Presidents’ Day roots run deep in Tampa’s streets and history
Take a walk through downtown Tampa, and you’ll find a familiar pattern: Washington, Jefferson, Polk, Pierce, Harrison, Tyler — and even Zack Street, named for Zachary Taylor.
Take a walk through downtown Tampa, and you’ll find a familiar pattern: Washington, Jefferson, Polk, Pierce, Harrison, Tyler — and even Zack Street, named for Zachary Taylor.
Police investigating deadly shooting in Tampa
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one man on Sunday night.
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one man on Sunday night.
ZooTampa mourns the death of beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after battle with cancer
ZooTampa is mourning the death of their beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after a long battle with cancer.
ZooTampa is mourning the death of their beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after a long battle with cancer.
Hillsborough deputies investigating after man shot in face and foot during argument
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
Pinellas Park teen helps deliver newborn daughter at home
A Pinellas Park teen helped deliver his daughter at home when she was unexpectedly born seven weeks early.
A Pinellas Park teen helped deliver his daughter at home when she was unexpectedly born seven weeks early.
St. Pete Winter Pride braces for record crowds
The streets of St. Petersburg are preparing for a massive influx of visitors as St. Pete Winter Pride kicks off its second annual celebration. After a successful debut last year, organizers are doubling down on events, expectations and impact.
The streets of St. Petersburg are preparing for a massive influx of visitors as St. Pete Winter Pride kicks off its second annual celebration. After a successful debut last year, organizers are doubling down on events, expectations and impact.
Crash on State Road 50 sends 3 people to hospital: HCFR
Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday night near the Ridge Manor community, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday night near the Ridge Manor community, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Crews battle massive brush fire burning in Wimauma: HCFR
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Sarasota's Marie Selby Gardens pairs artwork with nature in latest exhibit
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
Tampa police boost safety measures in Ybor City for Illuminated Knight Parade
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
Zephyrhills stabbing leaves man hospitalized, teen arrested on multiple charges: PCSO
A 17-year-old was arrested after a stabbing left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Saturday morning in Zephyrhills, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
A 17-year-old was arrested after a stabbing left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Saturday morning in Zephyrhills, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
Opposition grows over proposed cruise terminal in Manatee County as new task force rallies residents
Residents and environmental advocates are mobilizing early as plans for a possible cruise terminal near Terra Ceia Bay are sparking debate about growth, conservation and the future of local waterways.
Residents and environmental advocates are mobilizing early as plans for a possible cruise terminal near Terra Ceia Bay are sparking debate about growth, conservation and the future of local waterways.
St. Pete's Localtopia event marks 13 years of supporting small businesses
More than 300 local businesses gathered at Williams Park for the 13th annual Localtopia, celebrating “all things local" in St. Petersburg.
More than 300 local businesses gathered at Williams Park for the 13th annual Localtopia, celebrating “all things local" in St. Petersburg.
St. Pete 'super speeder' arrested for DUI, accused of hitting 101 mph on Howard Frankland Bridge: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was clocked driving 101 miles per hour before leading troopers on a high-speed chase across the Howard Frankland Bridge early Valentine’s Day morning.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was clocked driving 101 miles per hour before leading troopers on a high-speed chase across the Howard Frankland Bridge early Valentine’s Day morning.
Tampa street takeover leads to 100+ mph chase, 4 arrested: FHP
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sarasota felon tased, arrested after I-275 chase ends at International Plaza and Bay Street mall: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
Tampa kids create Valentine's Day cards to share love with others
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.
Tampa mom shares journey caring for injured veteran son, local help available to avoid caregiving burnout
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Church rallies around family of Parrish man killed in I-75 semi crash after illegal U-turn
A church in Ruskin is rallying around a young widow and her son after her husband died during a crash on I-75 this week.
A church in Ruskin is rallying around a young widow and her son after her husband died during a crash on I-75 this week.