Organizers estimate up to 22,000 people will participate in a Shriners national convention at the Tampa Convention Center Aug. 13-19. ...more

December 17, 2009

Tampa could gain stature as a national destination for casino aficionados under a proposed $1 billion expansion project at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. ...more

February 5, 2009

$1 billion Possible cost of expansion 12,000 Number of construction and permanent jobs that could be created for Seminole expansions; most would be in Tampa ...more

February 5, 2009

One of the most heart-stopping Super Bowls in recent memory may be over, but merchandise from the big game will still be on sale here through Tuesday—and all items will be discounted by 50 percent. ...more

February 1, 2009

A multiagency effort to keep waterways safe during the Super Bowl is under way in the Tampa area. Among the collaborating agencies are the federal Customs and Border Protection, FBI, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Hillsborough and Manatee county sheriff's offices and St. Petersburg and Tampa police departments. ...more

January 15, 2009

Florida's leading Democrats say an Obama victory translates to success for their party in a state that has leaned Republican over several presidential elections. ...more

November 4, 2008

During Super Bowl week, legions of vendors are expected to jockey for space near Raymond James Stadium to sell their wares. ...more

October 16, 2008

The proposed ordinance, to be considered by the city council at Thursday's meeting, would regulate commercial activities in the area during the National Football League's championship game. ...more

October 15, 2008

National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell will discuss Super Bowl plans during a luncheon today hosted by the Tampa Bay Super Bowl Host Committee. ...more

October 13, 2008

With the Tampa Bay Rays on the verge of winning the American League East Division, public party plans are well under way. ...more

September 25, 2008