Civil rights groups issue Florida travel advisory for FIFA World Cup over immigration enforcement tactics
A group of immigrant and civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning foreign tourists to reconsider travel to Florida for FIFA World Cup matches over the government's illegal immigration enforcement tactics and detention centers like "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Sunshine State.
A group of immigrant and civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning foreign tourists to reconsider travel to Florida for FIFA World Cup matches over the government's illegal immigration enforcement tactics and detention centers like "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Sunshine State.
Women’s No. 1 killer in focus as dozens walk Bayshore Boulevard on National Wear Red Day
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Measles case confirmed at St. Pete Catholic High School
St. Petersburg Catholic High has confirmed a case of measles in one of their sophomore students.
St. Petersburg Catholic High has confirmed a case of measles in one of their sophomore students.
University of Florida investigating possible measles exposure after cases reported in Alachua County
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
Florida House advances religious expression amendment for schools, drawing church–state concerns
A proposal to place religious expression protections for public schools into Florida’s Constitution cleared the House this week, passing largely along party lines and setting up a potential statewide vote.
A proposal to place religious expression protections for public schools into Florida’s Constitution cleared the House this week, passing largely along party lines and setting up a potential statewide vote.
Visitors hit the Florida State Fair despite cold temperatures on opening night
Opening night at the Florida State Fair brought high-flying rides, fried food and hundreds of families to Tampa on Thursday night.
Opening night at the Florida State Fair brought high-flying rides, fried food and hundreds of families to Tampa on Thursday night.
Smartwatch Health Alerts: Tampa cardiologist shares when to see a doctor
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Neighbors urge St. Pete leaders to end police cooperation agreement with ICE
Members of the St. Petersburg community are urging city leaders to cut ties between local police and federal immigration enforcement, saying the current agreement is creating fear and discouraging people from reporting crimes.
Members of the St. Petersburg community are urging city leaders to cut ties between local police and federal immigration enforcement, saying the current agreement is creating fear and discouraging people from reporting crimes.
Florida agriculture bill causes concern about free speech, sponsors defend it
House Bill 433 (Section 47) and Senate Bill 290 (Section 48) spell out a new non-disparagement law for agriculture. This would mean that Floridians could be sued if they knowingly spread false information about agricultural products or practices.
House Bill 433 (Section 47) and Senate Bill 290 (Section 48) spell out a new non-disparagement law for agriculture. This would mean that Floridians could be sued if they knowingly spread false information about agricultural products or practices.
St. Pete City Council votes to pause picking developer for Historic Gas Plant District
St. Pete City Council approved pausing choosing a developer for the Historic Gas Plant site Thursday.
St. Pete City Council approved pausing choosing a developer for the Historic Gas Plant site Thursday.
Wrong-way DUI driver sentenced to 8 years in prison after deadly Pasco County crash
A man who pleaded guilty in a 2024 deadly wrong-way DUI crash that killed a 26-year-old in Pasco County has been sentenced to eight years in prison, followed by years of probation, according to court records.
A man who pleaded guilty in a 2024 deadly wrong-way DUI crash that killed a 26-year-old in Pasco County has been sentenced to eight years in prison, followed by years of probation, according to court records.
'Forgotten Angels' helps teens who age out of foster care, at-risk youth: 'I was blessed to be a blessing'
It's a mission close to the heart of a couple in Valrico. They are the brains behind Forgotten Angels, which is a program dedicated to getting teens who are aged out of foster care, or kids who are at-risk, back on the right track.
It's a mission close to the heart of a couple in Valrico. They are the brains behind Forgotten Angels, which is a program dedicated to getting teens who are aged out of foster care, or kids who are at-risk, back on the right track.
Teen on ‘homemade’ motorbike arrested after Mulberry residents complain of neighborhood nuisance
A teen on a homemade motorbike was arrested after a pursuit through the streets of Mulberry on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A teen on a homemade motorbike was arrested after a pursuit through the streets of Mulberry on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Hillsborough County opens hydration station after freeze spell dries up private wells
Hillsborough County is stepping in to help residents whose private wells have dried up in the eastern part of the county.
Hillsborough County is stepping in to help residents whose private wells have dried up in the eastern part of the county.
New era for TPA: Final renderings unveiled for first new terminal in 20 years
On Thursday, the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority Board of Directors approved a final design for Airside D, a $1.5 billion project that will serve as Tampa International Airport's first new terminal in nearly 20 years.
On Thursday, the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority Board of Directors approved a final design for Airside D, a $1.5 billion project that will serve as Tampa International Airport's first new terminal in nearly 20 years.
51st annual International Miniature Art Exhibition brings tiny masterpieces to Tarpon Springs
The saying "Good Things Come in Small Packages" could be the motto for the 51st Annual International Miniature Art Exhibition.
The saying "Good Things Come in Small Packages" could be the motto for the 51st Annual International Miniature Art Exhibition.
Manatee County warns against harassment as skyway cruise terminal debate intensifies
Manatee County leaders are speaking out after what they describe as harassment and threats aimed at county employees and their families over a proposed cruise terminal near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
Manatee County leaders are speaking out after what they describe as harassment and threats aimed at county employees and their families over a proposed cruise terminal near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
Tampa’s International Plaza to undergo major makeover: What to know about the exterior expansion
One of Tampa’s busiest and most upscale shopping destinations is getting a major makeover, as International Plaza becomes the latest local mall slated for redevelopment.
One of Tampa’s busiest and most upscale shopping destinations is getting a major makeover, as International Plaza becomes the latest local mall slated for redevelopment.
Tampa Bay Rays share vision for new proposed ballpark at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus
The Tampa Bay Rays are giving fans a first look at their new proposed ballpark. They released renderings Thursday of a proposed 31,000-seat ballpark and mixed-use district at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus.
The Tampa Bay Rays are giving fans a first look at their new proposed ballpark. They released renderings Thursday of a proposed 31,000-seat ballpark and mixed-use district at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus.
TikToker eats iguana tacos during South Florida cold snap: 'That right there is a Florida man taco'
Recent freezing temperatures in South Florida led to classic sunshine state chaos as cold-stunned iguanas fell from trees. While some residents were cautious, one TikTok creator went viral for turning the invasive lizard into iguana tacos.
Recent freezing temperatures in South Florida led to classic sunshine state chaos as cold-stunned iguanas fell from trees. While some residents were cautious, one TikTok creator went viral for turning the invasive lizard into iguana tacos.