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.

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.

Hundreds of Tampa Bay area condo buildings face looming inspection deadline

The deadly Surfside Condo collapse in 2021 sparked statewide urgency to meet new safety requirements. But right now, hundreds of condo buildings in the Tampa Bay area are on a deadline.

Officials warn people to stay safe with hot Fourth of July weekend ahead

Temperatures could feel as high as 112 degrees this holiday weekend, with a heat advisory issued for the Tampa Bay area. Officials are warning people to stay safe with many already feeling the burn on July 4.