Hot spots to find affordable housing around Tampa Bay

Finding an affordable home in the Tampa Bay area is difficult right now, but our real estate expert has some tips for where to look at how to buy that could make all the difference.

Tampa Chick-fil-A light display becomes multi-generation tradition

The switch has officially been flipped at the Tampa Chick-fil-A on Waters Avenue. Nearly one million light bulbs make up the Christmas light display, which has become a Tampa staple during the holiday season -- and it’s a tradition that now spans generations.

The Great Resignation: Survey finds employees want flexibility, but are managers ready to oblige?

The 'Great Resignation' is real. The number of people leaving their jobs is at a record high, with employees citing work-life balance and burnout as top reasons for making a change. A new survey suggests it could get worse if companies don’t make workplace changes of their own.

After double-murder conviction, state makes case that Tyrone Johnson deserves to die

Over the next few days, a jury will decide if Tyrone Johnson, convicted of murdering his girlfriend Stephanie and her 10-year-old son during an argument over television, will face the death penalty.

Beware shopping scams delivered through deceptive social media ads, BBB says

Scammers are targeting online shoppers more than ever, according to the Better Business Bureau, which released its annual list of top holiday scams Monday.

Tampa demonstrators show support for Cuban protests for second day in a row

Several dozen demonstrators in Tampa on Monday again called for an end to the Cuban dictatorship, joining planned rallies around the world in support of the Cuban people. 

Tampa Airport passengers can now bypass ticket levels, head straight to gate

Tampa International Airport is about to open express curbside check-in to allow passengers without checked bags to quickly get to their plane. The airport is the first in the country with the service.

Mike Alstott donates Thanksgiving dinners to all 46 HCFR stations

Hillsborough County firefighters won't have to worry about shopping for Thanksgiving this year thanks to a former Buccaneer.

2 rescued after small plane winds up in water off Davis Islands

The plane came down in Hillsborough Bay, not far from Peter O. Knight Airport. Officials said, according to the pilot, the plane was experiencing possible engine trouble.

‘Like a gym for a quick snooze’: Tampa business offers pods for power naps

A downtown Tampa business is dedicated to napping, offering a place for people to take a power nap and get that much-needed energy boost for the rest of the day.

Woman in wheelchair killed in Tampa crash, police say

Tampa police say they are investigating a crash that led to the death of a woman in a wheelchair.

Cuban freedom marches continue in Tampa and across the nation

About 100 demonstrators marched from the Cuban Club to Jose Marti Park in Ybor City on Sunday to show solidarity for the Cuban freedom movement.

Carnival cruises return to Tampa following 20-month hiatus

Carnival’s Pride set sail from Tampa over the weekend, marking the cruise line’s return to Port Tampa after 20 months.

Small, minority-owned construction businesses get boost from USF

With construction in high demand and stiff competition to get contracts, the University of South Florida just launched a free small business mentorship program to help build diversity within the industry.