ST. PETERSBURG, FL — Trevor Mallory seems to win support wherever he goes. He announced his candidacy for City Council District 6 with support from Karl Nurse , who formerly held the seat. Along t...

Dozens of Lutz residents urged the Zoning Hearing Master to deny a proposed 56‑unit plan development on Livingston Avenue, citing incompatibility with nearby low‑density neighborhoods, concerns about a revised wetland delineation and traffic congestion on a corridor they say already operates at failing levels of service.

TAMPA, FL — Former Hillsborough County Commissioners Kevin Beckner and Mariella Smith are urging voters to reject County Charter Amendment 2, arguing that eliminating countywide commission seats ...

TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that could fundamentally reshape Hillsborough County government, advancing a proposal that critics say is designed to cement long-term Republi...

TAMPA, FL — Former Hillsborough County Commissioners Kevin Beckner and Mariella Smith are urging voters to reject County Charter Amendment 2, arguing that eliminating countywide commission seats ...

TAMPA, FL  —Florida’s average diesel price climbed to a record $5.86 per gallon Thursday, surpassing the previous high reported earlier this year, according to AAA . The statewide average rose...

TAMPA, FL — As reported by Jason Garcia , a newly disclosed state contract shows the DeSantis administration rehired a group of politically connected attorneys in December 2024, months after cutting...

TAMPA, FL — A Tampa man has become the first participant to use a University of Utah bionic arm at home as part of a clinical trial testing the technology in everyday life. Alexander “Avi” Davidson,...

Commissioner Henry Mack wants school districts to cross-check the DOE’s official list of removed books with their own list of instructional materials and library books for review.

The wife of would-be governor Byron Donalds stands to benefit financially from tech in classrooms.

The Republican gubernatorial candidate stopped emphasizing his endorsement from Donald Trump as the presidents’ approval ratings plummet.

The Republican gubernatorial candidate stopped emphasizing his endorsement from Donald Trump as the presidents’ approval ratings plummet.

The Byron Donalds campaign is aggressively attacking David Jolly’s plan to reduce homeowners’ insurance rates. The Democratic candidate for governor is proposing a state catastrophic insurance fund t...

Charter Review Advisory Commission member Bobby Creighton lays out the proposal for a Tampa Inspector General and how it compares to IG offices elsewhere in Florida.

After the 2023 Ybor shooting, the Legislature funded a “crime prevention initiative … through community engagement.” So far it has bought TPD three drones and, on Thursday’s consent agenda, a $595,000...

Floridians could face even higher prices for groceries in the coming months as the average price of diesel fuel rose to a new record high.

TAMPA, FL  —Florida’s average diesel price climbed to a record $5.86 per gallon Thursday, surpassing the previous high reported earlier this year, according to AAA . The statewide average rose...

By Daniel Ducassi, FloridaBulldog.org - Millions of Dollars in Real Estate Absent from Florida CFO Ingoglia’s Financial Disclosure.

Officials with the union representing transportation security officers at more than 400 U.S. airports are criticizing the decision by the Trump administration and officials with Tampa International Ai...

TAMPA, FL  — Former Hillsborough County Commissioner Mariella Smith is urging county leaders to reject a comprehensive plan amendment that would advance a proposed road and highway interchange...

A reimagined version of the Tampa City Council agenda including mirrored supporting documents and interactive zoning map of land use items.

TAMPA, FL  — Florida House Representative Dianne Hart-Lowman has endorsed Robin Lockett in the race for Florida House District 63. Hart-Lowman said Lockett would bring strong leadership to t...

ST. PETERSBURG, FL  — Several local leaders endorsed Trevor Mallory today in his race to succeed Gina Driscoll on the St. Petersburg City Council District 6 seat. Elected leaders endorsing Mall...

43 items require a vote including $21,770,495.83 in spending.

TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that could fundamentally reshape Hillsborough County government, advancing a proposal that critics say is designed to cement long-term Republi...

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds took flak in Florida’s governor race last week. Gov. Ron DeSantis didn’t help things.

The ruling is a victory in President Donald Trump’s push for GOP-controlled states to redraw their maps to favor Republicans.

The pair were suspected of meeting with an emergency dispatcher and engaging in sexual activity, according to department records.

The revised rules also tighten social media use and contact with vendors.

Critics say rollbacks would weaken efforts to curb emissions of ethylene oxide, which is known to cause cancer.

On paper it makes little sense. Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, roughly 7,000 miles from the United States, is restricted and gasoline prices in this country soar?  The strait is the major ...

From Zac Robinson to Chandler Whitmer to Ken Zampese, they all will have a hand in coaching the veteran quarterback.

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office drafted a map that would have the GOP pick up four more seats

With some recent attention and maybe to center myself, I thought it would be useful to once again share what Tampa Monitor is—or intended to be.

TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed new legislation committing taxpayer dollars to the development of air taxi infrastructure. The measure, HB 1093, authorizes the Florida Department of Tra...

TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed new legislation committing taxpayer dollars to the development of air taxi infrastructure. The measure, HB 1093, authorizes the Florida Department of Tra...

TAMPA — A proposed transportation project in southern Hillsborough County is drawing criticism from local officials and residents who question whether public funds would primarily benefit a private...

The county planning commission presented a letter urging a review of the urban service area metric (the adopted 80/20 metric), capacity gaps and possible policy updates. The board received the report and indicated staff and consultant work is underway for targeted areas; consultants’ work is expected to conclude late 2026 with a BOCC briefing to follow.

TAMPA — Tampa City Councilmember Bill Carlson has officially filed to run for mayor, adding another high-profile name to an already-crowded 2027 race to replace term-limited Mayor Jane Castor . C...

A majority of Hillsborough County commissioners want to vote yes, but they could use some assistance from the Rays.

TAMPA — Bob Buckhorn was first elected to public office in 1995, and served as Mayor of Tampa from 2011 to 2019. Now he has officially filed to run for mayor again, presumably hoping to serve anoth...

Florida Republicans want to redraw congressional maps. Surprise Democratic wins could make that more complicated.