City of Tampa Solid Waste truck knocks pedestrian to the ground, according to police
A City of Tampa Solid Waste truck hit a pedestrian in Tampa before sunrise on Monday morning, according to police.
A City of Tampa Solid Waste truck hit a pedestrian in Tampa before sunrise on Monday morning, according to police.
Florida officials report five deaths from 'flesh-eating' bacteria in Bay Area since January
Five people are confirmed dead in the Bay Area because of a flesh-eating bacterium known to lurk at beaches, Florida officials reported.
Five people are confirmed dead in the Bay Area because of a flesh-eating bacterium known to lurk at beaches, Florida officials reported.
Deputy rushed to hospital after being exposed to fentanyl inside Hillsborough County jail: HCSO
A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is back at work after officials say he nearly passed out after being exposed to fentanyl in an inmate’s bunk area at the Falkenburg Road Jail on Friday.
A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is back at work after officials say he nearly passed out after being exposed to fentanyl in an inmate’s bunk area at the Falkenburg Road Jail on Friday.
7th and Grove providing southern comfort food in the center of Ybor City
On the busy stretch of 7th Avenue in Ybor City, you'll find a southern treasure that's making a bid to make the community better one meal at a time.
On the busy stretch of 7th Avenue in Ybor City, you'll find a southern treasure that's making a bid to make the community better one meal at a time.
Tampa's proposed $1.92 billion for 2024 includes more first responders, increase in property taxes
The city of Tampa’s proposed $1.92 billion budget is on the table for 2024, including plans for more police officers, firefighters and an increase in property taxes.
The city of Tampa’s proposed $1.92 billion budget is on the table for 2024, including plans for more police officers, firefighters and an increase in property taxes.
Accused drug dealer arrested for first-degree murder in Tampa overdose death: HCSO
An accused drug dealer was arrested Friday on a first-degree murder charge in connection to an overdose death in Tampa last year, deputies said.
An accused drug dealer was arrested Friday on a first-degree murder charge in connection to an overdose death in Tampa last year, deputies said.
Fugitive accused in deadly DUI crash tries delay tactic after skipping trial in June
Defendant Joseph Higgins is accused of driving drunk and killing a Tampa mother two years ago. Since then, prosecutor say he has played games with the justice system to avoid going to trial.
Defendant Joseph Higgins is accused of driving drunk and killing a Tampa mother two years ago. Since then, prosecutor say he has played games with the justice system to avoid going to trial.
Convicted killer who strangled 9-year-old asks Tampa judge to keep him off death row
Prosecutors said Granville Ritchie never showed any mercy to a young girl he murdered, but now, he's asking a Tampa judge to keep him off death row.
Prosecutors said Granville Ritchie never showed any mercy to a young girl he murdered, but now, he's asking a Tampa judge to keep him off death row.
$1 billion proposed Port Tampa Bay dredging project sparks environmental concerns
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) held the second of two public presentations Thursday morning on its recently released Tampa Harbor Navigation Study. Opposing attitudes regarding the project underscore the longstanding tension between the region's economic and environmental interests.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) held the second of two public presentations Thursday morning on its recently released Tampa Harbor Navigation Study. Opposing attitudes regarding the project underscore the longstanding tension between the region's economic and environmental interests.
Students receive school supply donations from Amazon and Macy’s
Students have almost had a whole week back in the classroom. But with inflation, it can be challenging for families and teachers to make ends meet and prepare for the new year.
Students have almost had a whole week back in the classroom. But with inflation, it can be challenging for families and teachers to make ends meet and prepare for the new year.
Get some 'big energy' from Beyoncé inspired breakfast at Tampa café
The Attic Cafe in Downtown Tampa is known for their specialty lattes, but this week they’re making them special for Beyoncé.
The Attic Cafe in Downtown Tampa is known for their specialty lattes, but this week they’re making them special for Beyoncé.
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.