Andrea Alvarez

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a new report on child drownings and are urging increased vigilance around water safety this summer, particularly for families with young children and those from historically excluded communities.

One year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling overturning Roe V. Wade effectively ending all federal protections on abortion. The reverberations of this landmark decision are still being felt today.

The Florida Department of Health has issued a statewide mosquito-borne illness advisory following four confirmed and recovered cases of malaria in Sarasota County.

A Tampa psychiatrist has come up with a remarkable strategy to help those dealing with mental health challenges. And there's no pointy painful needle involved.

This week, the bay area is aglow with a spirit of youthful energy, faith, and community service. More than 10,000 teens and church leaders have descended upon the region for the annual Nazarene Youth Conference. Their efforts will help aid local communities in various ways.

Not only is Florida simmering under a sweltering heatwave with temperatures running above normal, but the surrounding oceanic waters are facing a similar plight.

Coastal infrastructure along the Pinellas County shoreline is under increasing threat from damage caused by waves, erosion, and inundation brought on by coastal storms.

Last week, Tampa Bay Now told you about a severe marine heatwave just off Florida's coast causing abnormally high ocean temperatures.

Officials and experts are urging the public to know the facts before considering a beach trip this weekend as high water temps also foster a conducive environment for potentially hazardous bacteria and viruses.

The aftermath of hurricane Idalia is evident across Tampa Bay. As the community begins to assess the damage left behind, city officials are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of Tampa Bay residents.