Benchmark Arena becomes Santa's workshop as volunteers assemble 1,000 bikes
Benchmark International Arena looked more like Santa’s workshop Tuesday as hundreds of volunteers packed the space for OnBikes’ annual "Santa’s Bike Shop."
No-show juror booted from Tampa murder trial
One of the jurors seated in the Tampa murder trial against McKinsie Lyons was booted after not showing up on the second day of trial.
Convicted Florida killer back in court to fight for a new trial
A convicted murderer who had already received a commuted death sentence, appeared in Hillsborough County Court to argue for the chance at a new trial.
CAIR vows legal action as Florida follows Texas in targeting the organization
Governor DeSantis announced he was officially designating the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a foreign terrorist organization.
Brian Hartline officially introduced as USF’s new head football coach
The University of South Florida officially introduced Brian Hartline as the seventh head coach of USF Football on Monday.
City of Tampa calls for developers to submit proposals for police headquarters sale
As Downtown Tampa evolves, the city could soon sell its aging police headquarters. The starting bid for the historic site comes with a minimum price tag of $36 million.
Death investigation after couple found dead at Tampa home: police
The Tampa Police Department says that they found an elderly couple dead on Monday afternoon at a home on the 4100 block of West Palmira Ave.
Kendra Scott jewelry pieces helping Muma Children’s Hospital patients
Patients at the Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) made their own Kendra Scott jewelry pieces at Monday’s pop-up event inside the hospital.
Kristi Noem presents $10K bonus checks for TSA officers at TPA
United States Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was in Tampa on Monday morning to present two dozen TSA workers with $10,000 bonus checks for working without pay during the government shutdown.
Street racing arrest made after 2 cars were seen going 100 MPH in 45 MPH zone: affidavit
A Pinellas County deputy made an arrest late on Friday night after he saw two cars racing near the intersection of Tampa Road and Racetrack Road.
Tampa woman walking dog on I-275 arrested after resisting trooper: FHP
A Tampa woman walking on Interstate 275 with her dog was arrested Friday after resisting a state trooper while being cited, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
1,500 riders take over Tampa streets for OnBikes’ annual Winter Wonder Ride, with a new look for 2025
The 14th annual OnBikes Winter Wonder Ride drew a crowd of about 1,500 cyclists, scooter riders and families dressed in holiday gear on Saturday.
Tampa driver arrested for DUI manslaughter after deadly motorcycle crash
A Tampa driver was arrested Saturday morning for DUI manslaughter after a deadly motorcycle crash on County Line Road East and Grand Hampton Drive.
Developer attempting to build Tampa's tallest skyscraper, still in the early stages
It is early but AI-generated concept renderings for Elliott Tower are getting attention across the Tampa Bay area. This proposed skyscraper will be the tallest building in Tampa when it is done – if it is approved.
Family of Tampa mother still searching for justice 27 years after her murder: ‘I cry every day’
Decades later, the family of a mother of four is still seeking answers regarding her death.
Tampa man hit, killed by SUV while crossing Hillsborough Avenue: FHP
A 75-year-old man is dead after he was hit by an SUV while crossing West Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa Thursday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Tampa men arrested in rooftop mall heist, ending what is believed to be a $1M organized shoe-theft ring: MCSO
Four Tampa men have been arrested in connection with a rooftop burglary at the Treasure Coast Mall in Martin County, bringing an end to what authorities believe is a $1M organized shoe theft ring that spans multiple states.
Man arrested in Tampa shooting that left 17-year-old dead: HCSO
A man was arrested Thursday and is facing a murder charge in connection with a Tampa shooting that left a teen dead and two others hospitalized in October, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Tampa Bay Area fire departments team up for holiday safety demonstrations
Tampa Fire Rescue, along with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, Temple Terrace Fire Department, and Plant City Fire Rescue, came together Friday morning for their annual holiday safety demonstrations.
Fire training sends flames into sky at Tampa International Airport: 'We need to be prepared'
You may have seen or spotted a thick plume of black smoke rising above Tampa International Airport. Don’t worry, though, the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Division has been performing training exercises after sunset this week.