TPD: Teens who caused deadly crash while fleeing police in stolen car have history of car thefts
Over the weekend, Tampa police said three teens and a 12-year-old fled police in a stolen car, crashed into another vehicle, and killed a passenger. Tampa Police Department Chief Designate Mary O'Connor said two of the teens in the vehicle were arrested five days before, "for the exact same crime."
Over the weekend, Tampa police said three teens and a 12-year-old fled police in a stolen car, crashed into another vehicle, and killed a passenger. Tampa Police Department Chief Designate Mary O'Connor said two of the teens in the vehicle were arrested five days before, "for the exact same crime."
UACDC hosting open house for families to learn about community programs
The University Area Community Center is opening their doors for families hoping to get more involved in their community.
The University Area Community Center is opening their doors for families hoping to get more involved in their community.
New pay station kiosks, 100 additional parking spaces arrive in Ybor City
There are a hundred new parking spaces in Ybor City, along with new pay station kiosks, which officially went live Monday.
There are a hundred new parking spaces in Ybor City, along with new pay station kiosks, which officially went live Monday.
FHP: Driver falls asleep, kills 2 fixing tire on I-275
Two men were killed Sunday morning after a driver fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into them as they were dealing with a blown-out tire on I-275, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Two men were killed Sunday morning after a driver fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into them as they were dealing with a blown-out tire on I-275, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Winter-like weather returns to Bay Area, doesn’t stick around long
Winter has made a comeback in the Bay Area with residents waking up to with temperatures in the 30s and 40s.
Winter has made a comeback in the Bay Area with residents waking up to with temperatures in the 30s and 40s.
River O’Green Festival returns following 2-year hiatus
Despite a chill in the air, people packed Tampa's downtown Riverwalk to watch the Hillsborough River turn green Sunday in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
Despite a chill in the air, people packed Tampa's downtown Riverwalk to watch the Hillsborough River turn green Sunday in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
FHP: Tampa man hit, killed by SUV after crashing into tractor-trailer on I-75
A Tampa man died Saturday morning while trying to cross I-75 after crashing his car into a tractor-trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Tampa man died Saturday morning while trying to cross I-75 after crashing his car into a tractor-trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Life changes, stimulus checks, booming stock market may make tackling taxes tough this year
As Tax Day approaches, Americans who experienced certain life events in 2021 may be surprised by how some tax changes are impacting their bottom line.
As Tax Day approaches, Americans who experienced certain life events in 2021 may be surprised by how some tax changes are impacting their bottom line.
Stormy Saturday morning gives way to winter-like temperatures
A line of nasty showers and thunderstorms racing through the Bay Area Saturday morning is going to drop temperatures to the lowest the area has seen in a month.
A line of nasty showers and thunderstorms racing through the Bay Area Saturday morning is going to drop temperatures to the lowest the area has seen in a month.
Man arrested for deadly shooting at Tampa apartment complex
Tampa police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a January shooting death outside the Riviera Apartments.
Tampa police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a January shooting death outside the Riviera Apartments.
‘It’s just a natural instinct’: Law enforcement officers life-saving decisions aren't taught
Over the last few years, at least three Bay Area law enforcement officials have put their cars and themselves in harm’s way to stop wrong-way drivers.
Over the last few years, at least three Bay Area law enforcement officials have put their cars and themselves in harm’s way to stop wrong-way drivers.
‘Enjoy every day’: Floridians adjust to new normal 2 years after COVID-19 pandemic began
Friday marked two years since the World Health Organization first declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, and things are now mostly returning to a sense of normal as final barriers lift.
Friday marked two years since the World Health Organization first declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, and things are now mostly returning to a sense of normal as final barriers lift.
Man who stabbed HART bus driver found guilty of murder after jury rejects mentally ill defense
Justin McGriff was found guilty of the 2019 murder of Thomas Dunn, who was driving a HART bus when McGriff stabbed him in the neck.
Justin McGriff was found guilty of the 2019 murder of Thomas Dunn, who was driving a HART bus when McGriff stabbed him in the neck.
Artist using salvaged patrol car parts in sculpture dedicated to fallen Tampa officer
A Bay Area artist is putting together a unique sculpture to honor fallen Tampa Police Officer Jesse Madsen.
A Bay Area artist is putting together a unique sculpture to honor fallen Tampa Police Officer Jesse Madsen.
‘I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy’: Mother of driver shot during road rage incident pleads for answers
The mother of an alleged aggressive driver who was shot in the face on I-275 is pleading with anyone who may have information about the shooter to come forward.
The mother of an alleged aggressive driver who was shot in the face on I-275 is pleading with anyone who may have information about the shooter to come forward.
Fitness journey leads women to cherished friendship, lasting health
One woman's determination to lose weight led her to a friendship with someone who was already achieving the same goals, and their before-and-after photos are proof of their determination.
One woman's determination to lose weight led her to a friendship with someone who was already achieving the same goals, and their before-and-after photos are proof of their determination.
“They need the food we bring them every day,” Meals on Wheels pushes through challenges of rising gas prices
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to higher oil prices which have trickled down to the pump. According to AAA, gas prices are up 45 cents compared to last week and the price spike is impacting everyone, including charities like "Meals on Wheels of Tampa."
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to higher oil prices which have trickled down to the pump. According to AAA, gas prices are up 45 cents compared to last week and the price spike is impacting everyone, including charities like "Meals on Wheels of Tampa."
‘We’re helping them get their lives back’: AdventHealth Tampa helps COVID-19 long-haulers find relief
A program specializing in long-haul COVID-19 has helped a Carrollwood woman treat symptoms she developed months after recovering from the virus.
A program specializing in long-haul COVID-19 has helped a Carrollwood woman treat symptoms she developed months after recovering from the virus.
‘It’s like family’: Original Outback Steakhouse employee helps company celebrate 34 years
Exactly 34 years ago this month, an unknown Australian-themed restaurant opened the doors of its first location on Henderson Boulevard in Tampa. Now, it's grown into a billion-dollar brand we all know today as Outback Steakhouse, but it wouldn't have been possible without great staff from the start.
Exactly 34 years ago this month, an unknown Australian-themed restaurant opened the doors of its first location on Henderson Boulevard in Tampa. Now, it's grown into a billion-dollar brand we all know today as Outback Steakhouse, but it wouldn't have been possible without great staff from the start.
‘It was the worst night of my life’: TPD remembers fallen Officer Jesse Madsen 1 year after death
On Wednesday, Tampa police remembered Officer Jesse Madsen, who was killed in the line of duty one year ago.
On Wednesday, Tampa police remembered Officer Jesse Madsen, who was killed in the line of duty one year ago.