Family, friends of hospitalized 5-year-old South Tampa girl asks community to ‘Pray for Laine’
The South Tampa community is rallying around five-year-old Laine Nipper, who is battling viral meningitis and severe encephalitis. Friends and neighbors have printed 1,000 "Pray for Laine" yard signs to show support and encourage prayers for her recovery. Laine has been hospitalized for nearly two weeks and remains...
Inside Mayor Jane Castor’s plan to fix Tampa traffic
For Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa’s success has created a new challenge: how to move people efficiently through one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions without losing the quality of life that drew them here. “It’s growth, without a doubt,” Castor said. “Our community and region are incredibly successful. One...
Man accused of stalking ex sets car on fire in downtown Tampa, police say
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A man was arrested Thursday after Tampa police said he tried to force his way into someone’s car and then set the vehicle on fire. The incident happened early Thursday morning near the intersection of North Ashley Drive and Polk Street in downtown Tampa, according to the police department....
Furious Ex-Boyfriend Arrested For Tampa Arson, Vehicle Torched After Commute Chaos
TAMPA, Fla. – A 29-year-old man with a history of domestic violence was arrested within hours of an arson incident that impacted downtown Tampa’s morning commute today, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD). Strong leads developed by TPD Detectives and Tampa Fire Rescue Arson Investigators quickly connected...
St. Pete holds community meeting about 22nd Street redevelopment project called ‘Imagine the Deuces’
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The historic 22nd Street Corridor in St. Petersburg is often referred to as 'The Deuces' as a nod to the two twos in the street name. 'Imagine the Deuces' aims to improve on what's already in the 22nd street corridor without pushing out those who call the area home.
15 to 20 people taken to hospital after JetBlue flight diverts to Tampa
A JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark made an emergency landing in Tampa on Thursday afternoon after experiencing a sudden drop in altitude, prompting a medical response for passengers and crew.
Clearwater Police crackdown on unsafe e-bike and bicycle riding
The Clearwater Police Department is stepping up enforcement against e-bike and bicycle riders breaking the law downtown.
St. Pete, Mayor Welch donate $20K to St. Pete Free Clinic in light of...
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch announced that his administration has directed a $20,000 donation to the St. Pete Free Clinic in anticipation of the suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on November 1. The St. Pete Free Clinic is one of the city’s most impactful and important nonprofits...
Whataburger to break ground on new location in Largo
Whataburger is officially breaking ground on its first Tampa Bay location in Largo, marking the start of the popular chain’s expansion across the region. The new restaurant will be located at Ulmerton Road and 101st Street SE, with construction expected to begin soon. A groundbreaking event is set for November 6.
Another Aldi converted from a Winn-Dixie opens in St. Pete next week
The new St. Petersburg Aldi is among Tampa Bay’s first Winn-Dixie converts, with one opening in South Tampa’s Hyde Park in April. The post Another Aldi converted from a Winn-Dixie opens in St. Pete next week appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
