Major US city struggles amid triple-digit temperatures for first time in recorded history: ‘This...
It wasn't just the heat that reached unprecedented levels; the next day, the heat index climbed to 120 degrees. Major US city struggles amid triple-digit temperatures for first time in recorded history: 'This is not our normal heat' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Chicken Salad Chick opens new Clearwater location with big giveaways
Chicken Salad Chick is officially opening its doors in Clearwater on August 5, bringing its signature Southern-style chicken salad to 2140 Gulf to Bay Blvd. The new fast-casual restaurant is part of the brand’s growing footprint, marking its 40th location in Florida. The Clearwater opening closely follows the return...
1 hospitalized after vehicle vs pedestrian crash in Pinellas Park
One person is hospitalized after a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian, the Pinellas Park Police Department announced.
Heat wave sends more Floridians to the ER — especially outdoor workers
TAMPA, Fla. - Doctors at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital said they’ve seen a noticeable uptick in patients coming in with symptoms of heat exhaustion — especially outdoor workers like landscapers and roofers. What we know:. The extreme Florida heat is taking a toll on people who aren’t able...
Best wings in Tampa, FL 2025, according to our readers
The city of Tampa is obsessed with its chicken wings — and our readers are particular about where they’ll order them from. A recent podcast interview had us craving a plate from the local legend that is Hattrick’s Tavern. But of course, this isn’t always about us. We turn to our followers to figure the best chicken...
Dog abandoned in cage on Florida highway in record breaking heatwave rescued by highway...
In Tampa, Florida, a dog had been abandoned on the side of Florida’s I-275 less than a week ago. It had been a shocking sight for the Florida Highway Patrol officer, who said a driver had spotted the small black dog in a cage on the shoulder of the highway where temperatures had already soared into the 90s.
Method Man & Redman Heading for Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock...
Two of the most iconic figures in the hip-hop genre, Method Man and Redman, will take the stage in Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa on Thursday, December 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets starting at $55 will be available Friday, August 1 at 10...
2 hospitals in region ranked among top 10 in Florida
Several hospitals from Tampa to Fort Myers were listed among the best hospitals in Florida by U.S. News and World Report, which on July 29 released its 2025-2026 rankings. The publication assessed more than 4,400 hospitals nationwide as part of its research, which included looking at a variety of patient outcome...
This Haunted-Themed Cocktail Bar In Orlando Serves Spooky Drinks In A Movie-Worthy Gothic Setting
If your idea of a perfect night includes eerie ambiance, spine-chilling cocktails, and a side of campy fun, Cocktails & Screams in downtown Orlando might just be your dream haunt. Equal parts horror movie set and upscale bar, this spooky speakeasy delivers a devilishly good time that’s far from ordinary.
This Florida State Park Has a 73-Foot Waterfall That Disappears Into a Mysterious Sinkhole
Most folks don’t think “waterfalls” when they think of Florida—but Falling Waters State Park isn’t most places. Tucked away near Chipley in the Panhandle, this hidden gem is home to the tallest waterfall in the state, and it's as surprising as it is beautiful. Here, clear water tumbles down a deep limestone sinkhole, vanishing into the earth like some kind of natural magic trick.