USF introduces lifelong Bull Rob Higgins as the CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins was introduced as USF's CEO of Athletics on Monday morning in front of a large crowd at the school's women's basketball practice facility with big names in the house like mayor Jane Castor, Bucs legends Ronde Barber and Derrick Brooks, WWE superstar Titus O'Neil, Yankees legend Tino Martinez, MLB all-star Jose Bautista and many more.
Florida couple accused of several armed robberies along I-75
A pair of Florida 21-year-olds have been arrested after a string of armed robberies along I-75, according to United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.
Senior Spectacular Week: Tampa YMCA focuses on fall prevention for older adults
The Tampa YMCA is kicking off its Senior Spectacular Week in recognition of Falls Prevention Awareness Week.
Visit the foods and flavors of Rimini Italy without needing a passport
Osteria Natalina features flavors and feel of the north coast of Italy right here in Tampa
Leatherheads tailgate brings Bucs and Jets fans together for charity at home opener
The Leatherheads tailgate has become a staple on game days, starting years ago as just a few friends grilling and sharing food.
Tampa Pride takes 1-year hiatus, citing economic and political challenges
Tampa Pride, the nonprofit behind the city’s annual parade and festival, announced it will take a one-year break in 2026. The event has been a fixture in Ybor City since 2014, drawing more than 60,000 people each year.
'Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful' wraps up Spirit Week with major coastal cleanup
This week, hundreds of people across Tampa Bay rolled up their sleeves to protect the environment as part of Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful’s annual Spirit Week.
Tampa Pride Festival on 1-year hiatus for funding issues due to the 'current political and economic climate'
The annual Tampa Pride Festival and other events were put on a one-year hiatus by the Tampa Pride Board for funding issues due to the "current political and economic climate."
Investigators trying to identify body found in vacant lot in Tampa
A death investigation is underway after a body was found Friday afternoon in a vacant lot off of 39th Street in Tampa, according to officers.
Bones, including portion of a skull, found in duffel bag at TPA: CBP
A traveler at Tampa International Airport is accused of having what looked like human remains, including a portion of a skull, inside a duffel bag.
Tampa Police Department employee accused of creating law enforcement credentials for a family member
A Tampa Police Department employee has been arrested after investigators alleged that she falsified official records and accessed a computer in a manner that exceeded her authorized access.
Tampa ranks among worst in U.S. for harassing debt collection calls. Here's where Florida ranks as a state
Florida is seeing one of the steepest spikes in debt collection calls in the country, and Tampa is among the hardest-hit cities.
AAA launches ‘Safe Streets for Small Wheels’ at USF alongside mom of student killed in e-scooter crash
Almost anyone can get on an e-scooter or e-bike, but some people said that's part of the danger with these motorized rides.
Tampa pushes for strong growth in northern part of downtown – Here's what a city planning expert suggested
Tampa is stepping up its effort to renew the northern part of downtown. While the areas around Channelside and Water Street have seen enormous growth over the last decade, the area in the north part of downtown is still filled with vacant lots and urban blight.
Tickets for NHL Stadium Series in Tampa on sale Thursday
Tickets to the Tampa Bay Lightning's first home outdoor game are now on sale through TicketMaster. It's part of the NHL's Stadium Series and is the second of two NHL contests to be played in the Sunshine State this winter.
Tampa Bay Rays sale to be finalized in next 2 weeks, team presidents step down
The sale of the Tampa Bay Rays to a group led by a Jacksonville-based developer could be finalized in the next two weeks, team officials announced Wednesday – and major leadership changes are already taking place.
Suni Bell murder trial: Five men convicted in murder of 4-year-old girl in Tampa
A jury has convicted five men of first-degree murder in the death of a four-year-old girl.
Firefighters test their skills during mass-casualty exercise at TPA
Tampa International Airport completed its FAA-required Triennial Mass Casualty Exercise Wednesday. This drill modeled a commercial plane crash involving a fuel fire, injury to passengers, and multiple casualties.
Operation Walk Florida performs over 70 free surgeries in Guatemala
A team of about 65 medical professionals from across Florida is back home this week after completing a week-long medical mission in Antigua, Guatemala, where they helped dozens of patients walk again.
Steven Lorenzo writes to court intention to cease appeals of the death penalty
Convicted killer Steven Lorenzo withdraws from appeals process.