Tampa rescue worries about dogs rescued from hoarding situation after free adoption giveaway
More than 200 dogs were rescued from a hoarding situation in Putnam County this week. The dogs, who were saved and temporarily transferred into the care of Putnam County Animal Control, were then given away in a "free public adoption."
Seabirds nesting in the Bay Area as tourists visit for spring break
Thousands of tourists are packing Tampa Bay area beaches this month for spring break, but wildlife experts are pleading to watch out for seabirds. It’s their nesting season and baby bird eggs are just beginning to line the beaches.
Spring break brings numerous travelers to Bay Area
It’s officially Spring Break season, which means an estimated three million travelers through Tampa International Airport.
Beer Can Island Tampa goes up for sale, closes to the public: ‘All good things must come to an end’
Have you ever wanted to own a private island? For $14.2M, a once-popular party island in Tampa Bay could be yours. Beer Can Island has closed to the public and is listed for sale.
Tampa Bay area's major weekend events attracts tourists for New Year's holiday
The New Year's holiday marks a big weekend with several major events in the Tampa Bay area, attracting tourists from near and far.
Captain Experiences offers guides for fishing and hunting excursions
A day out fishing isn't just leisure for Cody Beckman – it's also his job. He's one of the nationwide guides for Captain Experiences.
'It's got to stop': Bay Area law enforcement beats drum on gun thefts from unlocked cars
Just days ago, a 23-year-old mother of two was killed by her brother on Christmas Eve in Largo over presents. Now, Tampa Bay area law enforcement is beating the drum on unlocked cars, where criminals – including teens – often steal guns.
How Bay Area residents can dispose of their Christmas trees after the holidays
The holidays are over, and therefore, it’s time to take down your stockings and take out the Christmas tree. Tampa Bay area residents are advised to dispose of their real trees the proper way – and not to wait until late January.
Miracle by the Bay teams up with Bay Area organizations to help families in need during Christmas season
The holiday season can be challenging for families, and organizations across the Tampa Bay area are seeing a skyrocketing number of people in need.
Legacy in Tampa Bay: Rosalynn Carter honored at USF’s Mental Health Institute more than 20 years ago
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter is leaving behind a legacy both on a national scale and in the Tampa Bay area. Her lifelong crusade to bring lasting change to mental health treatment is being remembered by local organizations.
Several Tampa Bay area counties see increase in overdose deaths despite decrease across Florida: Study
While there are signs of progress in Florida's fight in the Opioid epidemic, several Tampa Bay counties are lagging behind, according to a study recently released by Project Opioid in Orlando.
FEMA extends deadline for assistance to Tampa Bay area residents after Hurricane Idalia
Two months after Hurricane Idalia battered the Tampa Bay area, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending the deadline to apply for assistance.
Bay Area filmmakers see thrilling possibilities with horror productions
It's the film genre that makes you want to scream and grabs you in suspense.
Hurricane Idalia updates: What we know about flooding, damages in Tampa Bay Area
Waters began receding across the Tampa Bay Area Wednesday evening, hours after Hurricane Idalia swamped coastal communities with the worst storm surge the region has seen in decades.
Sandbag locations open across Tampa Bay
As Hurricane Idalia moves closer to Florida, local officials are opening sandbag locations to help residents prepare.
Tropical Storm Idalia nears hurricane strength as it gets closer to Florida
Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a hurricane at any time as it lingers near Western Cuba. The storm is forecast to become a major hurricane over the eastern Gulf of Mexico as it moves closer to landfall in Florida.
Tropical Storm Idalia expected to hit Florida as hurricane; watches issued
Hurricane watches are in effect after Tropical Storm Idalia strengthened in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday and is forecast to become a hurricane in the eastern Gulf of Mexico.
Tampa Bay area homebuyers struggle as mortgage rates hit 22-year-high
Buying that perfect home seems further out of reach for many budget-conscious buyers in the Tampa Bay area as mortgage rates hit a 22-year-high.
Capitol Riots: Tampa Bay area defendants and where their cases stand after Jan. 6 attack
Hundreds of people were charged for their alleged role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. More were rounded up in Florida than any other state and many of the people arrested, charged and sentenced to prison were in the Tampa Bay area, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Many Bay area families unable to access early childhood education, causing childcare crisis
When the bell rings on a new school year in just a few weeks, half the kindergartners in our area won't be ready.