Hillsborough County commissioners discuss impacts of proposed property tax reform, including layoffs
Hillsborough County commissioners are weighing the potential impacts of a proposed property tax reform amendment that Florida voters will decide on this November, as they discussed the proposal for the first time Wednesday.
Hillsborough County commissioners are weighing the potential impacts of a proposed property tax reform amendment that Florida voters will decide on this November, as they discussed the proposal for the first time Wednesday.
Hillsborough County agencies share resources for physical, emotional, and financial elder abuse
Hillsborough County seniors gathered at the Brandon Senior Center on Wednesday to hear experts share tips and resources for spotting physical, emotional, and financial elder abuse.
Hillsborough County seniors gathered at the Brandon Senior Center on Wednesday to hear experts share tips and resources for spotting physical, emotional, and financial elder abuse.
Manor Riverwalk District construction begins on Tampa riverfront
A piece of undeveloped riverfront land in downtown Tampa is transforming into a massive $800 million mixed-use development.
A piece of undeveloped riverfront land in downtown Tampa is transforming into a massive $800 million mixed-use development.
Tropical Storm Arthur forms in Gulf
The first tropical storm of the 2026 hurricane season formed in the Gulf on Wednesday.
The first tropical storm of the 2026 hurricane season formed in the Gulf on Wednesday.
Florida e-bike safety bill: What to know about proposed rules and speed limit changes
Florida lawmakers approved a sweeping transportation bill aimed at regulating e-bikes on public sidewalks and paths after pediatric surgeons raised alarms over a spike in severe traumatic brain injuries.
Florida lawmakers approved a sweeping transportation bill aimed at regulating e-bikes on public sidewalks and paths after pediatric surgeons raised alarms over a spike in severe traumatic brain injuries.
Tampa juice bar owner fights to rebuild after suspected DUI crash, driver arrested
A suspected impaired driver smashed into a Northeast Tampa juice bar, leaving the business owner facing devastating structural damage and fighting to save her community gathering space.
A suspected impaired driver smashed into a Northeast Tampa juice bar, leaving the business owner facing devastating structural damage and fighting to save her community gathering space.
Hillsborough County leaders divided over proposed property tax reform amendment
Hillsborough County leaders are preparing to discuss a new report that warns of significant budget challenges if Florida voters approve a proposed property tax reform amendment this November.
Hillsborough County leaders are preparing to discuss a new report that warns of significant budget challenges if Florida voters approve a proposed property tax reform amendment this November.
Hillsborough County youth fire academy works to build future workforce
The Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Foundation’s Alan D. Anderson Summer Youth Fire Academy is giving 35 local teenagers hands-on experience during a two-week program in June.
The Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Foundation’s Alan D. Anderson Summer Youth Fire Academy is giving 35 local teenagers hands-on experience during a two-week program in June.
Tampa man accused of striking his girlfriend with his car following altercation: HCSO
A Tampa man is facing attempted murder charges after investigators say he struck his girlfriend with a vehicle after they got into an altercation.
A Tampa man is facing attempted murder charges after investigators say he struck his girlfriend with a vehicle after they got into an altercation.
Potential Tropical Cyclone One could become first named storm of 2026 hurricane season
Potential Tropical Cyclone One, which was sitting over Texas on Tuesday morning, has the potential to become the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Potential Tropical Cyclone One, which was sitting over Texas on Tuesday morning, has the potential to become the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Ybor City residents pushing back against proposed Live Nation concert venue
The Gasworx development in Ybor City is growing, but some residents are ready to do what it takes to stop one of the proposed developments.
The Gasworx development in Ybor City is growing, but some residents are ready to do what it takes to stop one of the proposed developments.
Hillsborough County teen creates AI-powered cane for visually impaired
A Hillsborough County student is gaining national attention after inventing an AI-powered cane designed to assist people who are visually impaired.
A Hillsborough County student is gaining national attention after inventing an AI-powered cane designed to assist people who are visually impaired.
What to know before buying a robotic lawn mower
Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) studied some of the earliest robotic lawn mowers, which cut at 2.4 inches, to see if they could maintain St. Augustine grass when run daily.
Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) studied some of the earliest robotic lawn mowers, which cut at 2.4 inches, to see if they could maintain St. Augustine grass when run daily.
Tampa officer accused of unlawful sexual activity with a teen boy he met on dating app
A Tampa police officer was fired Monday after detectives arrested him for alleged unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
A Tampa police officer was fired Monday after detectives arrested him for alleged unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
Concert controversy: Florida leaders, Jewish community unite to protest Ye’s upcoming Tampa concerts
Florida U.S. Senators and local Jewish leaders came together Monday morning to discuss how to put a stop to Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, performing at Raymond James Stadium later this month.
Florida U.S. Senators and local Jewish leaders came together Monday morning to discuss how to put a stop to Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, performing at Raymond James Stadium later this month.
22 hours on the ice: annual 'Hockey Heals 22' event skates to prevent veteran suicide
A continuous 22-hour hockey game at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel brought together veterans, first responders, local schools, NHL alumni, and community members.
A continuous 22-hour hockey game at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel brought together veterans, first responders, local schools, NHL alumni, and community members.
Rooftop restaurant offers modern menu along with breathtaking views of downtown
The Marriott Hotel in Midtown took advantage of its location between downtown and West Shore, creating a rooftop restaurant. Sal Y Mar brings a vibrant and stylish dining experience to the rooftop, elevating the space beyond a rooftop bar to an elegant dining experience.
The Marriott Hotel in Midtown took advantage of its location between downtown and West Shore, creating a rooftop restaurant. Sal Y Mar brings a vibrant and stylish dining experience to the rooftop, elevating the space beyond a rooftop bar to an elegant dining experience.
'Turf Takeover' in Tampa provides positive alternative to 'Teen Takeovers'
Teen takeovers have become a problem in Tampa Bay that officials are now trying to solve proactively, so groups are hosting events to give kids safe alternatives.
Teen takeovers have become a problem in Tampa Bay that officials are now trying to solve proactively, so groups are hosting events to give kids safe alternatives.
Tampa death investigation: Man found dead on West Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead on West Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saturday evening.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead on West Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saturday evening.
Tampa honors Juneteenth flag creator ahead of holiday
An 83-year-old activist and Army veteran traveled from Connecticut to Tampa to be a part of a ceremony to raise the historic Juneteenth flag he designed decades ago.
An 83-year-old activist and Army veteran traveled from Connecticut to Tampa to be a part of a ceremony to raise the historic Juneteenth flag he designed decades ago.