Tampa Bay region is one of the most dangerous places to walk, ride a bike, report says

Many cities throughout the Tampa Bay area have taken steps to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians in recent years, but according to recently released data from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there is still plenty of room for improvement. 

Teachers question whether active shooter drills are causing more harm than good

“Lockdown, Lockdown. Lock the door. Shut the lights off, Say no more.” That’s the start to a song sung to the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” at one Somerville, Massachusetts school. 

U.S. Navy Band to offer free Bay Area performances in March

The United States Navy Band, featuring the traditional Concert Band along with the Sea Chanters chorus and Cruisers popular music group, is scheduled to perform throughout Central Florida, starting with Lakeland on March 4.

Local third-graders get a lesson on cyber safety

Thousands of Tampa Bay-area elementary school students are getting a crash course in internet safety. 

Tampa Bay athletes react to Kobe Bryant's death

The outpouring of condolences and shared memories flooded social media after news broke that Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter were among nine killed in a helicopter crash Sunday.

Summit on rising seas brings Bay Area mayors to the table

The mayors of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater talked Tuesday about the rising sea level and their cities' ability to handle what may come.

FBI asks for public's help in catching serial bank robber

The FBI is asking the public to help identify a serial bank robber and carjacking suspect who targeted five Tampa Bay area banks in the last year.

Many families spend post-Thanksgiving dinner outside

Many families spent their time after a big Thanksgiving meal enjoying the day's beautiful weather.

K9 teams across Tampa Bay train at Adventure Island

K9 officers from all over the Bay Area were at Adventure Island -- but it was all for training.

Officials announce opportunities for Tampa Bay businesses during Super Bowl LV

There’s a lot of money on the line when Super Bowl LV comes to Raymond James Stadium in 2021 and the host committee announced an initiative Monday aimed at positioning Tampa Bay-area businesses for success. 

Hyperloop, air taxi, gondola considered for Bay Area transportation

Urban planners are studying the future of transportation in the Bay Area. Among the new modes being studied are Hyperloop, air taxis, and gondolas.

Halloween safety top of mind for law enforcement

Halloween is a favorite night for kids, young and old. However, law enforcement wants you to remember that if you're not staying safe, that night full of playful spooks could turn into an actual nightmare.

Local power crews head west to assist with California wildfires

The Florida Power and Light Company is sending 100 line workers and support staff to California to help restore power as firefighters work to contain massive wildfires.