Some South Tampa neighbors welcome long-awaited safety upgrades along El Prado Boulevard
For years, Tampa residents along El Prado Boulevard say walking or biking to school, work or nearby destinations has felt unsafe. Now, after years of studies, planning and community advocacy, city leaders are moving forward with a project aimed at making the corridor safer for everyone.
For years, Tampa residents along El Prado Boulevard say walking or biking to school, work or nearby destinations has felt unsafe. Now, after years of studies, planning and community advocacy, city leaders are moving forward with a project aimed at making the corridor safer for everyone.
Tampa City Council debates Rays’ $251M stadium funding request
Tampa City Council debated the Tampa Bay Rays’ proposed stadium deal during a lengthy public workshop Tuesday night.
Tampa City Council debated the Tampa Bay Rays’ proposed stadium deal during a lengthy public workshop Tuesday night.
Tampa robbery suspect who wore 'No Christ No Life' shirt while assaulting 82-year-old woman arrested: Police
Tampa police arrested a man accused of brutally assaulting and robbing an 82-year-old woman near a bus stop on Friday evening, leaving the victim unconscious before fleeing the scene.
Tampa police arrested a man accused of brutally assaulting and robbing an 82-year-old woman near a bus stop on Friday evening, leaving the victim unconscious before fleeing the scene.
Lightning captain Victor Hedman opens up about struggles with mental health
From the outside, a life in the National Hockey League seems glamorous enough.
From the outside, a life in the National Hockey League seems glamorous enough.
Leto High School teacher honored for 20+ years of inspiring culinary students
We all have that favorite teacher that made an impact on our lives. Passing on valuable lessons that stay with us, even well into adulthood. And inside the kitchen at Leto High School, you'll meet Chef Debra Hladky, who is passing along a lot of knowledge to her culinary students.
We all have that favorite teacher that made an impact on our lives. Passing on valuable lessons that stay with us, even well into adulthood. And inside the kitchen at Leto High School, you'll meet Chef Debra Hladky, who is passing along a lot of knowledge to her culinary students.
Teen’s Eagle Scout project delivers hundreds of instruments to Bay Area schools
As 13-year-old Cameron Cowans debated what to do for his Eagle Scout project to benefit the community, one thought came to mind for the saxophone player.
As 13-year-old Cameron Cowans debated what to do for his Eagle Scout project to benefit the community, one thought came to mind for the saxophone player.
Clearwater seniors find companionship through robotic pet adoption event
Volunteers of America Florida partnered with Humana and Joy For All to provide 50 robotic animals to the 62-and-older community.
Volunteers of America Florida partnered with Humana and Joy For All to provide 50 robotic animals to the 62-and-older community.
FDA authorizes fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults in major shift under Trump
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
Florida CFO announces new hurricane preparedness initiative across the state
With hurricane season less than a month away, state officials are making a push to make sure Floridians are prepared ahead of time.
With hurricane season less than a month away, state officials are making a push to make sure Floridians are prepared ahead of time.
Hillsborough County Schools receives $2M grant to grow Family Community Center resources and tutoring programs
One of the student support hubs within Hillsborough County Public Schools is receiving $2 million in federal funding.
One of the student support hubs within Hillsborough County Public Schools is receiving $2 million in federal funding.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Warrick Dunn gives back to Sarasota family in his mother's honor
It is not every day you find a Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend standing in your driveway. For one local mother and her family, that reality came to life just ahead of Mother’s Day.
It is not every day you find a Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend standing in your driveway. For one local mother and her family, that reality came to life just ahead of Mother’s Day.
Trump pauses plan to guide ships through Strait of Hormuz, says 'great progress' made toward deal
The U.S. announced Monday that American forces have cleared a route that will allow ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz and get around Iran’s effective closure of the vital shipping lane.
The U.S. announced Monday that American forces have cleared a route that will allow ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz and get around Iran’s effective closure of the vital shipping lane.
Tampa father’s family, legal team speak after arrest over backyard guest house, despite having city permits
Michael Martin’s family, friends and legal team held a press conference Tuesday after they said they’ve been getting inquiries about the case.
Michael Martin’s family, friends and legal team held a press conference Tuesday after they said they’ve been getting inquiries about the case.
3 'Sloth World' sloths rescued from Florida warehouse have died: What we know
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
Former Temple Terrace police officer granted bond after crash that killed 6-year-old girl
For the first time, the family of a 6-year-old girl killed in a crash involving a former Temple Terrace police officer is speaking out, as the now-fired officer appeared in court and was granted bond.
For the first time, the family of a 6-year-old girl killed in a crash involving a former Temple Terrace police officer is speaking out, as the now-fired officer appeared in court and was granted bond.
Eiffel Tower-sized asteroid Apophis to pass closer to Earth than many satellites in 2029, NASA says
A large asteroid about the size of the Eiffel Tower is expected to come unusually close to Earth in 2029.
A large asteroid about the size of the Eiffel Tower is expected to come unusually close to Earth in 2029.
Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
Tampa State of the City Address: Mayor Castor pushes housing and transit, avoids $2B Rays stadium debate
During her penultimate State of the City speech, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor focused on infrastructure, housing and transportation, as opposed to the high-profile Rays stadium project that is nearing a decision date.
During her penultimate State of the City speech, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor focused on infrastructure, housing and transportation, as opposed to the high-profile Rays stadium project that is nearing a decision date.
Suspect in custody after shooting at Moffitt construction site in Land O' Lakes left man hospitalized: PSO
A suspect is in custody after a man was shot in Land O' Lakes on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.
A suspect is in custody after a man was shot in Land O' Lakes on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.
'Ringleader' of child fight club sentenced to 30 days in jail
An Arkansas school director has been sentenced to jail and probation for orchestrating a child fight club. The sentencing follows allegations that the director acted as the "ringleader" of organized brawls between minors on school grounds.
An Arkansas school director has been sentenced to jail and probation for orchestrating a child fight club. The sentencing follows allegations that the director acted as the "ringleader" of organized brawls between minors on school grounds.