Satirical AND TRUE: Human Remains Discovered in Luggage at Tampa Airport.
So, you’ve heard the old saying about having skeletons in your closet? Well, apparently in Tampa, we’ve upgraded to skeletons in your Samsonite. Because nothing says “welcome to Florida” quite like finding part of a human skull wrapped in tin foil next to your socks and toothbrush.
‘It’s a mess!’ New rules cause confusion over COVID vaccine in Florida
The restricted new rules have prompted a wave of confusion among medical professionals and pharmacies, with some of Florida’s most popular drugstores holding off on offering the shot.
Pastors arrested for blocking state officials from painting over mural
Two pastors were arrested in St. Petersburg after attempting to block state crews from covering up a Black History Matters street mural outside the Woodson African American Museum of Florida. The mural The Florida Department of Transportation sent crews around 8 p.m. to paint over the mural, part of a statewide...
‘Deacon of Death’ killer set to be executed in October
Hillsborough County killer Samuel Smithers is about to face the final punishment. The so-called "Deacon of Death" is slated to be executed on October 14. Evan Axelbank reports.
4th annual Anime St. Pete brings a massive Pokémon celebration to Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay’s marquee anime convention is back and bigger than ever. The 4th annual Anime St. Pete takes over the Sunshine City this September 27-28 at the St. Petersburg Coliseum, and tickets are available now. Anime St. Pete has become the region’s go-to convention, beloved for its immersive experiences...
Tampa Bay Black Authors Expo returns this weekend | Rooted in Progress
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The 4th Annual Tampa Bay Black Authors Expo is back this weekend! This year’s theme is “Keeping Black Lit Alive.” 23 authors will showcase their work— celebrating Black voices and stories. Joining us on this episode of Rooted in Progress is one of the featured guests for the event, poet Troy […]
Florida’s Economy Falters as ICE Raids Drive Worker Shortages
ICE raids leave Florida farms, hotels, and construction sites short-staffed.
Universal guest dies after being unresponsive during ride
A guest died on a ride at Universal after he became unresponsive, according to park officials.
RV dealership to lay off 76, shutter Tampa headquarters
Lazydays RV, in conjunction with an announcement earlier this week that it signed a letter of intent to be sold, is laying off 76 employees and shuttering its headquarters in Tampa. The layoffs at the RV dealership, expected to take place on or around Nov. 16, were announced Tuesday and...
Hundreds of affordable housing units open in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)—More than 350 units are now open at the Marquee Square Apartments, as the city’s housing action plan reveals an even greater need for future housing. The City of Tampa held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate the opening of the transformative mixed-income development on the site of...
