Tampa woman illegally adopted during Chile's dictatorship reunited with biological family
Romina Cortés couldn’t pronounce her sister’s last name. She didn’t know what she smells like, what her favorite food is, or what she likes to do in her free time.
Romina Cortés couldn’t pronounce her sister’s last name. She didn’t know what she smells like, what her favorite food is, or what she likes to do in her free time.
Tampa gets new fire trucks; mayor, union disagree on Channelside fire station
If you call 911 in the city of Tampa, first responders now have a fleet of new emergency vehicles to bring to your aid, but the firefighters union says the city still needs to hire at least 49 firefighters, and it wants a new fire station built to cover the fast-growing Channelside and Water Street area.
If you call 911 in the city of Tampa, first responders now have a fleet of new emergency vehicles to bring to your aid, but the firefighters union says the city still needs to hire at least 49 firefighters, and it wants a new fire station built to cover the fast-growing Channelside and Water Street area.
Hit-and-run driver who killed bicyclist blamed it on her drug addiction
Amber Zipperer's drug addiction has led to 11 felony convictions, and it was on full display during her recent trial in the death of a bicyclist.
Amber Zipperer's drug addiction has led to 11 felony convictions, and it was on full display during her recent trial in the death of a bicyclist.
Spring training in full swing across Florida
Warmer weather, beaches, and baseball: it’s no wonder thousands flock to Florida this time of year for spring training.
Warmer weather, beaches, and baseball: it’s no wonder thousands flock to Florida this time of year for spring training.
Florida voters must be registered with party to vote in March primary
Tuesday is the last day that people can register to vote, or change their party affiliations ahead of the March primary.
Tuesday is the last day that people can register to vote, or change their party affiliations ahead of the March primary.
Florida State Fair adjusts to rainy weather, had record-breaking attendance in 2024
The second to the last day of the Florida State Fair had a late start on Sunday due to rainy weather. Because the gates didn't open until 3 p.m. and all rides were closed, organizers discounted tickets to just $3.
The second to the last day of the Florida State Fair had a late start on Sunday due to rainy weather. Because the gates didn't open until 3 p.m. and all rides were closed, organizers discounted tickets to just $3.
Sea lion show at Florida State Fair educates and entertains
Visiting one show at the Florida State Fair helps in the conservation effort and rescue of some very special aquatic creatures.
Visiting one show at the Florida State Fair helps in the conservation effort and rescue of some very special aquatic creatures.
Bicyclist in critical condition after crash in Tampa, police investigating
A bicyclist was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a crash in Tampa on Saturday night, according to officials.
A bicyclist was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a crash in Tampa on Saturday night, according to officials.
Florida State Fair postponing opening on Sunday, offering $3 admission due to inclement weather
On Sunday, Feb. 18, the Florida State Fair will open at 3 p.m. because of poor weather in Tampa.
On Sunday, Feb. 18, the Florida State Fair will open at 3 p.m. because of poor weather in Tampa.
Trooper's patrol car hit during multi-vehicle crash in Tampa: FHP
On Saturday afternoon, officials say a FHP Trooper was involved in a crash on Fowler Avenue.
On Saturday afternoon, officials say a FHP Trooper was involved in a crash on Fowler Avenue.
Gasparilla Music Fest supports recycled instrument program for Bay Area students
There's no doubt Gasparilla Music Festival is a great place to sing and dance to your favorite tunes, but it's also the non-profit Gasparilla Music Foundation's biggest fundraiser of the year, as every ticket purchased supports youth education.
There's no doubt Gasparilla Music Festival is a great place to sing and dance to your favorite tunes, but it's also the non-profit Gasparilla Music Foundation's biggest fundraiser of the year, as every ticket purchased supports youth education.
Tampa antique shop adds massive nautical collection to unique inventory
Thousands of corals, hundreds of sea sponges, ships anchors of all shapes and sizes now occupy every free space in Schiller's Architectural and Design Salvage business on Rome Avenue.
Thousands of corals, hundreds of sea sponges, ships anchors of all shapes and sizes now occupy every free space in Schiller's Architectural and Design Salvage business on Rome Avenue.
2 men injured after being shot in Tampa, police investigating
Two men were shot in Tampa on Friday and police are investigating the incident, according to officials.
Two men were shot in Tampa on Friday and police are investigating the incident, according to officials.
Changes to Florida State Fair rules helps prevent bad behavior, according to HCSO
Rules implemented last year require kids and teens to be with an adult 21 or older if they want to attend "Family Day" at the fair.
Rules implemented last year require kids and teens to be with an adult 21 or older if they want to attend "Family Day" at the fair.
Cassie Carli murder: Florida bill aims to make child custody exchanges safer after kidnapping, killing
Child custody exchanges are a major issue that is front and center in the Florida legislature.
Child custody exchanges are a major issue that is front and center in the Florida legislature.
Scientist investigates South Tampa’s mysterious bass sound using sound recorders underwater
A group of neighbors in South Tampa are teaming up with a scientist from Mote Marine Laboratory to try to get to the bottom of a noise that's been keeping people awake at night.
A group of neighbors in South Tampa are teaming up with a scientist from Mote Marine Laboratory to try to get to the bottom of a noise that's been keeping people awake at night.
Accused drunk driver stands trial for fiery crash that killed Tampa grandfather
From the very beginning, Stephen Paleveda has tried to dodge responsibility for the fiery crash that killed a Tampa grandfather five years ago.
From the very beginning, Stephen Paleveda has tried to dodge responsibility for the fiery crash that killed a Tampa grandfather five years ago.
Former USF softball player dies from brain cancer at 22-years-old
Former University of South Florida softball player and Tampa native, Alexis Buchman, 22, has died from brain cancer.
Former University of South Florida softball player and Tampa native, Alexis Buchman, 22, has died from brain cancer.
Motorcyclist dies in hospital after crash in Tampa: FHP
A 32-year-old Land O' Lakes man died at a local hospital after colliding with a car on Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 32-year-old Land O' Lakes man died at a local hospital after colliding with a car on Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Bay Area cat with screw in her paw rescued, will be available for adoption
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay says they rescued a cat that had a screw screwed into her paw on Wednesday.
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay says they rescued a cat that had a screw screwed into her paw on Wednesday.