200-acre racetrack takes shape east of Tampa for car enthusiasts

200-acre racetrack takes shape east of Tampa for car enthusiasts

A huge racetrack is taking shape near the intersection of I-4 and I-75, just east of Tampa, but it's not for NASCAR or Formula 1. It's for ordinary people who love cars and want to drive fast – legally. 

A huge racetrack is taking shape near the intersection of I-4 and I-75, just east of Tampa, but it's not for NASCAR or Formula 1. It's for ordinary people who love cars and want to drive fast – legally. 

Sentencing for cop impersonator convicted of raping women rescheduled

Sentencing for cop impersonator convicted of raping women rescheduled

The jury took two hours to hand down their guilty verdict earlier this month. Monday, Justin Evans – who was convicted of impersonating a police officer and raping a woman he detained – was expected to be sentenced, but his hearing has since been rescheduled.

The jury took two hours to hand down their guilty verdict earlier this month. Monday, Justin Evans – who was convicted of impersonating a police officer and raping a woman he detained – was expected to be sentenced, but his hearing has since been rescheduled.

Bay Area Argentinians celebrate World Cup victory

Bay Area Argentinians celebrate World Cup victory

Argentinians in the Bay Area could hardly contain their excitement when soccer icon Lionel Messi led team Argentina to victory over France in the World Cup with penalty kicks. 

Argentinians in the Bay Area could hardly contain their excitement when soccer icon Lionel Messi led team Argentina to victory over France in the World Cup with penalty kicks. 

‘Badges and Books’ program bridges community gap with literacy

‘Badges and Books’ program bridges community gap with literacy

It’s been said that a book can take a child’s mind anywhere in the world and that’s one of the goals of a new partnership between the Tampa Police Department and an East Tampa Youth Center.

It’s been said that a book can take a child’s mind anywhere in the world and that’s one of the goals of a new partnership between the Tampa Police Department and an East Tampa Youth Center.

Woman caught on camera stealing packages, TPD reports package thefts up 35%

Woman caught on camera stealing packages, TPD reports package thefts up 35%

Package thefts are a growing problem during the holidays. Police said Tampa is seeing a 35% increase in package thefts in 2022 compared to this time last year.

Package thefts are a growing problem during the holidays. Police said Tampa is seeing a 35% increase in package thefts in 2022 compared to this time last year.

Gaither soccer player fights for right to play senior season

Gaither soccer player fights for right to play senior season

Rodriguez may be deaf, but the Cowboys soccer player has never let that stop him from playing the game he loves. It's a game that was almost taken away from him through no fault of his own, though.

Rodriguez may be deaf, but the Cowboys soccer player has never let that stop him from playing the game he loves. It's a game that was almost taken away from him through no fault of his own, though.

Tampa Bay area volunteers to place wreaths at Tampa Bay area national cemeteries

Tampa Bay area volunteers to place wreaths at Tampa Bay area national cemeteries

A sea of wreaths will cloak local national cemeteries in honor of the veterans buried there. Volunteers will begin placing thousands of wreaths on the gravestone of each veteran who served our country. 

A sea of wreaths will cloak local national cemeteries in honor of the veterans buried there. Volunteers will begin placing thousands of wreaths on the gravestone of each veteran who served our country. 

Next Generation Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' returns to Straz Center

Next Generation Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' returns to Straz Center

The Next Generation Ballet is coming back to the stage with "The Nutcracker" at the Straz Center in Tampa this weekend. 

The Next Generation Ballet is coming back to the stage with "The Nutcracker" at the Straz Center in Tampa this weekend. 

ZooTampa announces multi-year plan to expand to Hillsborough River

ZooTampa announces multi-year plan to expand to Hillsborough River

In newly released plans to expand its footprint in Tampa, ZooTampa officials announced a $125 million transformation of its current park that will take two decades to finish. This includes expanding its manatee rescue area and creating a new "realm" while revamping current ones to showcase animals from around the world.

In newly released plans to expand its footprint in Tampa, ZooTampa officials announced a $125 million transformation of its current park that will take two decades to finish. This includes expanding its manatee rescue area and creating a new "realm" while revamping current ones to showcase animals from around the world.

Tampa city council rejects recommendation for Harbour Island hotel

Tampa city council rejects recommendation for Harbour Island hotel

Harbour Island neighbors once again filled Tampa city council chambers fighting to keep a 10-story hotel out of their community. 

Harbour Island neighbors once again filled Tampa city council chambers fighting to keep a 10-story hotel out of their community. 

Liquor Depot to sell exclusive Jack Daniel's bottle to benefit Alstott's foundation

Liquor Depot to sell exclusive Jack Daniel's bottle to benefit Alstott's foundation

With the spirits business booming, a Tampa man found a way to give back this holiday season. It's a special hand-picked bottle of some of the world's most famous whiskey with all proceeds going to a familiar local non-profit.

With the spirits business booming, a Tampa man found a way to give back this holiday season. It's a special hand-picked bottle of some of the world's most famous whiskey with all proceeds going to a familiar local non-profit.

Transportation officials making progress on new Howard Frankland Bridge

Transportation officials making progress on new Howard Frankland Bridge

The Florida Department of Transportation is closing out 2022 with a lot checked off its to-do list for the Howard Frankland Bridge replacement project in the Tampa Bay area.

The Florida Department of Transportation is closing out 2022 with a lot checked off its to-do list for the Howard Frankland Bridge replacement project in the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa man accused of stalking, attacking woman found guilty by jury

Tampa man accused of stalking, attacking woman found guilty by jury

A Tampa man was accused of stalking and attacking a woman he was obsessed with. Now three years later, a jury found him guilty on all counts. 

A Tampa man was accused of stalking and attacking a woman he was obsessed with. Now three years later, a jury found him guilty on all counts. 

Henry B. Plant Museum hosts 41st year of Victorian Christmas Stroll

Henry B. Plant Museum hosts 41st year of Victorian Christmas Stroll

Now in its 41st year, the Victorian Christmas Stroll at the Henry B. Plant Museum is giving historical holiday tours that will continue through December 23. 

Now in its 41st year, the Victorian Christmas Stroll at the Henry B. Plant Museum is giving historical holiday tours that will continue through December 23.