Governor DeSantis opts Florida into Education Freedom Tax Credit

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida will be participating in the first federal program that will help families enroll in private schools and cover other expenses outside the public school system.

Cold snap hitting Tampa Bay area putting fish farms in survival mode

The sudden drop in temperature throughout the Tampa Bay area isn’t just affecting people. Tropical fish breeders across the region are racing to protect their stock as the winter weather arrives.

Gasparilla pirates rebuffed as mayor refuses to surrender key to the city: ‘We will never surrender!’

The cannons roared and beads went flying as pirates as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) made their way through downtown Tampa on Tuesday. But despite the loud demands and pirate escort, Mayor Jane Castor wasn't ready to hand over the key just yet.

MOSI unveils new name and expansion plans

MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.

AAA breaks down how to protect our cars and homes in this cold snap

When it comes to cold temperatures like we’re experiencing, there are lots of things to think about when it comes to what we need to do to keep things protected, especially our car.

Measles in Florida: 2 cases confirmed in Tampa Bay area out of 3 reported in state

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed three measles cases in Florida this year — and two of those cases involve young adults in Hillsborough and Manatee counties. 

Florida man busted weaving through I-4 traffic at 108 mph: FHP

A Florida man is facing criminal charges after state troopers clocked him traveling over 100 mph while weaving through Sunday afternoon traffic on Interstate 4.

Howard Frankland Bridge southbound lanes to close Wednesday night

Drivers heading southbound toward the Howard Frankland Bridge on Wednesday night and early Thursday morning will need to seek alternate routes.

National School Choice Week aims to show families education options that best suits their child

National School Choice Week is bringing awareness from now through January 31 of all the options you have when it comes to your child’s education. More than half the students in Florida are taking advantage of this because education shouldn’t be one-size fits all.

Two thirds of flights in and out of TPA canceled on Sunday

Sunday saw a lot of disappointed travelers, but considering nearly two thirds of flights were delayed or canceled, TPA was relatively calm.

Tampa woman with stolen check receives refund, help after being out thousands of dollars

A Tampa woman was out thousands of dollars after she said a check that was supposed to go to her child's school was stolen from a USPS blue mailbox. Now, she said she has gotten her money back.

Family of teen hit, killed by train in Brandon accepts his high school diploma in special graduation ceremony

As the family of a 17-year-old killed after being struck by a train near Brandon High School continues to grieve, a special graduation ceremony was held Friday evening at a Riverview church.