Bay Area law enforcement make small changes, reinforce existing policies on use-of-force

The Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg police departments say their policies are sufficient but are reminding officers of the rules. Sarasota PD banned choke-holds. But for the most part, Bay Area law enforcement are only making small changes in response to big outcry for reform.

Elected black officials of Hillsborough County call for review of Tampa PD use of force

The Tampa Police Department pushed back Thursday on accusations that officers used rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse peaceful protesters as a letter from Hillsborough County's black elected officials called for answers from TPD on its use of force practices, especially during local protests in response to George Floyd's death in Minneapolis.

Demonstrations strike solemn tone in Tampa Wednesday night

Protesters were back on the streets in Tampa after Tuesday night turned unruly, leading to multiple arrests.

Tampa PD chief says he will be 'shocked' if Minneapolis officers not charged

The video of George Floyd on the ground, with an officer's knee on the back of his neck for over seven minutes, and him screaming for his mother Is enough to make a nearly 30-year officer cringe.

First responders: Help us help you by being honest about possible COVID-19 symptoms

Of all the changes Americans have made to their daily lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the changes for first responders might be some of the most notable.

COVID-19 has changed the way first responders respond to calls

While government leaders are urging people to stay home to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, there are others who don't have the option of working from home: first responders.

TPD officer serving in Iraq promoted to lieutenant via Skype

A Tampa police officer currently on deployment with the U.S. Army in Iraq received an honor back at home Monday: A big promotion.