Two arrested in USF's first on-campus homicide in nearly 20 years: Authorities
USF Police are investigating what led to the first on-campus homicide in nearly two decades after a 61-year-old man was found dead in a university parking lot over the weekend.
USF Police are investigating what led to the first on-campus homicide in nearly two decades after a 61-year-old man was found dead in a university parking lot over the weekend.
Bay Area church helps keep animals in forever homes with pet food pantry
Shelters are over-flowing with surrendered pets, because their owners simply can't afford rising vet and pet food costs. A Tampa Bay Area church, though, is taking steps to help keep dogs and cats in their forever homes by eliminating the burden of rising pet food costs.
Shelters are over-flowing with surrendered pets, because their owners simply can't afford rising vet and pet food costs. A Tampa Bay Area church, though, is taking steps to help keep dogs and cats in their forever homes by eliminating the burden of rising pet food costs.
Harbour Island wastewater project in full swing with new underground tunnel
An 80-foot hole near Amalie Arena is the gateway to a new underground tunnel that will help carry 15 million gallons of sewage a day in Tampa – about 30% of the city’s wastewater.
An 80-foot hole near Amalie Arena is the gateway to a new underground tunnel that will help carry 15 million gallons of sewage a day in Tampa – about 30% of the city’s wastewater.
Tampa’s police chief creates new position with community focus
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw recently promoted 46 members of the Tampa Police Department into new supervisory roles.
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw recently promoted 46 members of the Tampa Police Department into new supervisory roles.
Tampa residents critical of proposal to increase property taxes for the first time in 30 years
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor made a public appeal for support Thursday, after her proposal to increase property taxes for the first time in three decades received harsh public criticism from Tampa residents during a special City Council meeting.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor made a public appeal for support Thursday, after her proposal to increase property taxes for the first time in three decades received harsh public criticism from Tampa residents during a special City Council meeting.
Bay Area diaper banks providing parents with free diapers, looking for donations
As parents know, babies can use up to a dozen diapers a day.
As parents know, babies can use up to a dozen diapers a day.
Tampa artist creates Beyoncé mural ahead of concert at Raymond James
A Tampa Bay area artist made 1703 North Tampa Street the official Beyhive Headquarters.
A Tampa Bay area artist made 1703 North Tampa Street the official Beyhive Headquarters.
Tampa pool company owner arrested for fraud after spending $1.5 million of victims' money, officials say
The owner of a Tampa-based pool company was arrested after law enforcement discovered that he was defrauding his customers.
The owner of a Tampa-based pool company was arrested after law enforcement discovered that he was defrauding his customers.
Just Elementary students transition into new schools after closing
The start of a new school year also meant a transition to a new school for students who previously attended Just Elementary School.
The start of a new school year also meant a transition to a new school for students who previously attended Just Elementary School.
Travelers may have to pay to ride Tampa Electric Streetcar
The Tampa Electric Streetcar, one of the city's most popular transportation services, might have to begin charging riders.
The Tampa Electric Streetcar, one of the city's most popular transportation services, might have to begin charging riders.
Spinal surgery helps former pro-wrestler stand tall after years in the ring, failed operations damaged back
Brian Blair made wrestling moves look easy three decades ago, but after years in the ring, numerous injuries and multiple failed back surgeries, he could barely stand.
Brian Blair made wrestling moves look easy three decades ago, but after years in the ring, numerous injuries and multiple failed back surgeries, he could barely stand.
Bucs Rookie Draft pick Trey Palmer is making his name known
Bucs rookie wide receiver Trey Palmer gets a surprise at camp, handed the card with his name on it that was turned in at the NFL Draft.
Bucs rookie wide receiver Trey Palmer gets a surprise at camp, handed the card with his name on it that was turned in at the NFL Draft.
Artificial intelligence taking orders at Tampa drive-thru
When you pull into the drive-thru at Checkers located on North Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, you'll be greeted by a friendly voice – but you aren't talking to a person.
When you pull into the drive-thru at Checkers located on North Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, you'll be greeted by a friendly voice – but you aren't talking to a person.
Project Dynamo partners with local Maui company to transport perishable supplies
A Tampa Bay non-profit is assisting with relief efforts on the island. Founder and CEO of Project Dynamo, Bryan Stern said that they have teamed up with a local company, Air Maui Helicopters.
A Tampa Bay non-profit is assisting with relief efforts on the island. Founder and CEO of Project Dynamo, Bryan Stern said that they have teamed up with a local company, Air Maui Helicopters.
Physicians spreading awareness about AEDS as kids head back to school and youth sports ramp up
With kids heading back to school and youth sports ramping up, emergency medicine physicians are staying prepared for whatever cardiac injuries they may see.
With kids heading back to school and youth sports ramping up, emergency medicine physicians are staying prepared for whatever cardiac injuries they may see.
Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa bringing affordable housing to residents
Amid an unprecedented housing crisis, the City of Tampa and Mayor Jane Castor are doing their part to provide more affordable housing.
Amid an unprecedented housing crisis, the City of Tampa and Mayor Jane Castor are doing their part to provide more affordable housing.
Two arrests made after man found dead in University of South Florida parking lot, police investigating
On Saturday morning, a body was found in a parking lot at the University of South Florida, according to police.
On Saturday morning, a body was found in a parking lot at the University of South Florida, according to police.
Flying taxis expected at Tampa International Airport in near future, officials say
Flying taxis will be a reality at Tampa International Airport in the near future, according to the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority.
Flying taxis will be a reality at Tampa International Airport in the near future, according to the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority.
Accused drunk driver wants a lighter sentence for crash that killed pregnant woman, unborn baby
A man accused of being drunk when he caused a crash that claimed the life of his passenger and her unborn child wants a lighter sentence.
A man accused of being drunk when he caused a crash that claimed the life of his passenger and her unborn child wants a lighter sentence.
Community advocates say Florida's new immigration law already putting strain on state
Florida’s new immigration law is already making waves one month in, and the state agriculture commissioner said in a recent podcast that there could be unintended consequences of the law.
Florida’s new immigration law is already making waves one month in, and the state agriculture commissioner said in a recent podcast that there could be unintended consequences of the law.