WTTA-TV (Tampa, FL)

WTTA is a television station that operates on virtual channel 38 and VHF digital channel 9. It is affiliated with MyNetworkTV and is based in St. Petersburg, Florida, serving the Tampa Bay region. Owned by Nexstar Media Group, WTTA is part of a duo with WFLA-TV, the NBC affiliate licensed to Tampa (channel 8). The studios for both stations are located on South Parker Street in downtown Tampa, while their transmission facilities are situated in Riverview, Florida.

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Camera network in partnership with Bradenton businesses help police solve crimes

1 day ago | wfla.com | Allyson Henning

BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — In the real-time crime center at Bradenton police headquarters, officers are able to keep their eyes on some of the city’s most highly populated areas like the riverwalk and the downtown core. Those cameras have helped investigators in recent cases, such as the road rage incident that led to a crash and a shooting and the homicide case at Rossi Park.
Donald Trump's tough talk praised by NATO leader Mark Rutte

2 days ago | wfla.com | Ashleigh Fields

by: Ashleigh Fields, The Hill Posted: Jun 25, 2025 / 01:42 PM EDT Updated: Jun 25, 2025 / 01:42 PM EDT (The Hill) — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte affectionately referred to President Donald Trump as “daddy” on Tuesday after the president slammed Israel and Iran for continuing strikes despite a fragile ceasefire agreement.
Mote aquarium to close after July 6, begin transition to new location

2 days ago | wfla.com | Allyson Henning

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Mote Marine Aquarium announced last week its City Island location will close to the public after July 6. On July 7, staff will begin to prepare for the opening of Mote Science Education Aquarium or Mote SEA. The new aquarium at Nathan Benderson Park has been under construction since 2020, but is nearing completion. “It is moving along great and I go out there about once a week and every day I go out there it is different and better,” said Mote CEO Dr. Michael Crosby.
Jason Licht suggests one Bucs position group could be best in the NFL

2 days ago | wfla.com | StormSolymallshop NowUndo |StormSolymallshop Now |Collin Haalboom

Jason Licht believes this Tampa Bay Buccaneers unit is one of the best in the entire league. Over the years, Buccaneers GM Jason Licht has proven to have both strengths and weaknesses. Of those strengths, it could be argued that identifying and developing offensive line talent is at the very top of the list. READ MORE: Who’s on the bubble?
Cardinals' Masyn Winn Raced Around the Bases After Cubs Star Lost Track of Outs

2 days ago | wfla.com | Kyle Koster

One player kept playing. The other didn't. St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn showed off the benefits of always hustling as he raced in from second base on a fly ball to center on Tuesday night. Winn's 180-foot scamper was facilitated by Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong losing track of how many outs had been recorded in the fourth inning. The play started innocently enough as Alec Burleson lofted a high drive to the warning track that Crow-Armstrong easily tracked down.
Sarasota County Schools breaks ground on replacement for aging elementary school in Venice

3 days ago | wfla.com | Allyson Henning

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Sarasota County Schools hosted a groundbreaking celebration Tuesday for what will soon be the new Garden Elementary School. The 130,000-square-foot facility will have updated play areas, secure fencing, and modern classrooms with space to accommodate about 200 additional students. It will also feature a new car loop aimed at improving traffic flow. It is designed to hold 142 cars at once. Crews are already on site prepping the property for construction to begin.
Leo Govoni’s accountant John Witeck embezzled $100 million from disabled people nationwide, federal prosecutors say

3 days ago | wfla.com | Brittany Muller

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Leo Govoni, 67, was found liable for more than $100 million in missing money, and now, he’s locked up. 8 On Your Side is taking a closer look at the other person arrested in this massive fraud case: the man accused of cooking the books. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
Solar panels reinstalled after Pinellas County man waited nine months

3 days ago | wfla.com | Shannon Behnken

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Steve Gaskins paid his solar company, Sunrun, $8,900 to remove his solar panels and reinstall them after his new roof was complete. Nine months later, the panels were still sitting beside his home, and he said he was getting the runaround. He said he was told by the solar company that they are waiting on Pinellas County to approve the permit.
Why deep tech investments are driving innovation

4 days ago | wfla.com | Brody Wooddell

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — While headlines often spotlight viral apps and consumer tech trends, some of the most transformative innovations are unfolding behind the scenes, at the intersection of science, engineering and long-term capital. This is the world of deep tech: advanced technologies rooted in fundamental breakthroughs, from semiconductors and intelligent manufacturing to AI-driven infrastructure.
Longboat Key celebrates milestone in undergrounding project

4 days ago | wfla.com | Allyson Henning

LONGBOAT KEY, Fla. (WFLA) — Driving through the town of Longboat Key, you won’t see power lines or utility poles any longer. After years of work, the island town celebrated the removal of its last utility pole in a ceremony Monday. Mayor Kenneth Schneier said talks of bringing utilities underground first started about 33 years ago, but at the time it was too pricey. After the devastating hurricane season in 2004, talks about it become more serious.