Widow of Bayshore pedestrian killed by drunk Pinch A Penny driver awarded $17 million
A jury has awarded $17 million to the widow of a pedestrian who was killed by a drunk driver on Bayshore Blvd. in January of 2020.
A jury has awarded $17 million to the widow of a pedestrian who was killed by a drunk driver on Bayshore Blvd. in January of 2020.
'Stewards of the Earth': Tampa's Urban E-Recycling works to keep E-Waste out of landfills
The Tampa warehouse will recycle just about anything with a circuit board – from old laptops, tablets, phones, to solar batteries and software – free of charge. They have three locations – Tampa, Bradenton and Orlando, and they take care of recycling the electronics from many sites statewide – from the IRS to medical facilities and schools.
The Tampa warehouse will recycle just about anything with a circuit board – from old laptops, tablets, phones, to solar batteries and software – free of charge. They have three locations – Tampa, Bradenton and Orlando, and they take care of recycling the electronics from many sites statewide – from the IRS to medical facilities and schools.
Teen arrested in deadly crash that ended police chase from Tampa to Plant City, deputies say
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a deadly crash that ended a police chase from Tampa to Plant City back in March, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies said.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a deadly crash that ended a police chase from Tampa to Plant City back in March, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies said.
Super Bowl visit inspires singer Kenny Chesney as tour begins in Florida
When Kenny Chesney stood in SoFi Stadium at the Super Bowl in February, he couldn’t help but think ahead to when his “Here And Now” tour would reach the venue on July 23. He kicks off his tour in Tampa at Raymond James Stadium.
When Kenny Chesney stood in SoFi Stadium at the Super Bowl in February, he couldn’t help but think ahead to when his “Here And Now” tour would reach the venue on July 23. He kicks off his tour in Tampa at Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa PD: Homeowner hospitalized after home invasion shooting; officers search for suspect
A Tampa homeowner is recovering after they were shot by a burglary suspect, police say.
A Tampa homeowner is recovering after they were shot by a burglary suspect, police say.
Former Crisis Center employee accused of sending explicit photos to teen girl, deputies say
A former employee for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay was arrested for sending “obscene content" to a teen girl he met through the crisis hotline, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies said.
A former employee for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay was arrested for sending “obscene content" to a teen girl he met through the crisis hotline, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies said.
Tampa city council moves forward with rent control ordinance as prices skyrocket
Tampa City Council took a potential step Thursday toward bringing relief to renters throughout the city who are struggling to keep roofs over their heads.
Tampa City Council took a potential step Thursday toward bringing relief to renters throughout the city who are struggling to keep roofs over their heads.
West Tampa Elementary teacher helps students gain confidence with new 'Affirmation Station'
A West Tampa Elementary School teacher said creating an “Affirmation Station” in her classroom this year has been a game-changer.
A West Tampa Elementary School teacher said creating an “Affirmation Station” in her classroom this year has been a game-changer.
Tampa woman gets prison time for attempting to hire hitman to kill ex-boyfriend's wife
A 51-year-old Tampa woman has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for attempting to hire a hitman on the dark web to kill her ex-boyfriend’s wife.
A 51-year-old Tampa woman has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for attempting to hire a hitman on the dark web to kill her ex-boyfriend’s wife.
State task force holds summit in Tampa to discuss ways to reduce crime
The members of a newly created Safety & Justice Task Force met in Tampa to discuss a community-based approach to reduce crime.
The members of a newly created Safety & Justice Task Force met in Tampa to discuss a community-based approach to reduce crime.
Some doctors debate name change for low-grade prostate cancer
Some doctors are arguing low-grade prostate cancer patients may do better if the word “cancer” was not part of their diagnosis. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, and hearing the words “you have cancer” can be terrifying.
Some doctors are arguing low-grade prostate cancer patients may do better if the word “cancer” was not part of their diagnosis. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, and hearing the words “you have cancer” can be terrifying.
New 5G home internet available in some Bay Area neighborhoods
Verizon is deploying a new type of residential wireless internet it says will change the game for anyone else not happy with traditional cable internet service.
Verizon is deploying a new type of residential wireless internet it says will change the game for anyone else not happy with traditional cable internet service.
Volunteer Grandma's initiative makes difference in Booker T. Washington Elementary classrooms
While the program is about 10 years old, Wednesday, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced this work, will no longer be solely volunteer.
While the program is about 10 years old, Wednesday, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced this work, will no longer be solely volunteer.
Man convicted of killing HART bus driver sentenced to life in prison
The man convicted of killing a HART bus driver three years ago was sentenced to life in prison in court Wednesday.
The man convicted of killing a HART bus driver three years ago was sentenced to life in prison in court Wednesday.
Family works to restore 120-year-old West Tampa cigar factory for wine company
West Tampa has a long history, and its become the new focus of the real estate boom. That's why Ted Boscaino and his family bought a 1908 cigar factory on North Albany Avenue.
West Tampa has a long history, and its become the new focus of the real estate boom. That's why Ted Boscaino and his family bought a 1908 cigar factory on North Albany Avenue.
'Renters are being taken advantage of': Fried says state should investigate predatory landlords
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried wants to make one thing clear: "Renters are being taken advantage of… Not just in Tampa, but statewide."
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried wants to make one thing clear: "Renters are being taken advantage of… Not just in Tampa, but statewide."
City of Tampa giving away 1,000 free trees to improve urban canopy
Here's a chance to transform your home’s landscaping and help your neighborhood's environment in a big way. The city of Tampa is giving away 1,000 trees this weekend as part of Mayor Jane's Tree Giveaway.
Here's a chance to transform your home’s landscaping and help your neighborhood's environment in a big way. The city of Tampa is giving away 1,000 trees this weekend as part of Mayor Jane's Tree Giveaway.
Tampa International Airport lifts mask mandate after TSA removes rule
After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.
After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.
Death of 4-year-old at East Tampa motel under investigation
A 4-year-old girl was pronounced dead Monday after being found unresponsive at Sunset Inn Motel in Tampa. Police are trying to figure out how she died.
A 4-year-old girl was pronounced dead Monday after being found unresponsive at Sunset Inn Motel in Tampa. Police are trying to figure out how she died.
Drivers should avoid Gandy, Himes intersection as crews repair water main
A water main break Thursday afternoon turned the busy intersection at Himes Avenue and Gandy Boulevard into a mess of dirt and asphalt. Officials say it might not reopen until next week.
A water main break Thursday afternoon turned the busy intersection at Himes Avenue and Gandy Boulevard into a mess of dirt and asphalt. Officials say it might not reopen until next week.