TPD: 1 arrested after man stomped to death outside Tampa 7-Eleven
A suspect accused of killing a man in his 70s outside a Tampa convenience store early Friday morning has been arrested.
Tarpons pitcher lives double life as accomplished DJ
Tampa Tarpons pitcher, Chandler Champlain, is also a part-time DJ. Recently Champlain was added to the list of Yankees top 30 prospects in just his first full professional season.
Tampa police investigating murder at 7-Eleven
Tampa police said a man died after he was found unconscious outside a 7-Eleven.
Bay Area shelters work hard to find animals homes with massive overcrowding spike
A massive spike in animal overcrowding have Manatee and Hillsborough animal shelters working harder to find places for dogs and cats in the Bay Area.
Financial assistance helps qualifying Tampa buyers land their first home
According to Redfin, the median home price in Tampa has shot up to $400,000, a 21-percent increase over this time last year and a $120,000 jump from the average price in May 2020.
Tampa man convicted of killing girlfriend, 10-year-old boy wants to live, says witness lied to jurors
A Tampa man found guilty of killing his live-in girlfriend and her 10-year-old son wants a sentencing "do-over" after a jury recommended the death penalty.
Inventors Hall of Fame highlights stars of Florida Innovation
Florida Inventors Hall of Fame at USF offers tours and features some of Florida's greatest inventors.
Price spike could follow federal gas tax holiday, experts warn
At the highest levels of the U.S. government, suspending the national $.18-per-gallon tax on gasoline is being considered as a way to give struggling Americans some financial relief. Now economists are crunching the numbers to determine whether suspending the tax would help, hurt, or make no real difference.
Husband of Tampa attorney found dead in her home says he's desperate for answers
Tampa attorney Lisa Westberry was found dead in her Ruskin home on the evening of June 4, and investigators have still not figured out what killed her. Lisa's husband says he and their two children are devastated over her sudden death and are desperate for answers.
Tampa Bay Restaurant Week celebrates local cuisine, benefits Feeding Tampa Bay
The 16th annual Tampa Bay Restaurant Week is happening now through June 26th, giving locals a chance to celebrate the Bay Area’s delicious cuisine.
Tampa Prep footballer already on the pitch after signing with Rowdies at 17
This year couldn't be going any better for Tampa Prep's Santiago Castaneda, who's better known as Santi. The rising high school senior has a lot to celebrate.
Push to change Chamberlain High mascot leads to heated discussion at school board meeting
In a 5 to 1 vote, the school board voted to approve the change. It's not at all what the dozens of alumni who showed up to speak wanted to see, but supporters of the change say the current student body feels it's time for something new.
New hotline offers Tampa renters, homeowners find rent, mortgage relief
Tampa renters and homeowners now have a new hotline for the latest housing information that can be used to call for help with rent relief or mortgage relief.
Man reunited with Tampa hospital staff after surviving harrowing COVID battle
There was an emotional reunion outside Tampa General Hospital Thursday – but it almost never happened. He spent more than 100 days at TGH battling the delta variant of COVID-19, including nearly five weeks in intensive care.
Go airborne while getting in shape: Tampa Sports Academy now offering aerial fitness
There’s a new high-flying class you can take to build strength, flexibility and endurance in Tampa.
New 'smart' pond in Tampa can lower its water level before a storm, may help with flooding
A new "smart" pond in Tampa uses forecasting data from the National Weather Service to know when rain is coming, and can automatically lower its water level before a storm. Developers say the system reduces flooding and water pollution from runoff, and can filter the water it holds before it empties into the bay.
Questions remain over sudden death of Tampa attorney
Investigators still don't know exactly how 38-year-old Tampa attorney Lisa Westberry died earlier this month, when her teenage son found her lifeless body in their Ruskin home. The medical examiner says the case is under criminal investigation.
Massive warehouses along I-4 to bring big businesses, more jobs to Plant City
Two massive new warehouses along I-4 in Plant City could have far-reaching effects on the area's economy. City Furniture's expansive showroom, cafe, corporate offices and warehouse space will bring hundreds of new jobs, while Fortune 100 companies are reportedly eyeing the other location as a possible distribution facility.
Mosquito management in Hillsborough County uses helicopters and bacteria
Tuesday marks the first day of summer which also means more mosquitoes will be buzzing around Floridians.
When thunder roars, go indoors: Lightning strikes pose threat, even when skies above are sunny
With so many new people moving to the Tampa Bay area, newcomers may not realize how common lightning strikes are, and Tampa Bay is known by many to be the lightning capital of North America.