Northbound lanes of Veterans Expressway reopen following ‘emergency road work’
'Emergency road work' closed the northbound lanes of Veteran Expressway near Waters Avenue, but it has since reopened.
Bradenton police target high-crash areas amid 'alarming' increase
Bradenton police announced there will be an increase in patrols after the number of fatal traffic crashes doubled in the city from 2020 to 2021.
Eastbound lanes of I-4 reopen in Polk County following vehicle fire
Eastbound lanes of I-4 in Polk County have reopened following a vehicle fire.
Law enforcement working together to prevent speeding in 'Operation Southern Slowdown'
This week, law enforcement from across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina are all teaming up for operation Southern Slowdown. Officials say of the more than 15,000 warnings and citations issued between Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Citrus Counties between 2019 and 2021, more than half were for speeding.
FHP: Distracted driver caused multi-vehicle crash that killed 2 on I-275 exit ramp
Troopers said a distracted driver caused a deadly multi-vehicle crash on the Howard Frankland Bridge that snarled traffic for commuters heading into Tampa from St. Pete on Monday morning.
New east-west route across I-75 opens near Apollo Beach to ease traffic
Drivers in southern Hillsborough County have an easier commute thanks to the official opening of the new Apollo Beach Flyover Overpass Friday.
Leaders focus on road design as Tampa Bay continues to be one of the most dangerous areas for pedestrians
A new report Tuesday ranks the Tampa-St. Pete-Clearwater metro area fourth in the country for the most dangerous roads for pedestrians, and transportation leaders shared what they are changing to help address the issue.
Multi-vehicle crash closes southbound I-75 in Sarasota
Florida troopers are investigating what led up to a multi-vehicle crash in Sarasota.
Florida troopers: Expect post-holiday traffic patrols through weekend
If you happen to see extra state troopers patrolling Florida roads this week, don’t be alarmed. Florida Highway Patrol says it is continuing its increased safety efforts well into the mid-week as more than 2.3 million residents return home from Independence Day vacations.
FHP: Woman killed after gas tank falls on car following fiery tractor-trailer crash on I-75
A Ruskin woman lost her life Friday morning in a fiery crash involving two tractor-trailers on I-75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Drivers detoured after road collapse on Brorein, Parker streets in Tampa
Tampa crews closed the westbound lanes of West Brorein Street near South Parker Street after a portion of the road caved in, officials said.
Hillsborough residents can get up to speed on I-75 interchange improvements
The Florida Department of Transportation is hosting in-person and open house meetings on Tuesday so motorists can learn more and ask questions about the Big Bend Corridor Improvement Project.
Troopers search for driver who fled after crashing into pedestrian, killing him
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a deadly crash that occurred in Ellenton, where a pedestrian was struck by two vehicles. They said one of the drivers fled from the collision.
‘Ride of Silence' brings awareness to dangers bicyclists face on the road
Groups gathered around the world and across the Tampa Bay area for the “Ride of Silence.” The annual ride, now in its 20th year, honors those killed or injured while cycling on public roadways and raised awareness to share the road.
FDOT constructing wildlife underpass along I-4 to protect animals in Polk County
A wildlife underpass is being built in Polk County. The crossing beneath I-4 will reconnect wilderness that was bisected in the 1970s, allowing animals to safely access the protected lands on both sides of the interstate.
Tampa works to reverse trend as deadly traffic crashes reaches 16-year high nationwide
A new national report found deadly traffic crashes reached a 16-year high nationwide, and Tampa city officials are working on a way to reverse the trend locally.
More than 42,000 people were killed on US roads last year, traffic agency says
Traffic deaths rose 10.5% over 2020, the largest percentage increase since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began its fatality data collection in 1975.
FHP: 5 kids, 1 adult from Philadelphia injured in I-75 crash after impaired driver stops in middle of lane
Six people visiting from Philadelphia – including a group of children as young as one and as old as 10 – were seriously injured after crashing into an impaired driver, troopers say.
Fiery explosion caught on video after dump truck crashes into Ohio DOT vehicle
Both drivers were transported to the hospital with life-threatening and serious injuries, according to officials.
Man dead after fiery I-75 crash in Hillsborough County, troopers say
A man is dead after a fiery I-75 crash near Big Bend Road in Hillsborough County Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.