Ybor City marks one year since deadly crash as safety changes continue
A year after a high-speed crash tore through Ybor City, the community is still dealing with its impact — and pushing for more safeguards to prevent another tragedy.
A year after a high-speed crash tore through Ybor City, the community is still dealing with its impact — and pushing for more safeguards to prevent another tragedy.
USF student pushes to increase penalties after deadly Ybor City crash
One year after a deadly crash outside Bradley's on 7th, a USF student and safety advocate is pushing for tougher penalties for drivers who flee law enforcement and cause serious injuries or deaths.
One year after a deadly crash outside Bradley's on 7th, a USF student and safety advocate is pushing for tougher penalties for drivers who flee law enforcement and cause serious injuries or deaths.
Man injured in Ybor City shooting, person of interest identified: TPD
A shooting in Ybor City Monday morning left a man injured and hospitalized, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A shooting in Ybor City Monday morning left a man injured and hospitalized, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Ybor City intersection named after Tampa police officer killed in line of duty 77 years ago
The City of Tampa unveiled a street sign honoring Morris Lopez, a police officer killed in 1949 while shielding a paperboy during a drive-by shooting in Ybor City.
The City of Tampa unveiled a street sign honoring Morris Lopez, a police officer killed in 1949 while shielding a paperboy during a drive-by shooting in Ybor City.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. hiring 100 workers for new hotel, restaurant in Ybor City
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is hosting a two-day job fair to hire 100 people for its new hotel, restaurant and cigar lounge – all set to open across the street from the cigar factory in about nine weeks.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is hosting a two-day job fair to hire 100 people for its new hotel, restaurant and cigar lounge – all set to open across the street from the cigar factory in about nine weeks.
Tampa stabbing leaves man hospitalized, 1 arrested: Police
A man is recovering in a hospital after a stabbing in Ybor City early Friday morning led to an arrest, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A man is recovering in a hospital after a stabbing in Ybor City early Friday morning led to an arrest, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Ybor City crash: Newly released video shows driver moments after fatal wreck
The Hillsborough County State Attorney released video showing the moments after Silas Sampson allegedly crashed into a crowd outside an Ybor City bar last November, killing four people and injuring 20 others.
The Hillsborough County State Attorney released video showing the moments after Silas Sampson allegedly crashed into a crowd outside an Ybor City bar last November, killing four people and injuring 20 others.
J.C. Newman rolls America 250 cigars from historic Ybor City factory
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Ybor City residents pushing back against proposed Live Nation concert venue
The Gasworx development in Ybor City is growing, but some residents are ready to do what it takes to stop one of the proposed developments.
The Gasworx development in Ybor City is growing, but some residents are ready to do what it takes to stop one of the proposed developments.
Ybor City crash survivor reunites with medical team, first responders who saved his life: 'A walking miracle'
A survivor of last year’s deadly Ybor City crash is sharing his story of recovery and gratitude six months after doctors feared he might never wake up.
A survivor of last year’s deadly Ybor City crash is sharing his story of recovery and gratitude six months after doctors feared he might never wake up.
Tampa city leaders approve $35M to jumpstart work for Ybor Harbor waterfront development
Construction can now move forward with a long-neglected industrial area along Tampa’s waterfront, transforming it into a mixed-use destination called Ybor Harbor.
Construction can now move forward with a long-neglected industrial area along Tampa’s waterfront, transforming it into a mixed-use destination called Ybor Harbor.
Gasworx development celebrates topping-off for Olivette
The tallest building in the latest phase in Ybor City's Gasworx development had its topping-out party on Friday afternoon.
The tallest building in the latest phase in Ybor City's Gasworx development had its topping-out party on Friday afternoon.
Ybor City celebrates 140 years with massive 140-foot cigar tribute
Ybor City is marking a major milestone, celebrating 140 years since its founding with a tribute to the industry that built it from the ground up.
Ybor City is marking a major milestone, celebrating 140 years since its founding with a tribute to the industry that built it from the ground up.
J.C. Newman: Step inside Ybor City’s El Reloj, the last operating cigar factory in America
In the heart of Ybor City, where Tampa’s cigar industry was born, one factory is still keeping that legacy alive.
In the heart of Ybor City, where Tampa’s cigar industry was born, one factory is still keeping that legacy alive.
Ybor City safety debate continues 5 months after deadly 7th Avenue crash; community group pushes for changes
Nearly five months after a deadly high-speed pursuit ended in tragedy on Ybor City’s 7th Avenue, community members are continuing to push for answers — and action.
Nearly five months after a deadly high-speed pursuit ended in tragedy on Ybor City’s 7th Avenue, community members are continuing to push for answers — and action.
Tampa all-abilities playground renamed to honor 2023 Ybor City mass shooting victim
The city of Tampa is turning heartbreak into hope, honoring a young man’s life with a space designed for joy, inclusion and community.
The city of Tampa is turning heartbreak into hope, honoring a young man’s life with a space designed for joy, inclusion and community.
Ybor City custom hat shop blends western style with Florida flair
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Tampa rolls out new pedestrian safety improvements in Ybor City after deadly crash
Tampa leaders are moving forward with new pedestrian safety improvements in Ybor City, just months after a speeding driver crashed into a crowd along 7th Avenue, killing several people.
Tampa leaders are moving forward with new pedestrian safety improvements in Ybor City, just months after a speeding driver crashed into a crowd along 7th Avenue, killing several people.
Tampa police boost safety measures in Ybor City for Illuminated Knight Parade
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.