News across Hillsborough County

Call it TGH DeSoto: Tampa General Hospital takes operational control of DeSoto Memorial
The once-struggling 49-bed facility in rural DeSoto County is under new management nearly a year after its board selected Tampa General Hospital's 49-year lease proposal.

TOTUM Market brings fresh eats, neighborhood cafe to Downtown and Ybor City
Downtown Tampa and Ybor City have a new spot for fresh food and drink. TOTUM Market & Eatery has officially soft opened on the ground floor at Harrison Residences, located […]

Pinellas pizza star Anthony & Luca’s is bringing its Jersey boardwalk-style pizza to Tampa
A cult favorite pizza shop in Pinellas Park is on its way to Tampa. Anthony & Luca’s Pizza Kitchen is set to open a new location at 7032 W Waters […]

Eight of the best coffee shops and places to study around USF
As midterm season rolls around, the seats at the library can fill up quickly. Luckily, there are a plethora of coffee shops around USF’s campus that make perfect study spots. […]

Chipotle Opens Restaurant With Drive-through Pickup Lane
Fishhawk Ranch residents have a new spot for burritos and bowls. Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its newest restaurant on September 22 at 16509 Fishhawk Blvd. in Lithia, one of four locations the chain is opening across the Tampa Bay area this month. Ramon Gomez, CTM of the…

Tampa Police Make Arrest in Homicide Investigation
Tampa Police Make Arrest in Homicide Investigation Jonee' L. Sat, 10/03/2026 - 10:03 am Tampa, FL. (October 3, 2026) – Tampa Police have arrested a man in connection to a deadly shooting that happened September 22, 2026 on Nebraska Ave near McEwen Ave. On October 2, 2026,…

U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon presses Florida's two senators to protect Haitian TPS holders
Senate Bill 4814, if passed, would extend protections for Haitian nationals who face a forced return amid worsening gang violence, political turbulence, and economic destruction in Haiti. The legislation is stalled in the U.S. Senate.

Tampa Bay Rays face New York Yankees in playoff opener today
The Tampa Bay Rays will begin their playoff run and face the New York Yankees tonight at Tropicana Field. The American League Division Series game will start at 6:30 p.m.

A Psychopath In The Oval Office
“I’m confidant in saying we’ve never had a psychopath in the Oval Office before!” Vince Greenwood Ph.D. What would happen if the most powerful man in the country were in the throes of a personality condition that left him only a few cards to play—manifested by a limited, precise,…

October arrives with a stormy weather outlook for Florida
NOAA forecast models indicate rain could remain more frequent than usual, particularly across Florida's Gulf Coast in October.

PolitiFact: Donalds overstates Jolly's offshore drilling lobbying, ignores anti-drilling record
Byron Donalds overstates David Jolly's offshore drilling lobbying, ignores anti-drilling record.

Rays, Yankees meet in Game 1 of the AL Division Series, and Tropicana Field is sold out
The Trop's 300-level is open for this "I-275 Series" opener between these two familiar division rivals. Sure, there will be lots of Yankees fans, but the Rays had an MLB-best 55-26 home record this season.