Hurricane Helene recovery: Tampa Bay area marks two years since storm
Saturday marks two years since Hurricane Helene tore through the Tampa Bay area, leaving a trail of coastal destruction that permanently altered local storm preparation and beach restoration strategies.
Saturday marks two years since Hurricane Helene tore through the Tampa Bay area, leaving a trail of coastal destruction that permanently altered local storm preparation and beach restoration strategies.
Tampa Bay area water restrictions extended through March 2027
Water restrictions in the Tampa Bay area will remain after the Southwest Florida Water Management District extended the “extreme" water shortage through March 31, 2027.
Water restrictions in the Tampa Bay area will remain after the Southwest Florida Water Management District extended the “extreme" water shortage through March 31, 2027.
USF grad students study microplastics in mangroves
From stormwater runoff to the wastewater leaving household washing machines, tiny plastic particles can find their way into Tampa Bay’s waterways.
From stormwater runoff to the wastewater leaving household washing machines, tiny plastic particles can find their way into Tampa Bay’s waterways.
Canadian aluminum tariffs hit Tampa Bay area manufacturing sector
A 50% tariff increase on Canadian aluminum imports is hitting Tampa Bay manufacturing companies with surging costs and market uncertainty, industry leaders warned.
A 50% tariff increase on Canadian aluminum imports is hitting Tampa Bay manufacturing companies with surging costs and market uncertainty, industry leaders warned.
Tampa Bay mosquitoes: High humidity and rain drive summer surge
Heat, humidity and summer rain have the Tampa Bay area buzzing with mosquitoes.
Heat, humidity and summer rain have the Tampa Bay area buzzing with mosquitoes.
Wildlife rescue warns against using rat poison after East Lake dogs ingest rodenticide
Wildlife experts in the Tampa Bay Area are warning residents about the hazards of rat poison after two dogs ingested rodenticide.
Wildlife experts in the Tampa Bay Area are warning residents about the hazards of rat poison after two dogs ingested rodenticide.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Five Tampa Bay area cases reported
Local health experts are watching the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak closely as five cases have been reported in the Tampa Bay area.
Local health experts are watching the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak closely as five cases have been reported in the Tampa Bay area.
Tampa-St. Pete ferry service could relaunch by end of 2026 with new, more frequent boats
The Tampa Bay Ferry could be relaunched between downtown Tampa and downtown St. Pete by the end of 2026.
The Tampa Bay Ferry could be relaunched between downtown Tampa and downtown St. Pete by the end of 2026.
Search efforts will resume Sunday after man disappears underwater: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said its crews spent much of Saturday searching for a man in the water after he failed to resurface in Tampa Bay.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said its crews spent much of Saturday searching for a man in the water after he failed to resurface in Tampa Bay.
Water restrictions for Tampa Bay Region to begin Friday, what homeowners, businesses need to know
Tampa Bay is under Phase III water restrictions as regional water supplies come under strain.
Tampa Bay is under Phase III water restrictions as regional water supplies come under strain.
Bikers Against Child Abuse protect kids, face abusers head-on
Bikers Against Child Abuse, BACA, help protect children who have been abused.
Bikers Against Child Abuse, BACA, help protect children who have been abused.
New water restrictions for Southwest Florida starting this week
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
“No Kings Day" protests draw thousands across Tampa Bay for the third time
Protesters across the Tampa Bay Area joined thousands nationwide, and around the world, in a coordinated "No Kings Day" demonstration, calling for change and unity.
Protesters across the Tampa Bay Area joined thousands nationwide, and around the world, in a coordinated "No Kings Day" demonstration, calling for change and unity.
Tampa Bay area homeowners receive liens after roofing contractor does not pay supplier
Several Tampa Bay area homeowners are dealing with unexpected property liens after hiring Valor Home Services for roof replacements. Despite customers paying the roofing company, the contractor did not pay its supplier for the materials used on the jobs.
Several Tampa Bay area homeowners are dealing with unexpected property liens after hiring Valor Home Services for roof replacements. Despite customers paying the roofing company, the contractor did not pay its supplier for the materials used on the jobs.
Oil hits 22-month high as Gulf shipments stall; what it could mean for Port Tampa Bay, gas and cruise prices
Oil prices spiked to their highest level in nearly two years on Friday as fighting in the Middle East disrupted energy shipments through one of the world’s most critical waterways.
Oil prices spiked to their highest level in nearly two years on Friday as fighting in the Middle East disrupted energy shipments through one of the world’s most critical waterways.
Tampa Bay Water expands to supply additional 12.5 million gallons of drinking water daily
Tampa Bay Water serves 2.6 million people across the Tampa Bay area, but it's working to meet a growing demand for drinking water.
Tampa Bay Water serves 2.6 million people across the Tampa Bay area, but it's working to meet a growing demand for drinking water.
Facing a 50-Minute drive? How Tampa Bay doctors are fighting Florida’s maternity care deserts
Driving an hour away to the hospital due to lack of access to maternity care is a reality for pregnant women as a new report out shows fewer hospitals are delivering babies.
Driving an hour away to the hospital due to lack of access to maternity care is a reality for pregnant women as a new report out shows fewer hospitals are delivering babies.
What’s the difference between dialing 911, 311, 211? Officials break it down
Three digits can have a massive impact, but knowing which one to dial can make all the difference when you need help.
Three digits can have a massive impact, but knowing which one to dial can make all the difference when you need help.
Alcohol consumption down? How Tampa Bay area bars, breweries are adapting
Americans are drinking far less than they used to, reshaping how bars and breweries operate in the Tampa Bay area.
Americans are drinking far less than they used to, reshaping how bars and breweries operate in the Tampa Bay area.
Severe drought conditions prompt a 'Stage 2 Drought Warning' for Tampa Bay area
Residents across Tampa Bay are being asked to significantly cut back on water usage as regional supplies dwindle under the weight of an intensifying drought, which has triggered a “Stage 2 Drought Warning.”
Residents across Tampa Bay are being asked to significantly cut back on water usage as regional supplies dwindle under the weight of an intensifying drought, which has triggered a “Stage 2 Drought Warning.”