Tampa smoke shop owner accused of buying narcotics on dark web busted after overdose death: Sheriff
The owner of two Tampa smoke shops is accused of using cryptocurrency to buy narcotics on the dark web and selling them in the Bay Area.
The owner of two Tampa smoke shops is accused of using cryptocurrency to buy narcotics on the dark web and selling them in the Bay Area.
Airline CEOs urge Congress to pay TSA workers during partial government shutdown
As we continue this partial government shutdown, one of the areas most impacted is the aviation space, especially TSA. In fact, a group of airline executives are calling on congress to support TSA workers better as they are receiving zero dollar paychecks, receiving nothing.
As we continue this partial government shutdown, one of the areas most impacted is the aviation space, especially TSA. In fact, a group of airline executives are calling on congress to support TSA workers better as they are receiving zero dollar paychecks, receiving nothing.
Local expert weighs in on military plane crash tied to MacDill Airforce Base that killed 6 service members
It was a KC 135 Strato-Tanker that went down over western Iraq on Thursday, killing six service members.
It was a KC 135 Strato-Tanker that went down over western Iraq on Thursday, killing six service members.
Citrus Park man arrested on drug charges after police officer fires gunshot during chase: TPD
A Citrus Park man is facing drug-related charges after a police officer fired a gunshot at him during a chase in the Hyde Park area Saturday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A Citrus Park man is facing drug-related charges after a police officer fired a gunshot at him during a chase in the Hyde Park area Saturday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Florida's extreme drought continues: Tips on how to protect your plants
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Tampa police officer recovering after being hit by car while directing traffic near Raymond James Stadium: TPD
A sergeant with the Tampa Police Department is recovering after reportedly being hit by a vehicle while directing traffic following a concert near Raymond James Stadium early Sunday morning.
A sergeant with the Tampa Police Department is recovering after reportedly being hit by a vehicle while directing traffic following a concert near Raymond James Stadium early Sunday morning.
MacDill Air Force Base announces the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron
In a news release put out Saturday evening, MacDill Air Force Base announced it is devastated by the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron.
In a news release put out Saturday evening, MacDill Air Force Base announced it is devastated by the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron.
Moffitt Cancer Center offers free skin cancer screenings in Tampa: Here's where they're offered
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.
Tampa's River O'Green event turns Hillsborough River bright green as thousands celebrate
Thousands gathered at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Saturday as the Hillsborough River turned bright green to kick off Tampa’s annual River O’Green St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Thousands gathered at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Saturday as the Hillsborough River turned bright green to kick off Tampa’s annual River O’Green St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Indian fusion restaurant offers flavors from the north and the south all on one menu
Copper Indian Cuisine brings recipes from Delhi to Mumbai all right here in Tampa's Westchase area.
Copper Indian Cuisine brings recipes from Delhi to Mumbai all right here in Tampa's Westchase area.
Seniors served more than 1.2 million meals in 2025 as National Nutrition Month highlights community impact
As National Nutrition Month spotlights the theme "Food Connects Us," local leaders say that message is playing out every day at senior meal sites across Hillsborough County.
As National Nutrition Month spotlights the theme "Food Connects Us," local leaders say that message is playing out every day at senior meal sites across Hillsborough County.
Don’t rely on luck: How to survive Tampa’s seven-event Saturday
In no time, downtown Tampa will be packed for River O'Green and the St. Patrick's Day parade, but it is not just the holiday taking this city by storm, there will be sports and shows converging for one big weekend.
In no time, downtown Tampa will be packed for River O'Green and the St. Patrick's Day parade, but it is not just the holiday taking this city by storm, there will be sports and shows converging for one big weekend.
Three boats damaged after fire at Tampa Yacht and Country Club: Officials
Three vessels at the Tampa Yacht and Country Club were damaged after one caught fire Friday evening, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Three vessels at the Tampa Yacht and Country Club were damaged after one caught fire Friday evening, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Patrols increase at Tampa Bay synagogues and holocaust museum following Michigan attack
An attack at a synagogue in Michigan is renewing concerns about safety at places of worship across the country.
An attack at a synagogue in Michigan is renewing concerns about safety at places of worship across the country.
Hillsborough voters could decide whether to elect school superintendent under new Florida bill
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
MOSI exhibition 'Dreaming in Bamboo' highlights blend of science and art
Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo."
Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo."
Ybor City custom hat shop blends western style with Florida flair
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Inside a small workshop in Ybor City, classic hat making is getting a Florida makeover.
Florida Attorney General threatens to remove Tampa Mayor Jane Castor over TPD’s ‘sanctuary policies’
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
State Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor accusing the Tampa Police Department of violating state law by enacting “sanctuary policies."
Florida couple accused of killing tenant at Brandon apartment complex makes first court appearance
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
A husband and wife are accused of killing a tenant while they were trying to evict him from an apartment in Brandon.
Downtown St. Pete to Tampa in minutes? Florida cleared to launch ‘flying taxi’ tests this summer
The future of flying over Tampa Bay may be closer than anyone thought. Florida has been selected as one of just eight nationwide test sites for a new federal program designed to bring electric air taxis, often called “flying cars," into real-world operation.
The future of flying over Tampa Bay may be closer than anyone thought. Florida has been selected as one of just eight nationwide test sites for a new federal program designed to bring electric air taxis, often called “flying cars," into real-world operation.



















