Tampa leaders, WWE star Titus O’Neil promote alternative event for young people amid 'teen takeover' trend

Tampa police are offering an alternative event for teenagers Friday, as they are prepared for two more possible "teen takeover" events this weekend after last Friday’s gathering at Curtis Hixon Park turned violent and led to dozens of arrests.

Tampa VA hospital helping veterans rebuild their lives with custom prosthetic limbs

A specialized team at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa is helping veterans from across the Southeast rebuild their lives through custom-built prosthetics and intensive rehabilitation.

Tampa police brace for more 'teen takeovers' after downtown violence, arrests near Curtis Hixon Park

Tampa police are warning anyone planning another "teen takeover" event in downtown Tampa this week not to follow through after last Friday’s gathering near Curtis Hixon Park turned violent and led to dozens of arrests.

It's tradition with a twist at Bocelli Modern Italian in South Tampa

It's more than just the Sunday sauce that sets Bocelli Modern Italian apart from other South Tampa restaurants. The owners really want to be a part of the community, bringing the warmth of the local eatery and the familiarity of the kitchen table back home.

Tampa Police Officer arrested for driving under the influence: TPD

The Tampa Police Department has arrested a fellow officer after a traffic stop on I-275 near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

South Tampa residents push back on El Prado Boulevard traffic safety changes

The city of Tampa is moving forward with safety changes to El Prado Boulevard in South Tampa. Some residents oppose the project, arguing it could worsen traffic and create safety concerns, while a petition against the plan has gathered more than 800 signatures.

Julio Foolio murder: Jurors find 4 men guilty of first-degree murder for killing Florida rapper

A jury has reached a verdict in the trial of four men, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy, Sean Gathright, and Isaiah Chance, accused of shooting and killing Florida rapper Julio Foolio. 

Cyberattack on Canvas platform disrupts finals for Bay Area students

A cyberattack targeting one of the nation’s most widely used education platforms caused disruptions for millions of students and teachers this week, including many across the Bay Area.

Tampa man at heart of guesthouse, pickleball court saga gets out of jail after agreeing to demolish structures

Tampa businessman Michael Martin spoke from his Beach Park home Friday shortly after being released from jail. This comes as he ultimately agreed to comply with a court order to demolish several structures on his property following a lengthy dispute with his neighbors.

USF honors slain doctoral students during graduation weekend

Graduation ceremonies are underway this weekend at the University of South Florida, where celebrations are being paired with tributes honoring two doctoral students killed last month.

Tampa man accused of abusing children for years, nearly 100,000 child porn files recovered :TPD

A 71-year-old Tampa man is facing additional felony charges after investigators say they uncovered evidence linking him to the sexual abuse of multiple children over more than a decade, according to the Tampa Police Department.

Tampa man in jail agrees to demolish backyard guest house after court denies appeal in neighbor dispute

A Tampa businessman at the center of a years-long legal battle that stemmed from a neighbor dispute over a backyard guest house, pool and pickleball court has agreed to comply with a judge’s demolition order.

FEMA reform: 10 changes proposed to speed disaster aid in Tampa

The FEMA Review Council, which was appointed by President Trump and includes Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, is urging Congress to adopt ten reforms in hopes of speeding aid to those in need and revitalizing a troubled agency.