Attorneys for couple accused in Brandon murder set the table for self-defense case
James Llanos and Lizeina Cepeda appeared in Hillsborough County Court Friday for a pretrial detention hearing.
James Llanos and Lizeina Cepeda appeared in Hillsborough County Court Friday for a pretrial detention hearing.
Tampa charter school's new 'BIZI' currency credited with changing culture on campus
BIZI debuted this school year at IDEA Hope K-8. It's an incentive program that rewards a variety of good student behaviors.
BIZI debuted this school year at IDEA Hope K-8. It's an incentive program that rewards a variety of good student behaviors.
Tampa woman accused of DUI, assaulting troopers after 132 mph chase ends in serious rollover crash: FHP
A Tampa woman is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say she led troopers on a high-speed chase along the Howard Frankland Bridge, causing a rollover crash that seriously injured another driver Tuesday night. Whitney Joseph, 25, is accused of kicking and hitting troopers during her arrest, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Tampa woman is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say she led troopers on a high-speed chase along the Howard Frankland Bridge, causing a rollover crash that seriously injured another driver Tuesday night. Whitney Joseph, 25, is accused of kicking and hitting troopers during her arrest, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
How Tampa Bay Water is using a bypass canal to fight severe drought
Water is a precious resource, especially as the Tampa Bay area goes through an extreme drought.
Water is a precious resource, especially as the Tampa Bay area goes through an extreme drought.
Brother and sister charged after an explosive device was found outside MacDill Air Force Base
A Florida man accused of planting an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base has fled to China, while his sister is now in custody after both were charged in connection with the incident, federal officials announced Thursday.
A Florida man accused of planting an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base has fled to China, while his sister is now in custody after both were charged in connection with the incident, federal officials announced Thursday.
Detroit Lions player mentioned in text messages connected to robbery, kidnapping case
A sixth suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa that detectives say is linked to a rental home used by Terrion Arnold, a cornerback for the Detroit Lions.
A sixth suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa that detectives say is linked to a rental home used by Terrion Arnold, a cornerback for the Detroit Lions.
Tampa residents air energy cost frustrations at city council meeting
Frustrated Tampa residents urged city council Thursday to pressure state lawmakers for affordable energy reforms.
Frustrated Tampa residents urged city council Thursday to pressure state lawmakers for affordable energy reforms.
TSA agents welcome support from Tampa businesses
Local businesses across Tampa Bay are stepping up to support TSA agents struggling during the partial government shutdown, as many workers face missing their third paycheck.
Local businesses across Tampa Bay are stepping up to support TSA agents struggling during the partial government shutdown, as many workers face missing their third paycheck.
Bay Area brain tumor survivor walks toward recovery
A Tampa Bay Area brain tumor survivor is moving forward one step at a time.
A Tampa Bay Area brain tumor survivor is moving forward one step at a time.
New studio in Tampa showcases sculptures made of a mix of metals
Modern Art Creations studio opened its doors in February. The artwork features both recycled metal and raw metal.
Modern Art Creations studio opened its doors in February. The artwork features both recycled metal and raw metal.
Tampa doubles ditch clearing pace ahead of hurricane season, some residents say upkeep remains battle
The city of Tampa announced crews have already graded and cleared more than 13,400 linear feet of ditches so far this year, which is double the pace from this time last year.
The city of Tampa announced crews have already graded and cleared more than 13,400 linear feet of ditches so far this year, which is double the pace from this time last year.
From cancer diagnosis to artist: Tampa girl competes in 'Bob Ross America’s Most Artistic Kid' competition
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience for many. It's what the York family in Tampa endured when their youngest daughter, Ellie York, was diagnosed with leukemia at just 2 years old.
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience for many. It's what the York family in Tampa endured when their youngest daughter, Ellie York, was diagnosed with leukemia at just 2 years old.
Pinellas County man accused of making threats against MacDill Air Force Base
According to federal documents, a man has been arrested in connection with a recent threat made against MacDill Air Force Base.
According to federal documents, a man has been arrested in connection with a recent threat made against MacDill Air Force Base.
Tampa Assistant Police Chief Ruth Cate terminated and makes allegations of retaliation
The second in command of the Tampa Police Department is out of a job and raising allegations of retaliation.
The second in command of the Tampa Police Department is out of a job and raising allegations of retaliation.
Tampa Bay federal agent, Marine veteran honored as community hero after surviving shooting
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Florida lawmakers pass domestic violence reform, it now awaits the Governor's signature
Proposed legislation in Florida would raise penalties for repeat domestic violence offenders and expand resources for survivors.
Proposed legislation in Florida would raise penalties for repeat domestic violence offenders and expand resources for survivors.
Drought conditions force Bay Area leaders to tighten water restrictions: Here's what to know
The Bay Area is facing intensifying drought conditions as water officials tighten restrictions in response to what experts say is the worst dry spell in at least 25 years.
The Bay Area is facing intensifying drought conditions as water officials tighten restrictions in response to what experts say is the worst dry spell in at least 25 years.
Tampa officers rescue man from burning car after medical emergency leads to crash
Quick actions by Tampa police officers saved a man’s life on Sunday afternoon after his car burst into flames following a crash at the 3100 block of W Gandy Blvd.
Quick actions by Tampa police officers saved a man’s life on Sunday afternoon after his car burst into flames following a crash at the 3100 block of W Gandy Blvd.
Woman dies after being shot at Ybor City parking garage: Police
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place in Ybor City early Tuesday morning.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place in Ybor City early Tuesday morning.
Tampa International Airport uses more up-to-date software to prevent ground crashes
An on the ground crash at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night killed two and hospitalized more than 40 people.
An on the ground crash at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night killed two and hospitalized more than 40 people.