16-year-old arrested after 'ongoing dispute' led to 13-year-old's shooting death in East Tampa
Ten days after a 13-year-old was shot and killed on an East Tampa street corner, police announced they have arrested another teen for the crime.
Ten days after a 13-year-old was shot and killed on an East Tampa street corner, police announced they have arrested another teen for the crime.
Florida announces $12M for first responders' mental health
Talk to many firefighters and they’ll explain that “suck it up and get on the truck” mentality. But as of today, mental health assistance is on the fast track to Florida first responders, to the tune of $12 million.
Talk to many firefighters and they’ll explain that “suck it up and get on the truck” mentality. But as of today, mental health assistance is on the fast track to Florida first responders, to the tune of $12 million.
‘I hope you rot in prison’: Man convicted of sexual battery, video voyeurism gets 4 decades behind bars
Two years ago, prosecutors say Justin Stueve drugged his wife and took sexually explicit photos of her without her permission. She asked the judge to lock him up, as did his ex-wife. Even his daughter lobbied for a prison sentence.
Two years ago, prosecutors say Justin Stueve drugged his wife and took sexually explicit photos of her without her permission. She asked the judge to lock him up, as did his ex-wife. Even his daughter lobbied for a prison sentence.
Family fighting for custody of accused murderer Robert Kessler’s daughter
While accused murder suspect Robert Kessler sits in jail, his 7-year-old daughter is in foster care still waiting to be reunited with her mother's family.
While accused murder suspect Robert Kessler sits in jail, his 7-year-old daughter is in foster care still waiting to be reunited with her mother's family.
Plant Museum continues 40-year Victorian Christmas Stroll tradition
The Victorian Christmas Stroll at the Plant Museum started 40 years ago as a three-night Christmas event to create awareness and get the community to come into the museum and experience an old-fashioned holiday tradition.
The Victorian Christmas Stroll at the Plant Museum started 40 years ago as a three-night Christmas event to create awareness and get the community to come into the museum and experience an old-fashioned holiday tradition.
Tampa video store owner hopes to tap into niche market
Shelby McIntyre, the owner of Viper Video, is banking on people buying DVDs, preferring nostalgia over streaming services.
Shelby McIntyre, the owner of Viper Video, is banking on people buying DVDs, preferring nostalgia over streaming services.
Cigar company to rehome 5,000 bats before renovating old Sanchez y Haya building
When The J.C. Newman Cigar Company bought the old Sanchez y Haya building back in 2020, right off the bat, they knew what their first task would be before they could begin a multi-million dollar renovation.
When The J.C. Newman Cigar Company bought the old Sanchez y Haya building back in 2020, right off the bat, they knew what their first task would be before they could begin a multi-million dollar renovation.
2 women hospitalized in Tampa shooting
Tampa police detectives are investigating what led up to a shooting that injured two women.
Tampa police detectives are investigating what led up to a shooting that injured two women.
Leaders look to address gun violence in East Tampa
Recent gun violence in East Tampa, where a 13-year-old was shot and killed just last week, has officials and residents trying to find ways to get people to put down their guns.
Recent gun violence in East Tampa, where a 13-year-old was shot and killed just last week, has officials and residents trying to find ways to get people to put down their guns.
Tampa's Vila Brothers Park to get 'totally red white and blue' makeover namesakes always wanted
After bombs dropped on Pearl Harbor, Tampa brothers Joe and Willie Vila told their parents they were going to fight for America. All 7 Vila brothers ended up fighting in the war and the park that bears their name is getting an upgrade worthy of their service.
After bombs dropped on Pearl Harbor, Tampa brothers Joe and Willie Vila told their parents they were going to fight for America. All 7 Vila brothers ended up fighting in the war and the park that bears their name is getting an upgrade worthy of their service.
TPD dashboard shows illegal activity across city, hopes to bring police and citizens together to solve crime
The Tampa Police Department is launching a program to improve communication among citizens, and through the use of technology, keep people up-to-date on crimes happening in neighborhoods across the city.
The Tampa Police Department is launching a program to improve communication among citizens, and through the use of technology, keep people up-to-date on crimes happening in neighborhoods across the city.
Underground Film Festival gives Tampa movies chance on the silver screen
A Bay Area film festival is giving local independent filmmakers their chance on the silver screen.
A Bay Area film festival is giving local independent filmmakers their chance on the silver screen.
Sparkman Wharf kicks off Snowed Inn holiday event
Sparkman Wharf in downtown Tampa is launching its holiday-themed event Snowed Inn Sparkman during the month of December.
Sparkman Wharf in downtown Tampa is launching its holiday-themed event Snowed Inn Sparkman during the month of December.
4 in custody after firing shots at Tampa police officers
Tampa police say four people are in custody after several shots were fired at an unmarked police cruiser on Tuesday night.
Tampa police say four people are in custody after several shots were fired at an unmarked police cruiser on Tuesday night.
Leto High will be open for classes following overnight fire
The arts building at Leto High School in Tampa was damaged after a fire occurred late Tuesday night.
The arts building at Leto High School in Tampa was damaged after a fire occurred late Tuesday night.
Dog abandoned at Tampa International Airport ticket counter; police consider charges
A dog named Bama was supposed to be getting on a plane to Miami, but when his owner found out she didn't have the necessary paperwork with her, police say she dropped the leash and walked away. Now the senior pup has a new home.
A dog named Bama was supposed to be getting on a plane to Miami, but when his owner found out she didn't have the necessary paperwork with her, police say she dropped the leash and walked away. Now the senior pup has a new home.
Skills Center Collaborative to bring new opportunities for East Tampa kids, families
The Skills Center broke ground Tuesday on a new 55,000-square-foot facility that will bring new jobs and a $25 million economic impact to East Tampa.
The Skills Center broke ground Tuesday on a new 55,000-square-foot facility that will bring new jobs and a $25 million economic impact to East Tampa.
Tampa man who shot officer pleads guilty, sentenced to 20 years in prison
Walter Jeziorski, III will spend 20 years in prison for shooting at two officers who knocked on his door back in 2018. One of the officers says he has long-term pain from his injuries.
Walter Jeziorski, III will spend 20 years in prison for shooting at two officers who knocked on his door back in 2018. One of the officers says he has long-term pain from his injuries.
8 units damaged following Tampa apartment fire
Investigators are trying to determine what sparked a fire that damaged several apartment units in Tampa.
Investigators are trying to determine what sparked a fire that damaged several apartment units in Tampa.
Westbound lanes of Hillsborough Ave. reopen after deadly crash
A deadly crash blocked the westbound lanes of Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa Tuesday afternoon.
A deadly crash blocked the westbound lanes of Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa Tuesday afternoon.