Jane Castor

The panel has been tasked with reforming and streamlining the nation's disaster response and recovery as the president shifts more responsibility from FEMA to the states.

Mayor Jane Castor gave an update on hurricanes Helene and Milton during her State of the City address.

The David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts will introduce a new restaurant, cafe, bar and a terrace with a large arch facing the downtown Tampa Riverwalk.

Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved funding to keep fares free for TECO Line Streetcar riders through the Fiscal Year 2025, according to a release.

The city has been clearing storm drains and removed around 84 tons of debris. Some flood-prone areas could see more of the same from Helene.

The Rental and Move-in Assistance Program, which began in 2022, will see a new round of applicants receive financial assistance for rental and housing.

The July Fourth event is returning to Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park with family-friendly activities, live entertainment and an evening fireworks display.

The annual salary for council members will increase by almost 40%.

Red Bull Flugtag will be at the Tampa Convention Center this upcoming November.

With federal funding obtained by U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, the department will begin purchasing the new vehicles for future use.

Affordable housing, transportation and local control are among the points of discussion — along with some football talk with Detroit's mayor ahead of this weekend's Bucs-Lions playoff game.

It would have generated an additional $45 million to pay for long-needed public safety, housing and infrastructure projects.