Turning food waste to renewable energy: USF researchers say it’s possible
Student researchers at the University of South Florida are testing an innovative way to reduce food waste and create a more sustainable environment, beginning with their college campus.
Student researchers at the University of South Florida are testing an innovative way to reduce food waste and create a more sustainable environment, beginning with their college campus.
Woman arrested, charged with DUI in fatal hit-and-run
Tampa police arrested Queenasia Powell, 29, after they say she hit and killed a woman around 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
Tampa police arrested Queenasia Powell, 29, after they say she hit and killed a woman around 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
2,327 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 66 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,327 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,216,142.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,327 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,216,142.
Arrest made in Tampa Riverwalk shooting
Tampa police said the man who injured one person in a shooting over the weekend along the Riverwalk was arrested.
Tampa police said the man who injured one person in a shooting over the weekend along the Riverwalk was arrested.
Southbound lanes of I-275 reopen near downtown Tampa following deadly crash
The southbound lanes of I-275 at the downtown Tampa interchange are closed for a crash.
The southbound lanes of I-275 at the downtown Tampa interchange are closed for a crash.
Tampa Citizens Review Board holds meeting amid political fight
Under rules instituted in 2015 after an outcry over tickets given to Black bicyclists, the mayor currently appoints six members, but is willing to go 5-5 with the council. However, councilors are nearing a final vote to appoint seven members and relegate the mayor to three.
Under rules instituted in 2015 after an outcry over tickets given to Black bicyclists, the mayor currently appoints six members, but is willing to go 5-5 with the council. However, councilors are nearing a final vote to appoint seven members and relegate the mayor to three.
Bay Area activists reflect on the year since George Floyd's murder
Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of former police officer Derek Chauvin and people across the country gathered and reflected on his memory and progress on police reform. For Black Lives Matter Tampa co-founder Donna Davis, it was a day of reflection.
Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of former police officer Derek Chauvin and people across the country gathered and reflected on his memory and progress on police reform. For Black Lives Matter Tampa co-founder Donna Davis, it was a day of reflection.
Police: 3 suspects target older South Tampa couple in distraction robbery
Police say three young men tried to distract the homeowners -- who are in their 70s -- while they searched the home for items to steal. They grabbed a piece of jewelry right off the woman's body before taking off.
Police say three young men tried to distract the homeowners -- who are in their 70s -- while they searched the home for items to steal. They grabbed a piece of jewelry right off the woman's body before taking off.
Human trafficking survivor opens pantry to help other victims
Nancy Hernandez, who first came to the United States from Puerto Rico in 1991, had made it her life’s mission to help those in need. Tuesday, she opened a brick-and-mortar location dedicated to doing just that.
Nancy Hernandez, who first came to the United States from Puerto Rico in 1991, had made it her life’s mission to help those in need. Tuesday, she opened a brick-and-mortar location dedicated to doing just that.
Tampa man, 30, charged with sexual battery of 11-year-old girl
Police say an 11-year-old girl who went missing from her Panhandle home for several days in March was, in fact, with a Tampa man who was molesting her.
Police say an 11-year-old girl who went missing from her Panhandle home for several days in March was, in fact, with a Tampa man who was molesting her.
Solar co-ops allow residents to reduce cost by buying panels in bulk
More people across Tampa Bay are going green with solar co-ops and letting the sun pay their electric bills.
More people across Tampa Bay are going green with solar co-ops and letting the sun pay their electric bills.
Steven Lorenzo claims key video evidence in case is missing
Acting as his own attorney, Steven Lorenzo says the prosecutor in his case is hiding evidence which he says should set him free.
Acting as his own attorney, Steven Lorenzo says the prosecutor in his case is hiding evidence which he says should set him free.
Mural stands as constant reminder on anniversary of George Floyd's death
Master Barber Kenneth Daniels watched the Derek Chauvin trail from inside the Power Circle Barber Shop in Tampa, reliving the pain over and over again. Behind the shop is a mural of Floyd alongside Breonna Taylor, Travyon Martin and Amaud Aubrey each death sparking calls for action.
Master Barber Kenneth Daniels watched the Derek Chauvin trail from inside the Power Circle Barber Shop in Tampa, reliving the pain over and over again. Behind the shop is a mural of Floyd alongside Breonna Taylor, Travyon Martin and Amaud Aubrey each death sparking calls for action.
Tampa man arrested for possessing child porn, police say
After receiving a tip, Tampa police detectives said they arrested a 33-year-old man after more than 100 child porn images were found, they said.
After receiving a tip, Tampa police detectives said they arrested a 33-year-old man after more than 100 child porn images were found, they said.
ZooTampa helps efforts to restore Puerto Rican crested toad population
Thousands of tadpoles got a one-way ticket from Tampa to the Caribbean last week. It is an effort by ZooTampa at Lowery Park to help save a species nearly 1,200 miles away.
Thousands of tadpoles got a one-way ticket from Tampa to the Caribbean last week. It is an effort by ZooTampa at Lowery Park to help save a species nearly 1,200 miles away.
Employers being 'ghosted' by prospective employees
It’s a job seeker’s market right now with plenty of options, so business experts said that trend is forming among some candidates.
It’s a job seeker’s market right now with plenty of options, so business experts said that trend is forming among some candidates.
Tampa Bay True Crime series: Twitter hacker Graham Clark
Graham Clark is now serving a three-year prison sentence for hacking Twitter, dozens of celebrities and stealing tens of thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
Graham Clark is now serving a three-year prison sentence for hacking Twitter, dozens of celebrities and stealing tens of thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
Record-breaking travel weekend expected at Tampa airport
Travel experts predict a major bounce back in air travel on Memorial Day weekend. Tampa International Airport is preparing to see more people this weekend than they've seen in more than a year.
Travel experts predict a major bounce back in air travel on Memorial Day weekend. Tampa International Airport is preparing to see more people this weekend than they've seen in more than a year.
Civil rights groups support TPD review board revamp
Civil rights groups are urging Tampa’s leaders to make changes to the police department's citizens review board. The issue is pitting the city council against Mayor Jane Castor.
Civil rights groups are urging Tampa’s leaders to make changes to the police department's citizens review board. The issue is pitting the city council against Mayor Jane Castor.
Berkeley Preparatory School in Tampa offering more than 100 unique summer camps
Area camps are gearing up for more kids too and many are filling up fast, including at Berkeley Preparatory School.
Area camps are gearing up for more kids too and many are filling up fast, including at Berkeley Preparatory School.