Tampa judge to hear lawsuit brought by military members to stop vaccine mandates

A Christian organization is suing to try and stop vaccine mandates for military members, saying religious exemption requests are not being approved.

Moffitt doctors say they're closing in on cures for certain common cancers

Not too many years ago, finding a cure for cancer sounded like science fiction, but not anymore. Especially for certain kinds of cancer related to HPV.

Tampa Bay Water: Population growth means millions more gallons needed by 2028

The Tampa Bay area continues to be one of the fastest growing in the United States. But while it’s leading to a booming local economy, environmental managers are working to make sure the region can keep up with the growing demand for drinking water.

Tampa chef's pop-up dinners delight foodies looking for something different

A Tampa-based personal chef is hosting pop-up dinners to highlight foods and locations that might not get the representation they otherwise deserve.

Tampa teen arrested for shooting death of 17-year-old in Sarasota

Tampa police arrested a teen suspect involved in the deadly shooting of another teenager in Sarasota. Detectives are still searching for a second suspect.

Element apartments in downtown Tampa faces lawsuit over water main break

Some residents of the Element high-rise in downtown Tampa are suing the building's owner following a massive water main break that occurred last summer.

Jesuit grad overcame 'hostile' road games, violence to become Univ. of Florida's first Black player

"Leonard George and the Tigers" debuts Tuesday at the Tampa Theatre and tells the story of the first Black football player at the University of Florida. He graduated from Jesuit High School in Tampa and recounts the struggles he and teammates endured -- and how teammates helped him overcome.

Temple Terrace leaders hold special session in wake of bribery scandal

Temple Terrance city council members are now tasked with restoring the community's trust in the wake of the recent bribery scandal.

Sulphur Springs residents want 'actions behinds ideas' to end gun violence

Neighbor after neighbor stepped up to the mic Monday to share what they think is missing to protect Tampa’s residents as part of the second community forum on gun violence with Tampa police. 

Rays stadium in Ybor City would cost nearly $800M, study shows

As the city of Tampa and Hillsborough County continue to push for the Tampa Bay Rays to move to Ybor City with a new ballpark, the cost of a new stadium is coming into focus.

Bay Area recovery center helping young adults create a brighter future

A Tampa area organization working with families who are battling substance abuse is now expanding to meet the growing need among young people.

Once sold as 'colored property,' Carver City and Lincoln Gardens now golden real estate

World War II was winding down and at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, young, Black veterans faced segregation, but they also found opportunity in the government-subsidized properties of Lincoln Gardens and Carver City.

Tampa tenants fight back after receiving notices to vacate with little warning

Residents at the Holly Court Apartments in Tampa are fighting for answers and change after receiving non-renewal notices and notices to vacate on New Year’s Eve.

HCSO deputy's fatal shooting of 88-year-old retired Tampa officer was justified, state attorney says

Prosecutors say a Hillsborough deputy who shot and killed an 88-year-old Riverview man last December in his home was justified. The deputy had gone into the home to perform a welfare check on the retired Tampa officer, who was armed with a gun and not wearing his glasses or hearing aids at the time.

Good Samaritan struck by car, killed after stopping to help motorists involved in I-75 crash in Gibsonton

A Tampa man stopped to help after coming across a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Gibsonton. While assisting, a semi-truck crashed into one of the cars involved causing it to strike the good Samaritan, killing him.

For three decades, this Bucs fan has made RayJay’s green turf presentable for all home games

While fans celebrate each win at the Raymond James Stadium, there is one fan that makes sure the Bucs look good all year long -- the “Turf and Grounds Manager." After three decades of overseeing the home turf, he will be retiring on a high note.

HCFR: 5 adults, 4 children lose home after fire destroys 4 units at Del Rio Apartments

Four units at the Del Rio Apartments, located at 6603 N 50th Street, have been deemed a total loss following a fire Sunday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue. 

'We're back!' Kojaks House of Ribs reopens in Seffner

Kojaks House of Ribs was a South Tampa staple for 43 years but owner Chris Forney, who sold the barbeque restaurant last year, is hoping to have the same success in Seffner.