Hillsborough County teachers informed by email they don't have a job next year
Dozens of Hillsborough County teachers Monday were still processing an email they received from the district at the end of last week informing them they're being laid off.
Dozens of Hillsborough County teachers Monday were still processing an email they received from the district at the end of last week informing them they're being laid off.
Florida State Fair gearing up for 11 days of fun and food
Preparations are being finalized ahead of the Florida State Fair's opening weekend. The 11-day event kicks off Thursday, April 22 and lasts through Sunday, May 2.
Preparations are being finalized ahead of the Florida State Fair's opening weekend. The 11-day event kicks off Thursday, April 22 and lasts through Sunday, May 2.
After three years of construction, Selmon Expressway extension opens
The ribbon was cut Monday on the long-awaited Selmon Expressway West Extension. The 1.9-mile, $230-million bridge carries traffic above crowded Gandy Boulevard in Tampa, connecting the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway with the Gandy Bridge.
The ribbon was cut Monday on the long-awaited Selmon Expressway West Extension. The 1.9-mile, $230-million bridge carries traffic above crowded Gandy Boulevard in Tampa, connecting the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway with the Gandy Bridge.
Fighting lung disease one step at a time
Participants climbed 900 steps at Raymond James Stadium to raise money and awareness for the American Lung Association during the 16th annual Fight for Air Climb.
Participants climbed 900 steps at Raymond James Stadium to raise money and awareness for the American Lung Association during the 16th annual Fight for Air Climb.
6,834 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 35 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,834 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,168,901
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,834 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,168,901
Pirates didn’t plunder this year, but hundreds kept the Gasparilla spirit alive with alternative boat parade
Boaters, who were disappointed the city of Tampa canceled Gasparilla due to COVID-19 concerns, set sail on Saturday for an alternative parade.
Boaters, who were disappointed the city of Tampa canceled Gasparilla due to COVID-19 concerns, set sail on Saturday for an alternative parade.
Tampa activists rally for justice in Daunte Wright case
People took to the streets in Tampa Saturday to call for justice for 20-year-old Daunte Wright, who was shot and killed last Sunday by a Minnesota police officer.
People took to the streets in Tampa Saturday to call for justice for 20-year-old Daunte Wright, who was shot and killed last Sunday by a Minnesota police officer.
Boaters set sail for alternative Gasparilla boat parade
Hundreds of boaters held an alternative Gasparilla boat parade Saturday, triggering excitement among Gasparilla fans and COVID-19 concerns among health experts.
Hundreds of boaters held an alternative Gasparilla boat parade Saturday, triggering excitement among Gasparilla fans and COVID-19 concerns among health experts.
6,323 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 74 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
Man, woman arrested for burglarizing, stealing multiple vehicles, deputies say
Hillsborough County deputies arrested Ashley McCabe, 35, and Brian Martin, 35, after they say the pair stole at least five cars and burglarized several others in the Westchase, Odessa, and Tampa areas between March 29 and April 12.
Hillsborough County deputies arrested Ashley McCabe, 35, and Brian Martin, 35, after they say the pair stole at least five cars and burglarized several others in the Westchase, Odessa, and Tampa areas between March 29 and April 12.
Rescued brown pelicans find home at Florida Aquarium
While the image people may get when they hear about the Florida Aquarium is flashy fish and awesome aquatic life, the venue houses about 9,000 animals and not all of them live underwater.
While the image people may get when they hear about the Florida Aquarium is flashy fish and awesome aquatic life, the venue houses about 9,000 animals and not all of them live underwater.
Straz Center plans to bring Broadway back with full house this fall
After more than a year on pause, Broadway is making its return to Tampa's Straz Center.
After more than a year on pause, Broadway is making its return to Tampa's Straz Center.
Despite increased eligibility, demand for COVID-19 vaccine is decreasing
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
‘Don’t touch the thermostat’: 6 Lightning fans can chill out in coolest Airbnb listing for charity
The Tampa Bay Lightning is listing its Amalie Arena home on Airbnb for one night, which includes spending the night in a luxury loft right next to the Stanley Cup.
The Tampa Bay Lightning is listing its Amalie Arena home on Airbnb for one night, which includes spending the night in a luxury loft right next to the Stanley Cup.
Plea deal almost goes up in smoke after 'nervous' defendant gets high before court
Luis Angel Lopez said he was nervous about going to jail for breaking into a home and stealing a television, so he smoked marijuana before going before a judge to take a plea deal.
Luis Angel Lopez said he was nervous about going to jail for breaking into a home and stealing a television, so he smoked marijuana before going before a judge to take a plea deal.
7,296 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 92 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
Volunteers escorting body of WWII veteran from Tampa to Kentucky in three-day journey
A group of Tampa volunteers with the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association are escorting a veteran to his final resting place in Kentucky.
A group of Tampa volunteers with the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association are escorting a veteran to his final resting place in Kentucky.
Final Selmon Expressway extension over Gandy Blvd. opens Monday
The construction of an elevated bridge over Gandy Boulevard has been going on for nearly three years. The West Extension of the Selmon Expressway is now complete and will open to drivers Monday, April 19.
The construction of an elevated bridge over Gandy Boulevard has been going on for nearly three years. The West Extension of the Selmon Expressway is now complete and will open to drivers Monday, April 19.
Photos: Car pierced by utility pole on W Sligh Avenue
A single-vehicle crash closed part of W Sligh Avenue, near N Orleans Ave., for several hours Thursday as crews tried to figure out how to remove the mangled mess.
A single-vehicle crash closed part of W Sligh Avenue, near N Orleans Ave., for several hours Thursday as crews tried to figure out how to remove the mangled mess.
Early tinkering with drones leads to full-time business for Tampa man
Joshua Newby has always had a fascination with technology, going back to his days in the U.S. Navy. But it really took off when he began tinkering with drones.
Joshua Newby has always had a fascination with technology, going back to his days in the U.S. Navy. But it really took off when he began tinkering with drones.