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Newborn monkey is early Christmas gift for ZooTampa Christmas came early to ZooTampa at Lowry Park with the…
Ybor City livability survey results presented Thursday
TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa CRA released new results on Thursday from its livability study focused on Ybor City, offering a…
Tampa officers save man dangling from roof after he slipped
TAMPA, Fla. — New video shows Tampa police officers saving a man dangling off the roof of his…
Straz to present NGB’s ‘Nutcracker’ | Diversions
TAMPA — Next Generation Ballet will present its production of “Nutcracker,” with performances scheduled from Dec. 19-23, in…
National FEMA meeting attended by Tampa mayor called off
WASHINGTON, DC — The FEMA Review Council meeting headed by a council including Tampa Mayor Jane Castor will…
Tampa ranks fifth nationally in foreclosures, realtors say data requires context
TAMPA, Fla. — The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates will make borrowing cheaper for homeowners,…
Police share tips to avoid porch pirates during holidays
TAMPA, Fla. — With online holiday shopping in full swing, police are warning people about the increased risk…
Soon-to-be-grads compete with AI for entry-level jobs
TAMPA, Fla. — Recent college graduates are facing something never seen before — competition with artificial intelligence. The World Economic Forum…
D.C. based firm buys garden-style apartment complex east of downtown
StoneBridge Investments has expanded its presence in Florida with the acquisition of Luxe at 1820, a 300-unit garden-style…
An iconic Davis Islands building is being rebuilt for its next 100 years
The Mirasol has watched Davis Islands change for 100 years. Now the waterfront landmark is being prepared for…
Tampa Bay community steps up as Angel Tree post goes viral
BRANDON, Fla. — When Amy Beamer grabbed a tag off an Angel Tree last week while her fiancé…
Tampa Bay mother upset after son’s grave plate was removed from grave
TAMPA, Fla. — A Tampa mother said she discovered her personal property had been removed from her son’s…