Missing kayaker’s body found on Clearwater Beach
The body of a kayaker who had been missing for more than a week has been found on Clearwater Beach.
The body of a kayaker who had been missing for more than a week has been found on Clearwater Beach.
Sunken Gardens prepares flamingos, plants for cold temperatures
As the cold weather takes over the Tampa Bay area, botanical gardens like Sunken Gardens are keeping an eye on the temperature.
As the cold weather takes over the Tampa Bay area, botanical gardens like Sunken Gardens are keeping an eye on the temperature.
Drought restrictions ordered for Bay Area by SWFWMD with water supplies down by 25%
The Southwest Florida Water Management District's (SWFWMD) board instituted a Phase II drought restriction as water supplies are down by 25%.
The Southwest Florida Water Management District's (SWFWMD) board instituted a Phase II drought restriction as water supplies are down by 25%.
Gasparilla pirates rebuffed as mayor refuses to surrender key to the city: ‘We will never surrender!’
The cannons roared and beads went flying as pirates as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) made their way through downtown Tampa on Tuesday. But despite the loud demands and pirate escort, Mayor Jane Castor wasn't ready to hand over the key just yet.
The cannons roared and beads went flying as pirates as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) made their way through downtown Tampa on Tuesday. But despite the loud demands and pirate escort, Mayor Jane Castor wasn't ready to hand over the key just yet.
'Face Value' exhibit focuses on subtle intricacies of the human face at Dunedin Fine Art Center
Every human face can have both large and subtle differences from one another, and the Dunedin Fine Art Center exhibit "Face Value" examines that.
Every human face can have both large and subtle differences from one another, and the Dunedin Fine Art Center exhibit "Face Value" examines that.
MOSI unveils new name and expansion plans
MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
MOSI is unveiling a name change and expanded learning spaces designed to reflect innovation at the heart of its mission.
Grady Judd bobbleheads for sale: How to buy the collectible to support Polk Sheriff's Charities
The only thing in Polk County that moves faster than Sheriff Grady Judd's wit is his head on a bobblehead figurine and they are about to go on sale for charity.
The only thing in Polk County that moves faster than Sheriff Grady Judd's wit is his head on a bobblehead figurine and they are about to go on sale for charity.
Vern Buchanan announces retirement after 20 years in Congress
Florida Congressman Vern Buchanan has announced that he is retiring at the end of his current term after 20 years in Congress.
Florida Congressman Vern Buchanan has announced that he is retiring at the end of his current term after 20 years in Congress.
Florida lawmakers advance new vaccine exemption bill as measles cases rise
A newly proposed school vaccine exemption bill is moving through the Florida Legislature as measles cases spike statewide.
A newly proposed school vaccine exemption bill is moving through the Florida Legislature as measles cases spike statewide.
AAA breaks down how to protect our cars and homes in this cold snap
When it comes to cold temperatures like we’re experiencing, there are lots of things to think about when it comes to what we need to do to keep things protected, especially our car.
When it comes to cold temperatures like we’re experiencing, there are lots of things to think about when it comes to what we need to do to keep things protected, especially our car.
St. Pete couple evacuates burning home: SPFR
An overnight house fire forced a St. Pete couple to evacuate their home early on Tuesday morning, according to St. Pete Fire Rescue.
An overnight house fire forced a St. Pete couple to evacuate their home early on Tuesday morning, according to St. Pete Fire Rescue.
Measles in Florida: 2 cases confirmed in Tampa Bay area out of 3 reported in state
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed three measles cases in Florida this year — and two of those cases involve young adults in Hillsborough and Manatee counties.
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed three measles cases in Florida this year — and two of those cases involve young adults in Hillsborough and Manatee counties.
Alex Honnold’s skyscraper ascent fuels rock climbing craze in Tampa Bay area
Rock climbing gyms continue to gain traction throughout the Tampa Bay area as people look for workouts that challenge both the body and mind.
Rock climbing gyms continue to gain traction throughout the Tampa Bay area as people look for workouts that challenge both the body and mind.
Seahorse Restaurant in Pass-a-Grille to reopen next week — 16 months after Hurricane Helene
The popular Seahorse Restaurant in Pass-a-Grille reopens next week, almost a year and a half after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The popular Seahorse Restaurant in Pass-a-Grille reopens next week, almost a year and a half after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Florida man busted weaving through I-4 traffic at 108 mph: FHP
A Florida man is facing criminal charges after state troopers clocked him traveling over 100 mph while weaving through Sunday afternoon traffic on Interstate 4.
A Florida man is facing criminal charges after state troopers clocked him traveling over 100 mph while weaving through Sunday afternoon traffic on Interstate 4.
Hillsborough County recovery center aims to offer help for former inmates
A first-of-its-kind recovery center is now open in Hillsborough County.
A first-of-its-kind recovery center is now open in Hillsborough County.
Florida leaders signal possible changes to controversial Schools of Hope law
State education leaders are considering possible changes to Florida’s controversial Schools of Hope law after hearing concerns from parents and school district leaders during a public workshop.
State education leaders are considering possible changes to Florida’s controversial Schools of Hope law after hearing concerns from parents and school district leaders during a public workshop.
Pasco County Fire Rescue rolls out new shift aimed at addressing staff shortages, mental and physical health
Pasco County Fire Rescue restructured its schedules to address staffing shortages and firefighters' mental and physical health by rolling out the "D-Shift," which is a new shift with additional positions, on Monday.
Pasco County Fire Rescue restructured its schedules to address staffing shortages and firefighters' mental and physical health by rolling out the "D-Shift," which is a new shift with additional positions, on Monday.
Circle K customers left with car problems after filling up at Nokomis gas station, state investigating
A mix-up at a Circle K gas station in Nokomis is leading to some costly repairs for drivers. Customers thought they were pumping gas, but instead, they were pumping diesel.
A mix-up at a Circle K gas station in Nokomis is leading to some costly repairs for drivers. Customers thought they were pumping gas, but instead, they were pumping diesel.
Rays stadium needs Tampa City Council, Hillsborough County support — What city, county leaders are saying
Meetings are full steam ahead between the Tampa Bay Rays and local officials as they try to work out a deal for a new ballpark.
Meetings are full steam ahead between the Tampa Bay Rays and local officials as they try to work out a deal for a new ballpark.