Tampa’s Black History Museum seeks community donations ahead of 2027 opening

As Black History Month comes to a close, work is already well underway on a lasting tribute to the community’s legacy: the Tampa Black History Museum.

Florida Senate unanimously passes e-bike crackdown, caps speeds near pedestrians

The Florida Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved CS/SB 382, a measure aimed at tightening regulations on electric bicycles and other micromobility devices.

Tampa athlete hosting 60K to benefit St. Joseph's Children's Hospital

For the second year in a row, Jovany Ruiz, an athlete in the Tampa Bay area, is bringing fitness to his community. He is hosting the "St. Joseph's Community Race," a free 5K race for families and kids to come together to help support children receiving treatment at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.

Florida Voter ID changes: House approves election bill requiring proof of citizenship, removes student IDs

Florida lawmakers took a major step toward tightening up the state’s elections on Wednesday, after the House of Representatives approved a bill that would require proof of citizenship and remove some forms of voter identification. 

Tampa crime drops in 2025, outpacing national trend: TPD

The Tampa Police Department’s 2025 annual report shows crime trending down across nearly every major category in the city. 

More budget airline deals announced for Tampa Bay travelers

Breeze Airways announced three new nonstop flights out of Tampa International Airport (TPA) starting this summer. 

Cuban Coast Guard kills 4, injures 6 in gunfire with Florida-based boat

A violent confrontation in Cuban territorial waters on Wednesday morning left four people dead and several others injured after a Florida-registered speedboat reportedly opened fire on Cuban authorities.

Charlie Kirk Day, road approved by Florida House

After a contentious debate, the Republican-controlled House voted along party lines Wednesday on bills that designates a road in Miami-Dade County and a day annually after slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Pinellas Park woman faces several felony charges after 110+ mph chase through Pasco County: FHP

A 29-year-old Pinellas Park woman was booked on several felony charges after leading troopers on a high-speed chase through Pasco County late Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Lakeland man accused of stealing lawn equipment and power tools across Polk County

A Lakeland man with 16 previous felonies is back behind bars after detectives linked him to a string of robberies involving lawn equipment and power tools across Polk County, according to the sheriff's office.

1 killed, another injured after Kia slams into semi-truck in Lake Wales: PCSO

A Bartow man was killed and a Winter Haven woman was injured early Wednesday morning after their car slammed into the back of a semi-truck on State Road 60, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Florida woman accused of murdering 6-year-old daughter

A warrant has been issued for a Florida mother who is accused of murdering her six-year-old daughter.