Schools, public health experts encourage vaccines as student immunizations rates decrease

With kids returning to school across the Tampa Bay area next week, it also means the classroom germs will be back. Public health experts are encouraging parents to get their children vaccinated.

Federal funding cuts hit Tampa Bay NPR, PBS, community broadcasting stations

WEDU, the Tampa PBS station, is among the local public broadcasting stations adjusting to a new reality Friday after learning it will lose $2.4 million in federal funding.

Crews battle more than a dozen fires across Tampa Bay area in the last several days

The Florida Forest Service said it responded to more than a dozen wildfires across parts of the Tampa Bay area over Memorial Day Weekend. Fire officials said recent weather conditions have played a big role in recent fires.

Catholic Churches across Tampa honor Pope Leo during first Sunday masses since election

As Pope Leo XIV gave his first Sunday blessing to a crowd in St Peter's Square at the Vatican, parishes around the globe and across the Tampa Bay area honored the beginning of his papal ministry in their services as well.

Wildfire season peak: Florida Forest Service reminds residents to be alert

From Miami-Dade County to the Panhandle, dry and gusty conditions have created the perfect setting for wildfires to spark and, with not much rain lately, it's easy for these fires to grow.

Tampa Bay area braces for cold nights ahead; here's what you need to know

Parts of the Tampa Bay area are bracing for some cold nights, as a winter storm blasts the southeast region of the U.S. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency ahead of the storm.

Rays expect St. Pete to rebuild Tropicana Field before 2026 opening day: Report

The Tampa Bay Rays expect the city of St. Pete to rebuild Tropicana Field, according to a letter sent to St. Pete's City Administrator, Rob Gerdes, on Dec. 30.

Several organizations receive NOAA grant aimed at growing Tampa Bay’s ‘marine economy’

The Tampa Bay area’s coast took a hit during the hurricane season this year, and there’s a push to make it even more resilient with a new $13.9 million grant for startup companies.

Florida contractors face supply shortages of rebuild materials after Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Many families across the Tampa Bay area are facing extended delays in returning to their homes after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with some waiting for permits and others stuck in limbo due to supply shortages. 

Tampa Bay area third in the nation for new business applications this year

The Tampa Bay area has become a hot spot for new businesses, with tens of thousands of residents applying to start their own companies this year. 

Here’s how long chilly temperatures could last in the Tampa Bay area

The Tampa Bay area is continuing to feel dropping temperatures, and a few more cooler days are on the horizon for our region.