Tampa Bay Times
Tampa, FL · English · Newspaper
A regional news outlet covering Florida, with a focus on local politics, crime, education, and community issues. Includes opinion columns and analysis.
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
- 5 Tampa, FL peers
Latest stories
- For children with autism, Pinellas pool’s swim lessons aim to save livesPinellas pool's swim lessons aim to improve water safety for children with autism through specialized programs and safety measures
- Tampa’s Davis Islands Dog Beach is a summer paradise for pupsTampa's Davis Islands Dog Beach is a popular summer spot for dog owners seeking a cool place for their pets to exercise.
- Local groups in Tampa mobilize to help VenezuelaLocal groups in Tampa mobilize to help Venezuela following earthquakes
- Florida says New College can shift housing funds to build baseball stadiumFlorida allows New College of Florida to reallocate $2.5 million from housing funds to build a baseball stadium, pending Board of Governors approval.
- Florida governor candidate James Fishback picks running mateFlorida governor candidate James Fishback picked Sean Lozano, a former police officer and deputy campaign manager, as his running mate, citing the need to continue Gov. Ron DeSantis' support.
- Clearwater Beach lifeguards rescue 35 people from rip currentsClearwater Beach lifeguards rescued 35 people from rip currents over the last three weeks, with 12 rescued on Monday alone.
- 74-year-old becomes oldest inmate executed in modern Florida historyA 74-year-old man is scheduled to be executed in Florida, potentially becoming the oldest inmate to be put to death in the state's modern history.
- DeSantis says Alligator Alcatraz ‘fulfilled’ its role as he closes it after 1 yearFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis closed the Everglades detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz after one year amid lawsuits, torture allegations, and criticism over taxpayer funding, stating it fulfilled its role.
- 5 spots for a good scone in Tampa BayThe article highlights five locations in Tampa Bay where readers can find good scones, emphasizing their versatility as a baked good.
- Florida takes step to block some immigrants from state universitiesFlorida takes step to block some immigrants from state universities.
- The St. Pete Pride Parade is back. Here’s what to know.The St. Pete Pride Parade is back with expected attendance of 350,000 people.
- Rowdies to host watch party in St. Pete for US’s Round of 32 matchRowdies will host a watch party at Al Lang Stadium in St. Pete for the US's World Cup Round of 32 match.
- Ye in Tampa: Your guide to parking, tickets, schedule, merch and moreYe is set to perform in Tampa on Friday and Sunday at Raymond James Stadium, with the article serving as a guide for attendees on parking, tickets, schedule, and merch.
- Supreme Court allows Trump administration to end legal protections for Haitians, SyriansSupreme Court allowed Trump administration to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians, exposing many to potential deportation.
- The American Dream requires affordable housing in Tampa Bay | ColumnThe article argues that affordable housing is essential for the American Dream in Tampa Bay, with a guest columnist emphasizing the need for more affordable homes in Florida and the Tampa Bay area.