Z News: Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026
Tampa Bay federal funding increase Original reporting by Zoey Patrick The Tampa Bay region is set to receive a $22.5 million in federal funding. This money will go towards a…
Tampa Bay federal funding increase Original reporting by Zoey Patrick The Tampa Bay region is set to receive a $22.5 million in federal funding. This money will go towards a…
Girl Scout cookie season is back Original reporting by Ayla Yebba A lot happens behind the scenes before classic cookies like Thin Mints and Samoas are ready for purchase. Little…
New road safety measures in Ybor Original reporting by Hannah Lau Crossing the street in Ybor City just got a little safer. The City of Tampa is implementing new safety…
Cold front damages strawberry harvest Original reporting Zoey Patrick Recent cold temperatures are raising concerns for local strawberry growers. Strawberry season is typically in full swing this time of year…
Tampa General’s Innovation Center Original reporting by Zach Sherman Tampa General’s Innovation Center grand opening will bring a new age of tech to the hospital. The 32,000 square foot building…
Free parking scratched at Indian Rocks Beach Original reporting by Grace Senecal Make sure to download the Park Mobile app if you plan to head to Indian Rocks Beach this…
Local robotics team wins regionals Original Reporting by Gio Robinson-Santiago, Edited for Web by Aiden Poff Brook Debartolo High School’s underwater robotics team is making waves in competition. The Phoenix…
A hidden gem in the Tampa Bay community, the Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary is a place where birds learn how to be birds again. Sarah Tipton takes us inside the…
US Mint drops penny from production Between increasing production costs and the rise of digital payments. Branch Manager of MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Nalini Gajadharsingh says the penny costs more to…
Hillsborough County Fire to introduce new rescue strategy Original reporting by Aiden Poff The Peak Rescue Division — a system of roving ambulances — is the newest upcoming addition to…