Space Jellyfish Could Be Spotted During Friday Morning SpaceX Launch

As SpaceX launches 53 satellites into low orbit Friday morning, Florida residents may want to keep an eye on the skies for space jellyfish.

Tax Collector Accepting Payment For Car Registration Holds

The office is implementing "a more convenient process for customers to resolve vehicle registration holds due to unpaid tolls."

Roe V Wade Draft Decision Evokes Reactions From DeSantis, Fried

State leaders responded to an initial draft majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito and circulated inside the Supreme Court Monday.

Bayshore Flooding To Be Alleviated By Underground Pumping Station

The proposed pumping station will eliminate the eyesore of the existing above-ground station and help eliminate the chronic flooding.

Retaliation Against Disney For Opposing Bill May Cost FL $2 Billion

Walt Disney Co. says the bill dissolving its special district violates Florida law. Critics say it could saddle the state with a $2B debt.

Escalating Property Insurance Rates In FL Topic Of Special Session

The majority of GOP legislators were against holding a special session on the issue that has left thousands of homeowners without insurance.

Retribution Against Disney Could Cost Florida Billions Of Dollars

Disney gets invitations to relocate after DeSantis signs bill lashing out at the theme park's CEO for disagreeing with him.

Disney's Special Governance Targeted By DeSantis Over 'Don't Say Gay'

Gov. DeSantis wants the Florida Legislature to consider stripping Disney World of its taxing district after its "Don't Say Gay" criticism.

FL Property Insurance Reform Focus Of Special Session OKed By DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis agreed to a special legislative session to address Florida's property insurance crisis of dropped coverage, higher costs.

County Expands Minority/Small Business Enterprises Division

Expanded program requirements create additional opportunities for businesses throughout Tampa Bay area and Florida.

Black Leaders Call FL Congressional Redistricting Map Unconstitutional

Florida legislators will head back to Tallahassee Tuesday to debate the new congressional redistricting map drawn by Florida's governor.

County, Nonprofits Help Put Roofs Over Heads Of Needy Residents

With rising housing costs and soaring rents in Hillsborough County, the county is offering low-income residents some peace of mind.

If Homeland Security Won't Do Its Job, Florida Will, Says AG Moody

U.S. Rep. Bill Posey and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody have introduced a bill that would allow states to enforce immigration laws.

Woman Activist Chosen By City Council To Fill Dingfelder's Seat

Amanda Lynn Hurtak will be the sole woman serving on the Tampa City Council.

Public Defender Julianne Holt To Be Presented Good Government Award

The Hillsborough County Commission will present the 2022 Ellsworth G. Simmons Good Government Award to Public Defender Julianne M. Holt.

City Councilman Steps Down As Chair Amid Sexual Harassment Charges

On Thursday, Tampa City Councilman Orlando Gudes gave up his position as council chairman but emphatically stated that he will not resign.

FL First Responders To Receive $1K Bonuses Again

Florida first responders employed by local governments will receive $1,000 bonuses for the second year in a row, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.

FL Sues Biden Administration Over Transportation Mask Mandate

Florida is leading 20 other states by taking legal action against President Joe Biden’s federal mask mandate on public transportation.

Sexual Harassment Accusations Filed Against Tampa City Councilman

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor issued a statement saying she would fire council chair Orlando Gudes if he were a city employee.

New FL Law Will Result In Book Banning, Say Free Speech Advocates

An official with the American Library Association said she hasn't seen this level of book banning since the 1970s.

Why You Can't Buy A Home In Tampa And How The City Is Helping

The city is purchasing infill property and building affordable homes for low-income residents.

Homeowners Insurance Crisis Could Lead To FL Special Session

Sen. Jeff Brandes said the FL Legislature didn't fix a homeowners insurance crisis, and a special legislative session may be needed.

Does Your Water Taste Funny? Here's Why

The Tampa Water Department will temporarily change its water disinfection process to chlorine between March 14 and April 4.

Diapers To Become Tax-Free In Florida

Florida parents can take advantage of the tax-free benefit starting July 1.

Hillsborough County Tax Collector Highlights Successes

Hillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy Millan released the State of the Organization and Annual Report for the agency.

Abortion, 'Don't Say Gay' Legislation: What's Left This Session?

The Florida legislative session is scheduled to wrap up March 11, but lawmakers have yet to vote on a number of priority bills.

'You Don't Have To Wear Those': FL Gov. To Masked Students

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis asked students to remove their masks and called them "COVID theater" at a news conference at USF on Wednesday.

Americans Evacuate Ukrainian War Zone With Tampa Nonprofit's Help

"They’re alive because of us. There’s no greater calling than that," said Project Dynamo co-founder Bryan Stern told Patch from Ukraine.

FL Inflation: 40-Year-High Jump Costs Floridians Thousands

Floridians are paying thousands of dollars more for groceries, utilities and rent than they did for the same things a year ago.

DeSantis Announces $89M For Workforce Education Initiatives

In 2019, Governor DeSantis set the goal of making Florida the number one state in the nation for workforce education by 2030.

Leadership And Developmental Skills For Latino Elected Officials

State Farm awarded a $565,000 grant to The NALEO Educational Fund.

Debate Underway To Tone Down Tampa's Noise Ordinance

Tampa residents and business owners will have a chance to sound off on a proposal to tone down the city's existing noise ordinance.

First Lady Jill Biden Heads To Tampa To Promote Cancer Moonshot

Although her schedule hasn't been released, the White House confirmed that Jill Biden plans to visit Moffitt Cancer Center Friday.

Bill To End Abortions After 15 Weeks Advances In Florida Senate

A Florida bill​ that advanced in the Senate would ban most abortions regardless of the circumstances, ​including cases of rape and incest.

DeSantis And Trump Would Defeat Biden in Florida: Poll

Florida voters would choose Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump over Joe Biden for president in 2024, a new poll finds.

Coast Guard Meritoriously Advances Tampa Native In Alaska

Benjamin Parshook was advanced to Petty Officer 1st Class in recognition of his contributions.

Commercial Development Near Neighborhoods Topic Of County Survey

The online survey seeks residents' thoughts about businesses close to their homes.

Trash Collection Days Changing For Hillsborough County Residents

Beginning Jan. 31, residents living in unincorporated Hillsborough County may have new service days for trash and recycling collection.

$2M In Federal Funding To Allow City To Help Repair 90 Homes

The affordable home funding will allow the city to make repairs to 90 additional homes.

Income Tax Season 2022: What To Know Before Filing In Florida

Jan. 24 was the first day to file your 2021 tax return. From law changes to key deadlines, here's what Florida taxpayers need to know.