Ms. Wheelchair Florida and her mom inspire children
TAMPA, Fla. — The reigning Ms. Wheelchair Florida and her mother are taking a message of joy and hope to…
New tax deductions for charitable donations in 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. — As you prepare to do your taxes for 2025, you won’t get extra deductions for donations…
OCPS consolidation meetings raise concerns for parents
ORLANDO, Fla. — As Orange County Public Schools continues its consolidation meetings this week, families say their concerns aren’t…
TSA warns of delays and fees if no REAL ID by Feb. 1
ORLANDO, Fla. — Starting Feb. 1, travelers without a REAL ID or acceptable form of identification could face…
ECHO expanding services into Thonotosassa
TAMPA, Fla. — Families in the Thonotosassa area will soon see relief and support from the Emergency Care Help…
Program helps Floridians turn financial goals to reality
ORLANDO, Fla. — With a new year comes new financial goals, and for many, that can feel overwhelming. One…
New Gulfport environmental team begins tree inventory
GULFPORT, Fla. — The City of Gulfport launched its new environmental team Saturday. Its first mission is to take…
New Skyway Lofts open in South St. Pete
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday for the second phase of Skyway Lofts in St. Petersburg,…
Local Iranians to rally in Tampa this weekend
TAMPA, Fla. — On Sunday, a rally will be held in downtown Tampa for a “Free Iran.” What…
Orlando City inks 2026 MLS SuperDraft pick and veteran Ojeda
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando City Soccer Club has signed midfielder and Designated Player MartÃn Ojeda to a new contract…
Rays, Hillsborough College set to discuss stadium site
TAMPA, Fla. — The stadium plans of the new ownership group of the Tampa Bay Rays may become…
Tampa airport police train staff on signs of trafficking
TAMPA, Fla. — According to the 2024 state report on human trafficking, prepared by the University of South Florida,…