Florida meteorologists clear up how weather balloons work as curiosity grows
High altitude "objects" and balloons are grabbing headlines, with the U.S. shooting down four in the last week. But how many objects are floating above at any given moment, for legitimate purposes?
High altitude "objects" and balloons are grabbing headlines, with the U.S. shooting down four in the last week. But how many objects are floating above at any given moment, for legitimate purposes?
Tampa rapper charged in pregnant girlfriend's murder denied bond, requests gag order
Billy Adams is accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Alana Sims, just three days after a jury acquitted him on separate double-murder charges. he was denied bond Monday, which would have been Sims' 23rd birthday. His lawyer was also denied a gag order in the case.
Billy Adams is accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Alana Sims, just three days after a jury acquitted him on separate double-murder charges. he was denied bond Monday, which would have been Sims' 23rd birthday. His lawyer was also denied a gag order in the case.
Hillsborough superintendent to introduce fourth option for school boundary changes
The new week brings a new phase for Hillsborough County public school administrators who have been working on new boundaries. They're set to present a fourth option to board members Monday.
The new week brings a new phase for Hillsborough County public school administrators who have been working on new boundaries. They're set to present a fourth option to board members Monday.
Super Bowl exposure 2 years ago set Bay Area restaurants up for continued success
Tampa’s Super Bowl 55 game set the national spotlight on local businesses, and that exposure was transformative for two Tampa restaurants.
Tampa’s Super Bowl 55 game set the national spotlight on local businesses, and that exposure was transformative for two Tampa restaurants.
Tampa still feeling impact of Super Bowl LV 2 years after being host city
Being a Super Bowl host city has long-lasting economic effects.
Being a Super Bowl host city has long-lasting economic effects.
Alligator with taped snout trapped in Brandon retention pond: ‘It’s inhumane’
A Hillsborough County woman is hoping to get help rescuing an alligator from her community’s retention pond.
A Hillsborough County woman is hoping to get help rescuing an alligator from her community’s retention pond.
‘Bark in the Park’ raises money, helps animals find forever homes
Hundreds of dog lovers gathered in Curtis Hixon Park Saturday for the annual ‘Bark in the Park’ to benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
Hundreds of dog lovers gathered in Curtis Hixon Park Saturday for the annual ‘Bark in the Park’ to benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
‘My Warrior’s Place’ retreat center in jeopardy due to land dispute
It was designed to be a safe refuge and bring healing and hope to all veterans and military service members who have returned home.
It was designed to be a safe refuge and bring healing and hope to all veterans and military service members who have returned home.
'That's my legacy': Bay Area jeweler played key role in Buccaneers Super Bowl ring design
When Tom Brady secured ring number 7 with the Bucs, he knew he wanted something different and a Bay Area jeweler helped make it happen.
When Tom Brady secured ring number 7 with the Bucs, he knew he wanted something different and a Bay Area jeweler helped make it happen.
Hillsborough deputies searching for man accused of trying to rob Brandon bank
An attempted bank robbery suspect is on the run after deputies say he tried to rob a Brandon bank on Friday.
An attempted bank robbery suspect is on the run after deputies say he tried to rob a Brandon bank on Friday.
Woman hit, killed by Amtrak train in Plant City, police say
A woman was hit and killed by an Amtrak train while trying to cross railroad tracks in Plant City, officers say.
A woman was hit and killed by an Amtrak train while trying to cross railroad tracks in Plant City, officers say.
New locally owned cybersecurity company could help Tampa's tech boom reach new heights
Tampa's tech industry boom could reach new heights in the coming years, city leaders said during a ribbon-cutting celebration for a locally owned cybersecurity company Friday.
Tampa's tech industry boom could reach new heights in the coming years, city leaders said during a ribbon-cutting celebration for a locally owned cybersecurity company Friday.
Officials: Hillsborough deputy had breath-alcohol level of 0.177, arrested for DUI
A Hillsborough County deputy is on administrative leave – without pay – after he was arrested on a DUI charge. Officials said his breath-alcohol level was double the legal limit.
A Hillsborough County deputy is on administrative leave – without pay – after he was arrested on a DUI charge. Officials said his breath-alcohol level was double the legal limit.
Hillsborough County superintendent to recommend a new boundary scenario to board
After months of community meetings and online feedback, Hillsborough County parents now have a look at the final plan heading to the school board for new boundaries.
After months of community meetings and online feedback, Hillsborough County parents now have a look at the final plan heading to the school board for new boundaries.
Vintage beer cans spanning generations makes for valuable treasures to local collectors
From a classic Budweiser to a vintage Coors, Joe Older has an impressive collection of wall-to-wall beer cans spanning generations.
From a classic Budweiser to a vintage Coors, Joe Older has an impressive collection of wall-to-wall beer cans spanning generations.
The case against Billy Adams: Court records show evidence gathered in young mother's murder
A Tampa man who was just acquitted of a double-murder after claiming self-defense to a jury has been arrested for killing someone else, and prosecutors say he tried to claim self-defense again.
A Tampa man who was just acquitted of a double-murder after claiming self-defense to a jury has been arrested for killing someone else, and prosecutors say he tried to claim self-defense again.
President Biden speaks at University of Tampa on Social Security, Medicare
Fresh off his State of the Union address, where he touted the formation of 12 million jobs during his administration and the lowest unemployment rate since 1969, President Joe Biden was in Tampa Thursday to discuss the importance of key social programs.
Fresh off his State of the Union address, where he touted the formation of 12 million jobs during his administration and the lowest unemployment rate since 1969, President Joe Biden was in Tampa Thursday to discuss the importance of key social programs.
Wrong ballots sent to 168 Hillsborough County voters following redistricting changes: ‘This is not fraud’
The Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Office is thanking an eagle-eyed voter for discovering a mishap with the Tampa City Council race. Election officials say 168 voters received the wrong ballot in the mail after a mapping mistake by a vendor.
The Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Office is thanking an eagle-eyed voter for discovering a mishap with the Tampa City Council race. Election officials say 168 voters received the wrong ballot in the mail after a mapping mistake by a vendor.
5K at Raymond James Stadium will raise funds for National Pediatric Cancer Foundation
When it comes to treatment, the drugs doctors used can be both toxic and taxing on their small bodies. It's a reason why the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation is working hard to help fund more effective, less toxic treatments – and eventually end childhood cancer.
When it comes to treatment, the drugs doctors used can be both toxic and taxing on their small bodies. It's a reason why the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation is working hard to help fund more effective, less toxic treatments – and eventually end childhood cancer.
Florida State Fair returns to the fairgrounds for 12 days of midway rides, fair food, family fun
February marks fair season at the Florida State Fairgrounds and all the fun and excitement returns Feb 9-20.
February marks fair season at the Florida State Fairgrounds and all the fun and excitement returns Feb 9-20.