Evening Briefing Tampa January 21 2026
Good evening, Tampa Bay. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need…
1 cat killed, 5 pets rescued after fire at Hillsborough County home
Three dogs and three cats were rescued from the home, but officials say one of the cats died…
Kahwa Coffee opens Tampa drive-thru on Kennedy
Kahwa Coffee at 2802 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Credit: KahwaCoffee / Facebook Florida’s biggest indie coffee roaster now…
Connecting Communities: 2026 Neighborhoods Expo Brings County Services To Residents
Hillsborough County’s neighborhoods are as diverse as the nearly 1.5 million people who call them home, stretching across…
Uncashed Wins $100,000 Optional Claiming at Tampa Bay Downs Wednesday
BY BROCK SHERIDAN Patricia’s Hope’s Uncashed pushed his career win rate above the .500 mark Wednesday with a…
A Showstopping Surprise: Hillsborough Teachers Get Access To NCL Costume Closet
A Hillsborough County theater teacher looks through racks of donated costumes at Norwegian Cruise Line’s Riverview warehouse. (Photo…
Tampa Chef Among 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
TAMPA, FL — The chef of a Michelin-starred restaurant in Tampa was among the 10 Florida restaurants and…
Tampa Bay Mission Of Hope Expands Throughout The Community
The new Brandon facility of Tampa Bay Mission of Hope serves as the only cold weather shelter in…
Hillsborough County approves $250 million renovation plan for Benchmark International Arena
Hillsborough County approved a $250 million renovation plan for Benchmark International Arena, extending the Tampa Bay Lightning’s lease…
Tampa Coffee Company To Open In-Store Cafes At Sprouts Grocery Stores
TAMPA, FL — Buddy Brew Coffee is partnering with Sprouts Farmers Market to open in-store cafes at 10…
Buddy Brew Coffee partnering with Sprouts to open 10 in-store cafés across Tampa Bay
Jose Rodriguez Rivera Jose, a Tampa Bay native of over 25 years, is a writer who captures the…
Commemoration Of Julia Moseley Honoring Limona Cemetery’s 150th Anniversary
Members of the Timberly Trust gather at Limona Cemetery to honor 150 years of community history and legacy.…