Metropolitan Ministries prepares for holiday drive
TAMPA, Fla. —As the holiday season approaches, nonprofits across Tampa Bay are facing mounting pressure to support families…
Eatonville Town Council adjusts mayoral power in charter law
EATONVILLE, Fla. — The Eatonville town council voted to change the scope of the mayor’s executive powers Tuesday…
Waymo’s self-driving taxis coming to Orlando soon
ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida residents and visitors will soon be able to hail self-driving taxis. Waymo —…
Conway woman launches Thanksgiving drive for unhoused kids
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Conway business owner is stepping in to help hundreds of students who may go hungry…
Missing girl, 10, from Broward last seen at the Florida Mall
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Oceola County Sheriff’s Office is holding a news conference Wednesday afternoon on behalf of…
Orange County Animal Services to revise 20-year-old policies
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — For the first time in two decades, Orange County Animal Services is suggesting several…
Where to get a free Thanksgiving turkey in the Bay area
TAMPA — The combination of continued storm recovery, rising grocery prices, the government shutdown and the short-term disruptions…
Orlando to begin removing artifacts from Pulse next month
ORLANDO, Fla. — Beginning in December, the city of Orlando will begin removing artifacts from the former Pulse…
Pinellas teens sleep outside to learn about homelessness
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It’s a harsh reality, but several people in the Tampa Bay community are spending…
Tarpon Springs considers shuttle service to boost tourism
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. — The Tarpon Springs City Council has signaled consensus approval to explore creating a shuttle service…
Where to get a free Thanksgiving turkey in Central Florida
CENTRAL FLORIDA — The combination of continued storm recovery, rising grocery prices, the government shutdown and the short-term…
Bus tour highlights transformation in University area
TAMPA, Fla. — Addressing community needs through affordable housing, job development, and food access, the University Area Community Development…