Gator Pale Ale becomes first beer brewed using hops grown only in Florida

Craft beers have flooded the market, with so many choices there's hardly time to try them all, but a new brew made with 100% Wimauma-grown hops might be worth a second look.

Jury reaches verdict in Ronnie Oneal's double-murder trial

Prosecutors began their closing arguments the same way they began their opening remarks: with the 911 call from 33-year-old Kenyatta Barron, Ronnie Oneal’s girlfriend, as she pleaded for her life.

Gibsonton 'Wolf Boy' legend inspires new generation of filmmakers

‘The Beast Comes at Midnight’ centers on a young podcaster trying to warn his town of a flesh-eating monster. It will be filming at the International Independent Showmen’s Museum near Gibsonton.

Tampa paints the town purple to raise Alzheimer’s awareness

Sunday, the city of Tampa's buildings and bridges were lit up in purple as a show of support in the fight to end Alzheimer's disease.

Professional pet sitters pleased with post-pandemic prosperity

As families head out on summer vacations, many are hiring professional pet sitters, so their animals can stay at home.  

1 dead, 1 arrested following Brandon crash

Mario Charles Gonzalez, 41, of Plant City, is facing DUI manslaughter charges following a fatal crash Friday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Florida car dealership owner leaves huge legacy in Tampa Bay

"It's going to be huuuuuuuuge." Car dealership owner Billy Fuccillo was known across southwest Florida and upstate New York for his advertisements, but that familiar call to come buy a new car was silenced Thursday when he died in Sarasota, at the age of 65.

Free healthy food program strengthens community

The Harvest Hope Garden in the University area of Tampa is a place where kids and adults in the community can learn how to grow and prepare their food.

You-pick flower season blooms in Plant City berry fields

Fancy Farms, known for its strawberries, decided after the berry season was over they would take a chance on planting something different. Now, they have 10 acres of zinnias and giant sunflowers in full bloom.

Both sides wrap; deliberation in Ronnie Oneal murder trial to begin Monday

"Were you able to draw any conclusions on whether I committed any murder in this case?" double-murder suspect Ronnie Oneal, acting as his own attorney, asked the lead detective in his case. "Yes," the investigator replied, "that's why I arrested you."

Streetcar updates still in the works, despite funding setback

Ridership on Tampa's streetcar is way up, even when compared to pre-pandemic numbers, but the loss of $67 million that would have come from the penny sales tax has created a hurdle for the project.

Lack of exposure to flu, cold viruses during pandemic could put kids at higher risk, doctors warn

As thousands of people return to offices, schools, and packed events, doctors say more sicknesses could start to spread. Medical experts warn that little ones may be the most at risk.

City council to choose additional member of TPD Citizens Review Board

Activists tried one last time to convince Tampa City Council that it should appoint a majority of members to the Tampa Police Civilian Review Board. Instead, the council voted for a 5-5 split with the mayor, and for both to sign off on an eleventh member appointed by the NAACP.