9 percent of Hillsborough students have opted out of wearing masks
Superintendent Addison Davis says the last-minute mask rule shows Hillsborough County takes public safety seriously while still complying with the governor’s order.
Superintendent Addison Davis says the last-minute mask rule shows Hillsborough County takes public safety seriously while still complying with the governor’s order.
Driver who crashed into Tampa Waffle House hit gas pedal instead of brakes, police say
The driver behind the wheel of the car that crashed into a Waffle House on Sunday was trying to park his vehicle, but ended up crashing into the side of the restaurant, police said Monday.
The driver behind the wheel of the car that crashed into a Waffle House on Sunday was trying to park his vehicle, but ended up crashing into the side of the restaurant, police said Monday.
Tampa police searching for pickup truck involved in deadly hit-and-run
Tampa police detectives are searching for a pickup truck involved in a hit-and-run that led to the death of a pedestrian.
Tampa police detectives are searching for a pickup truck involved in a hit-and-run that led to the death of a pedestrian.
Tampa boy had nightmare in middle of the night, but wasn't scared when real gator arrived at home
A Tampa mom was already wide-awake Sunday morning after her son woke up from a nightmare. Then, they heard scratching noises at the front door, but her son didn't seem to be frightened by the surprise visitor.
A Tampa mom was already wide-awake Sunday morning after her son woke up from a nightmare. Then, they heard scratching noises at the front door, but her son didn't seem to be frightened by the surprise visitor.
Scientists fear second red tide bloom may occur later this summer
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
5 injured, including 1 child, after truck crashes into Tampa Waffle House
Five people were injured Sunday afternoon after a pickup truck crashed into a Tampa Waffle House.
Five people were injured Sunday afternoon after a pickup truck crashed into a Tampa Waffle House.
Tampa teachers get help planning for upcoming school year from their four-legged friends
'Take your Dog to School Day' is an annual tradition at McFarlane Park Elementary School in Tampa that began last year.
'Take your Dog to School Day' is an annual tradition at McFarlane Park Elementary School in Tampa that began last year.
Masks mandatory for Hillsborough County students, parents can opt-out
On Saturday, the Hillsborough County School District announced that face coverings will be required for students at the start of the 2021-22 academic year, but parents or guardians have the option to have their child opt-out of wearing a mask.
On Saturday, the Hillsborough County School District announced that face coverings will be required for students at the start of the 2021-22 academic year, but parents or guardians have the option to have their child opt-out of wearing a mask.
Lombardi trophy on display at COVID-19 pop-up vaccination clinic
In an attempt to increase vaccination rates across the Bay Area, several pop-up vaccination clinics were held on Saturday, just days before the start of a new school year.
In an attempt to increase vaccination rates across the Bay Area, several pop-up vaccination clinics were held on Saturday, just days before the start of a new school year.
Florida reports 23,903 new COVID-19 cases, 93 deaths, 13,348 hospitalizations Saturday
On Saturday, the Centers for Disease Control says the state reported there were 23,903 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed as of Friday, August 6. The Florida Hospital Association reported that 13,348 patients were hospitalized as of Saturday.
On Saturday, the Centers for Disease Control says the state reported there were 23,903 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed as of Friday, August 6. The Florida Hospital Association reported that 13,348 patients were hospitalized as of Saturday.
Tampa officer sues Sig Sauer for alleged defect that caused misfire, injury
A Tampa Police Reserve Officer says his department-issued service weapon fired without pulling the trigger, seriously injuring him. The 30-year veteran of the force is now suing the company that manufactures the firearm.
A Tampa Police Reserve Officer says his department-issued service weapon fired without pulling the trigger, seriously injuring him. The 30-year veteran of the force is now suing the company that manufactures the firearm.
Stay in ICU for COVID patients can cost more than $100K, even with insurance, data shows
Getting COVID-19 could cost more than your health. Many patients are getting medical bills in the thousands or hundreds of thousands after lengthy stays in the hospital.
Getting COVID-19 could cost more than your health. Many patients are getting medical bills in the thousands or hundreds of thousands after lengthy stays in the hospital.
As Spirit Airlines cancels more flights, know your rights as a passenger
Lines of passengers anxious to get home continued to form at Tampa International Airport’s Spirit counter Friday. While getting a refund isn't easy, there are things travelers can try to get their money back.
Lines of passengers anxious to get home continued to form at Tampa International Airport’s Spirit counter Friday. While getting a refund isn't easy, there are things travelers can try to get their money back.
Tampa police search for suspect who stabbed teen to death
A teenager was stabbed to death early Friday morning in Tampa and now police are looking for the killer.
A teenager was stabbed to death early Friday morning in Tampa and now police are looking for the killer.
Florida reports 22,783 new COVID-19 cases, 199 deaths, 12,864 hospitalizations Friday
The state reported there were 22,783 cases of COVID-19 detected Thursday, August 5, and, as of Friday afternoon, 12,864 patients were hospitalized – both numbers marking record highs for the state since the beginning of the pandemic.
The state reported there were 22,783 cases of COVID-19 detected Thursday, August 5, and, as of Friday afternoon, 12,864 patients were hospitalized – both numbers marking record highs for the state since the beginning of the pandemic.
Not enough time to develop opt-out plan, Hillsborough superintendent says, so masks remain optional
Hillsborough County’s superintendent says the school district will not mandate masks for students or staff amid the current COVID-19 spike, despite updated guidance from the state on how to do that.
Hillsborough County’s superintendent says the school district will not mandate masks for students or staff amid the current COVID-19 spike, despite updated guidance from the state on how to do that.
Tampa man faces murder charge after supplying drug that led to fatal overdose
Hillsborough County detectives arrested a Tampa man, saying he supplied a drug that led to another man's death. Now, he faces a murder charge.
Hillsborough County detectives arrested a Tampa man, saying he supplied a drug that led to another man's death. Now, he faces a murder charge.
Ed Sheeran to headline NFL’s kickoff concert in Tampa next month
Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida next month before the Bucs face off against the Cowboys.
Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida next month before the Bucs face off against the Cowboys.
With nearly 240 unsolved cases, Hillsborough sheriff launches cold case unit
There are nearly 240 cold cases in Hillsborough County, leading officials to create a separate unit to help the loved ones of victims find closure sooner than later.
There are nearly 240 cold cases in Hillsborough County, leading officials to create a separate unit to help the loved ones of victims find closure sooner than later.
Monoclonal antibody treatments work against delta variant when taken in first week of symptoms: doctors
Monoclonal antibody treatments are available for Floridians who get COVID-19 and doctors say the treatment is effective against all the variants.
Monoclonal antibody treatments are available for Floridians who get COVID-19 and doctors say the treatment is effective against all the variants.