Meteorologists note an ‘astounding coincidence’ after Dolly Parton’s death
Roger Edwards, a meteorologist who retired from NOAA, called the timing an astounding coincidence. The next Atlantic name is Dolly. It was picked decades ago.
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Before Thursday's vote: What's in the $2.36 billion Rays stadium deal
Tampa City Council votes at 9 a.m. Thursday on a $2.36 billion ballpark at Hillsborough College. The city would pay $80 million; the county about $796 million. The Rays cover the rest and all overruns.
Hillsborough dengue cases jump to 15 as mosquito pools test positive
Five Aedes aegypti pools tested positive in Hillsborough, Pinellas recorded a third local case, and both counties remain on alert. Dump standing water and use daytime repellent.
Eddie's Bar & Grill opens in Westchase, replacing Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen
We went on night three. Packed at 5 p.m., a real burger, and classic opening-week chaos.
PSTA takes next step toward year-round ferry service with arrival of first vessel
The first ferry vessel has arrived in Pinellas County as PSTA moves closer to launching year-round service connecting St. Petersburg and Tampa by water.
Tampa Bay residents share common flooding concerns as Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan moves forward
Nearly 400 Tampa Bay residents have shared common flooding concerns and what they believe is contributing to issues across the region as the Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan prepares to moves into its next phase.
UTampa’s West Riverwalk segment set for completion later this year
A new 2,000-foot section of the West Riverwalk is under construction near the University of Tampa and is expected to be completed later this year, giving students and the community a new multi-use connection through Plant Park.
Four rehabilitated green sea turtles return to Atlantic Ocean
Four juvenile green sea turtles returned to the Atlantic Ocean after months of rehabilitation at The Florida Aquarium, including one turtle that survived a severe wound.
ZooTampa introduces acupuncture therapy to help animals heal and recover
ZooTampa has introduced acupuncture therapy as part of its veterinary care, helping animals with complex medical conditions heal, recover and improve their quality of life.
Beyond hurricanes: Tampa Bay residents urged to prepare for rainy season flooding and mold risks
Hurricane season may be quiet, but Florida’s rainy season can still bring serious risks for Tampa Bay homeowners and renters. From flooding to water damage and mold growth, experts are urging residents to prepare before small problems become costly repairs.
City of Tampa to repave 1.8 miles of New Tampa Boulevard
Around 12,000 drivers use New Tampa Boulevard each day. The City of Tampa will begin a $1 million project to repave 1.8 miles of the roadway, with overnight construction expected to last up to eight weeks.
Flock cameras spark debate over public safety and privacy in Tampa Bay
Flock cameras are becoming more common across Tampa Bay, sparking a debate between law enforcement’s public safety goals and residents’ concerns over privacy and surveillance.
Child Safety Awareness Month highlights back-to-school safety for Florida drivers
August is Child Safety Awareness Month, and Florida officials are reminding drivers, parents and caregivers to stay alert and take safety precautions as students return to school.
Back-to-school anxiety is normal. Here's how Tampa Bay families can prepare
As students prepare to return to the classroom, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay shares tips to help families ease back-to-school anxiety, establish routines and find local resources
Beloved Tampa pop-up bookstore finds permanent home in Ybor City
After years of bringing books to pop-up markets across Tampa, Bookends: Literature and Libation has opened its first permanent home in Ybor City.
As drink-spiking concerns grow, new wearable sensor aims to make nights out safer
As concerns over drink spiking continue to grow, two recent college graduates are developing a wearable sensor that detects common drink-spiking drugs and alerts emergency contacts.
USF Health welcomes record-breaking medical school Class of 2030
The University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine welcomed its Class of 2030 with record-setting academic credentials, including the highest median MCAT score in school history and one of the strongest incoming classes in the nation, according to USF.
PSTA announces new transit service connecting downtown St. Petersburg and Tampa International Airport
PSTA is launching the new 727 transit service this October, providing a direct connection between downtown St. Petersburg and Tampa International Airport through the Howard Frankland Bridge Express Lanes