New ‘Tampa Bay Timeline’ exhibit explores 14,000 years of regional history
The Tampa Bay History Center unveiled its new Tampa Bay Timeline exhibit on Friday, offering guests a chronological journey through thousands of years of West Central Florida history.
The Tampa Bay History Center unveiled its new Tampa Bay Timeline exhibit on Friday, offering guests a chronological journey through thousands of years of West Central Florida history.
Gasparilla invasion: Law enforcement continues push for boater safety with rough seas expected
As the city of Tampa prepares for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Fest, local law enforcement and fire rescue officials are warning revelers: This year’s invasion may also include a battle against the elements.
As the city of Tampa prepares for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Fest, local law enforcement and fire rescue officials are warning revelers: This year’s invasion may also include a battle against the elements.
Hillsborough County bus aide caught on camera hitting child with autism while driver laughs: HCSO
A Hillsborough County bus aide and driver are facing charges after investigators say they were captured on camera abusing a child with autism.
A Hillsborough County bus aide and driver are facing charges after investigators say they were captured on camera abusing a child with autism.
USF baseball has high hopes for 2026 season
The USF baseball team is ready for the 2026 season to begin.
The USF baseball team is ready for the 2026 season to begin.
Brandon man hospitalized after hitting truck in I-75 construction zone: FHP
A 44-year-old Brandon man was seriously injured Thursday night after crashing his SUV into a truck in a construction zone on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 44-year-old Brandon man was seriously injured Thursday night after crashing his SUV into a truck in a construction zone on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lightning, Bruins to face off in Tampa's first outdoor NHL game
The NHL Stadium Series game between the Lightning and Bruins takes place this Sunday at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa
The NHL Stadium Series game between the Lightning and Bruins takes place this Sunday at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa
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Gasparilla invasion route shifted due to wind forecast
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest has announced that the pirate's invasion route is changing due to the wind forecast.
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest has announced that the pirate's invasion route is changing due to the wind forecast.
Gasparilla wardrobe: Store owners urging Tampa's pirates to wear layers ahead of cold invasion
Time is ticking for last-minute Gasparilla shoppers searching for the perfect pirate costume. A colder-than-usual forecast, though, has changed what people are buying ahead of Saturday’s festivities.
Time is ticking for last-minute Gasparilla shoppers searching for the perfect pirate costume. A colder-than-usual forecast, though, has changed what people are buying ahead of Saturday’s festivities.
Fire sparks at business in Hyde Park Village: Crews
A fire sparked at a business in Hyde Park Village on West Snow Avenue Thursday afternoon, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
A fire sparked at a business in Hyde Park Village on West Snow Avenue Thursday afternoon, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Gasparilla flotilla route shortened due to weather concerns as law enforcement continues safety preps
Due to expected windy conditions, the Gasparilla pirates decided to shorten their flotilla route this year.
Due to expected windy conditions, the Gasparilla pirates decided to shorten their flotilla route this year.
Hillsborough teacher receives life-saving kidney transplant thanks to fellow teacher: ‘We’re kidney sisters’
A Hillsborough County teacher started the new year with a renewed sense of health and hope, thanks to a fellow educator who answered her call for help.
A Hillsborough County teacher started the new year with a renewed sense of health and hope, thanks to a fellow educator who answered her call for help.
Homeschool students learning to put on a show at Patel Conservatory theatre classes
Each Wednesday morning, homeschool students learn the craft of theater through Patel Conservatory classes.
Each Wednesday morning, homeschool students learn the craft of theater through Patel Conservatory classes.
Missing Bradenton man hit by vehicle on I-75 exit ramp: FHP
A 37-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week in Manatee County was seriously injured Wednesday evening after being hit by a vehicle on an Interstate 75 exit ramp, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 37-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week in Manatee County was seriously injured Wednesday evening after being hit by a vehicle on an Interstate 75 exit ramp, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Gasparilla 2026: Cold weather prep underway ahead of potentially coldest parade in Tampa history
With tens of thousands of revelers expected to flood Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, Gasparilla weekend is lining up to feel more like winter than a typical Tampa pirate invasion.
With tens of thousands of revelers expected to flood Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, Gasparilla weekend is lining up to feel more like winter than a typical Tampa pirate invasion.
Tampa City Council take steps to fund South Howard flood relief plans
The long-contested plan to fix chronic flooding in South Tampa’s iconic "SoHo" district faced a critical check-up on Thursday.
The long-contested plan to fix chronic flooding in South Tampa’s iconic "SoHo" district faced a critical check-up on Thursday.
USF College of Nursing receives $2M gift to expand second-degree nursing program
The University of South Florida on Wednesday announced the $2 million donation, which will establish the Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship, designed to make the college’s accelerated bachelor’s in nursing program more accessible.
The University of South Florida on Wednesday announced the $2 million donation, which will establish the Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship, designed to make the college’s accelerated bachelor’s in nursing program more accessible.
Tips on how to improve your home in the cold
Winter is back in Tampa Bay and experts say you can improve your home's energy efficiency to keep your heating bill low.
Winter is back in Tampa Bay and experts say you can improve your home's energy efficiency to keep your heating bill low.
Choppy, windy conditions expected for Gasparilla flotilla, could be dangerous: Police
A windy forecast ahead of Gasparilla is raising safety concerns, as crowded waterways and choppy conditions could create dangerous situations.
A windy forecast ahead of Gasparilla is raising safety concerns, as crowded waterways and choppy conditions could create dangerous situations.
Tampa, St. Pete homicides, other crimes drop to lowest level in 50+ years — here’s what helped
As officers begin their shifts, new stats are showing their hard work is paying off in a big way. Both St. Petersburg and Tampa marked the lowest number of homicides in 2025 in more than 50 years.
As officers begin their shifts, new stats are showing their hard work is paying off in a big way. Both St. Petersburg and Tampa marked the lowest number of homicides in 2025 in more than 50 years.