SBA administrator tours Tampa Bay area as call grow for Congress to approve new funds
The head of the Small Business Administration visited several Tampa Bay area businesses damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Power outage tracker: How many Tampa Bay area residents are still in the dark?
Hurricane Milton left behind a path of destruction across the Tampa Bay area after making landfall in Siesta Key last Wednesday evening. Many residents are still experiencing power outages, but lineworkers from across the country are working to turn the lights back on.
Many Bay Area kids head back to school this week after Hurricane Milton: 'Sense of normalcy'
Tampa Bay area kids missed a lot of school during and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but now school districts are beginning to reopen campuses.
Bay Area arborists working to remove fallen trees after Hurricane Milton brings damaging winds
Tampa Bay area arborists and tree crews have been working nonstop to remove fallen trees after Hurricane Milton brought damaging winds last week.
Power restorations in Tampa Bay plagued by downed trees following Hurricane Milton
The fight to get power back on to hundreds of thousands of customers in the Tampa Bay area is now in its fifth day. Those without power are likely victims of trees that have fallen on lines near their homes.
Bay Area power companies gradually restoring power after Hurricane Milton
The lights are gradually turning back on for the hundreds of thousands of people without power in the Tampa Bay area following Hurricane Milton.
Florida power outages: Hurricane Milton knocks out power to millions
Hurricane Milton continues to impact the Bay Area, knocking out power in many places. The Category 3 storm made landfall near Siesta Key Wednesday evening.
Hurricane Milton photos: The impact on the Bay Area
Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf coast as a major hurricane, causing devastation as it moved through the Tampa Bay area late Wednesday and early Thursday.
Hurricane Milton live video: Watch Florida webcams
Here is the view from live cameras up and down the west coast of Florida, from Clearwater to Tampa to Sarasota, revealing Hurricane Milton's damage along the beaches and cities.
Tampa Bay area families make final preparations, stock up ahead of Hurricane Milton
Families across the Tampa Bay area made final preparations on Tuesday, as Hurricane Milton continued making its approach. For many, that meant figuring out what may be needed to survive for several days after the storm.
Tens of thousands of Bay Area residents evacuate before Hurricane Milton: 'I'm scared'
Many in the Tampa Bay area are packing up, gassing up and getting out of the area as a dangerous Category 5 hurricane barrel's towards Florida's west coast.
Bay Area power companies urging residents to be prepared for widespread outages ahead of Milton
Power companies serving the Tampa Bay area said residents should be prepared to be without power for a long time.
Bay Area auto shops, rental car companies inundated following Hurricane Helene
As displaced residents look for a place to stay many are also looking for a way to get around. All across the Tampa Bay area, cars were submerged from Hurricane Helene's record-breaking storm surge.
Gov. DeSantis announces Fruitville I-75 Interchange along with grants to increase supply chain capacity
More and more people are moving to the Sunshine State, and that means more cars in traffic and a heavier burden on Tampa Bay area roads. Residents are feeling the frustration of daily backups.
Rental scammers re-posting listings for cheaper prices, stealing thousands
As families continue to struggle to make ends meet and find affordable places to live, crooks are using that to their advantage by making a rental listing that's too good to be true.
Bay Area landlords hope to create better tenant relationships as demand skyrockets
As more people move to the Sunshine State, rent prices have gone up significantly, but the high demand for rental homes is also putting an added strain on landlord-tenant relationships.
Senior roommate search? Retirees priced out of Florida working to connect with fellow seniors
As more people come to Florida, housing prices are going up and people are being priced out of the sunshine state. It’s especially hard for seniors, who feel like their retirement dreams are being put on hold.
Pushback grows against Florida State Parks development plans
Florida has 75 state parks that draw millions every year. This week, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection released development proposals for nine state parks, including two in the Tampa Bay area.
Florida primary heads toward lower voter turnout compared to recent primaries
The Florida primary appeared to be heading toward a lower voter turnout on Tuesday compared to recent primaries, according to early unofficial records for counties across the Tampa Bay area.
Team of Bay Area first responders helping crews in Manatee, Sarasota counties with Debby aftermath
First responders from across the state are helping crews in Manatee and Sarasota counties, including the Task Force 3 Urban Search and Rescue team.


















