child passed away after falling out of a moving pickup truck on a Tampa road. Troopers said the vehicle ran over the kid's legs, and they died from their injuries.

Sen. Rick Scott prepares for 2024 battle during stop in Tampa

During a visit to Tampa Thursday, Senator Rick Scott and his staff handed out his "11 Point Plan to Rescue America" brochures, but this time, they included an addendum: "This was never intended to apply to Social Security or Medicare."

Youth leadership council in Tampa hosts virtual forum on body image, social media

The Tampa Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council hosted a virtual community forum Wednesday, to talk about body image, dieting, and using social media in a safe and healthy way.