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TAMPA, Fla. - A recent report on pedestrian safety ranks three Bay Area metros among the deadliest in the nation. Smart Growth America and the National Complete Streets Coalition recently released a 2026 study that argues roads are "dangerous by design" and prioritize vehicle speed and convenience. "And what that...

If you're searching for something to do this long weekend, WUSF has your back. From an event to satisfy seafood cravings to fringe performances, here are seven things you can check out across the Tampa Bay area this weekend. The iconic rock band Evanescence will perform on Friday at 7...

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Tampa Bay community is set to honor the life of a father turned social justice advocate. Andrew Joseph Jr. was the father of Andrew Joespeh III. The 14-year-old was struck and killed crossing I-4 after being kicked out of the Florida State Fair in 2014.

In a broad and sweeping move, Harrell’s recently named a total of 11 new U.S. territory managers to its sales team. Adding these reps to Harrell’s stable of more than 150 sales professionals helps the company promote its mission of “Growing a Better World” by leveraging the expertise of these individuals in the fields

The U.S. passed 2,000 measles cases last month, a stunning total for a disease that was considered wiped out 25 years ago. Although a Florida outbreak from earlier in the year has slowed, cases are still popping up on the online reportable disease database from the state Department of Health.

HAINES CITY, Fla - The Haines City Police Department is investigating a shooting at Harbor City Apartments on Peninsular Drive. According to HCPD, a call came in at 2:20 a.m. about a shooting. One person was shot at the Habor Court Apartments and was transported to the hospital, HCPD said.

Closing arguments were heard on Thursday in the case against Jean Pierre Ojeda Salazar, accused of murdering a mother and daughter in Tampa.

To celebrate America 250 and Polk County’s 165th anniversary, Polk County staff and the Polk County Cattleman’s Association will host a special cattle drive and Cow Camp rededication ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, at Circle B Bar Reserve, 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland. This...

Hillsborough County residents can access free groceries, health screenings and vaccinations at the county’s community health fair this weekend.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Summer break is officially here, which means schools are out and students are enjoying their time off. Teens across the Tampa Bay area, and across the nation—are looking for ways to stay active and engaged. However, communities have recently seen a troubling rise in unruly behavior.