Tampa Bay restaurants still passing off imported shrimp as wild‑caught
The shrimp-vestigators returned to Tampa Bay, and the results of their latest probe were mixed. Why it matters: While there was some improvement from an initial inquiry in January, numerous local restaurants are still serving up imported shrimp despite suggesting otherwise, according to testing by SeaD Consulting....
Shrimpers for life: A Tampa legacy on the line
TAMPA - The story of the Versaggi family and the Tampa shrimp docks is one of deep-rooted history and unwavering dedication. It began in 1912 when Salvatore Versaggi, the great-grandfather of current leader Justin Versaggi, started shrimping in the waters around Florida. The business grew from one generation to the...
Hillsborough County, FL – Suspect Allegedly Tried to Run Down Deputies
Dover, FL – Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office narrowly avoided injury Saturday night after a driver allegedly swerved toward them during a warrant attempt in Dover. The incident happened September 13, 2025, at 9:58 p.m. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect,...
$30 million sale of Lazydays to Campers Inn could reshape Seffner RV campus
SEFFNER, Fla. — Whether you’re an RV enthusiast or not, chances are you’ve heard of Lazydays, the enormous dealership that’s been a fixture along I-4 in Seffner for years. Now, that iconic property is changing hands. The company has signed a letter of intent to sell...
‘At the end of the day, all we want is Tyrone,’ family speaks out...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., (WFLA) — The St. Petersburg Police Department said a man has been charged with murder after a shooting earlier this month that killed a young father while his 1-year-old daughter was in the back seat. The victim’s family told 8 On Your Side that they are grateful to St. Pete police for […]
Guilty, Guilty, Guilty: 5 men convicted of killing 4-year-old Suni Bell
It took a Hillsborough County Jury nearly two full days of deliberations to reach a verdict in the trial of five men accused in the shooting death of 4-year-old Suni Bell.
Study: Tampa Bay metro area inflation increases
The Tampa Bay metro area has been seeing the effects of inflation in a major way, according to a WalletHub study published Sept. 11. The organization looked at consumer price index changes in 23 metropolitan statistical areas around the country, and Tampa-St.Petersburg-Clearwater came in first place. According to the...
Push to identify the unknown
Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery was established in 1884 as one of the area’s earliest burial sites for Black residents. Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Cruise Past Gators and Drive Through Safari Fields at This Wild Florida Animal Park...
There’s something thrilling about feeling the wind in your hair while skimming across glassy water, not quite knowing what’s around the bend. Maybe it’s the splash of something scaly in the reeds or the rustle of wings overhead—but every second out here feels alive. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to explore Florida the wild way, this place has your name written all over it.
This Crystal Clear Paddle Adventure Through Cypress Forests At King’s Landing Florida
Tucked away in the lush heart of Apopka, Florida, there’s a place where glassy spring water winds through ancient cypress trees and wild Florida feels close enough to touch. Welcome to King’s Landing, a hidden gem that’s quickly become a must-do for paddlers, photographers, and nature lovers who want an easy escape into Florida’s wilder side.
