Flying out of TPA? Here’s how nationwide flight cancellations could impact the airport

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday which airports will be affected by nationwide flight reductions, prompted by the ongoing government shutdown. Tampa International Airport is on the list of airports required to cut flights.

Fourth TECO rate hike in 12 months finalized, set to take effect in January

Tampa Electric customers will see yet another rate increase in January, following a unanimous vote this week by the Florida Public Service Commission to approve the utility’s latest request.

Family wants Tampa police to reopen review of deadly crash after son died

The family of 20-year-old Ismael Coss got in front of Tampa City Council on Thursday, asking them to take a new look at the crash that claimed his life. 

Florida lawmakers to present bills proposed by Hillsborough students in Tallahassee

In an inspiring move towards civic engagement, students from Hillsborough County are taking their legislative ideas to the state level, with four student-proposed bills set to be presented in the upcoming legislative session in Tallahassee. 

Tampa could soon offer autism ID cards to help bridge the gap with police

Tampa has been an officially "autism-friendly" city since 2018, but city leaders believe more can be done to strengthen communication between police and people on the spectrum.

Puppy stolen from Brandon cellphone store; two teens and two adults arrested

Two teenagers, an 18-year-old and a 19-year-old are accused of breaking into a cellphone store in Hillsborough County and stealing cellphones and a French Bulldog.

Tampa Animation Festival begins Thursday

The University of Tampa will host the Tampa Animation Festival from Thursday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 9. 

Funding plan approved for African-American Arts Center in West Tampa

A long-envisioned African American Arts and Cultural Center in West Tampa is moving closer to becoming reality after Hillsborough County Commissioners approved a plan to begin raising money for the project.

A taste of the countryside: Chef LaVante Pope's Caribbean fusion in St. Pete

El Campo, meaning "the countryside," brings the rich, diverse flavors of the Caribbean diaspora together in a unique fusion concept inside Foodie Labs in St. Petersburg.

Humane Society of Tampa Bay seeing more pet surrenders, offers help amid government shutdown

Staff at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay say they’ve seen a noticeable rise in owner surrenders in recent weeks — families who love their pets, but simply can’t afford food or veterinary care.

New hurricane relief program to provide up to $30k to Tampa homeowners

Tampa homeowners still struggling to repair storm damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton will soon have access to new financial assistance.

Florida homeowners challenge Citizens Insurance

Nicholle Kvocka of Ruskin discovered her Citizens Insurance policy included fine print that denied her the right to sue in court. When fire damage to her home occurred during Hurricane Helene, Citizens declined to cover it. 

Florida driver accused of slamming into mom walking 2 kids to school, killing 6-year-old: ‘Terrible tragedy'

A 6-year-old girl is dead and her mother and 10-year-old brother are in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Tampa on Tuesday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Hillsborough River meeting recovery goals after years of pollution

For generations, the lower Hillsborough River was neglected and polluted, but a new draft report from the Southwest Florida Water Management District indicates measures to improve the river are paying off.

Hillsborough County campus safety monitor facing 207 child porn and beastiality charges: HCSO

A campus safety monitor at Spoto High School is facing over 200 charges after the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office found hundreds of pictures and videos showing the sexual abuse of infants and young children, as well as sexual acts with animals.

Street takeover arrest in Riverview: HCSO

More than two dozen cars were involved in a street takeover that ended with one arrest early on Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.