Woman living abroad in Australia surprises best friend at Lightning home game: 'Tears were shed'
A woman living abroad in Australia surprised her best friend in the best way at the Tampa Bay Lightning's home game two weeks ago.
A woman living abroad in Australia surprised her best friend in the best way at the Tampa Bay Lightning's home game two weeks ago.
Fire tears through vehicles at Grand Hyatt hotel garage: TFR
Several cars were on fire Monday afternoon in the garage at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Tampa, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Several cars were on fire Monday afternoon in the garage at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Tampa, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Body found in pond near International Plaza: Police
Tampa police are investigating after they say a body was pulled from a retention pond near International Plaza on Monday morning.
Tampa police are investigating after they say a body was pulled from a retention pond near International Plaza on Monday morning.
FOX 13’s Lloyd Sowers retires after nearly 40 years at WTVT
Lloyd Sowers knows the story of the Tampa Bay area. He's been telling it for more than 38 years, ever since he first walked through the doors of what was then called "Pulse 13," and he is retiring on Monday.
Lloyd Sowers knows the story of the Tampa Bay area. He's been telling it for more than 38 years, ever since he first walked through the doors of what was then called "Pulse 13," and he is retiring on Monday.
Man arrested for DUI after crashing into deputy’s patrol vehicle, leaving scene on East Adamo Drive: HCSO
A man is facing charges after he crashed into a deputy's patrol vehicle during an early morning traffic stop in Tampa Saturday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A man is facing charges after he crashed into a deputy's patrol vehicle during an early morning traffic stop in Tampa Saturday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Local Tampa native brings her Filipino food favorites to the menu at the Lucky Tigre
Lucky Tigre is looking forward to this new year in their new location being a chance at a new start for 2026.
Lucky Tigre is looking forward to this new year in their new location being a chance at a new start for 2026.
HCSO closes 2005 cold case murder of Tampa woman after suspect's death
After two decades, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has closed a cold case investigation due to the death of a suspect in the 2005 murder of 31-year-old Tammy Fickey.
After two decades, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has closed a cold case investigation due to the death of a suspect in the 2005 murder of 31-year-old Tammy Fickey.
New York flavor in downtown Tampa
In the center of downtown Tampa, there's a taste of a typical New York diner ready to serve anyone with a craving for home cooking at almost any hour of the day.
In the center of downtown Tampa, there's a taste of a typical New York diner ready to serve anyone with a craving for home cooking at almost any hour of the day.
USF men’s basketball ready for conference play after tough non conference slate
The USF men's basketball season is off to a solid start.
The USF men's basketball season is off to a solid start.
Daytime clubbing comes to Tampa: party early, sleep later
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Tampa is no stranger to late-night parties, especially in Ybor City. Now, a new trend is shifting when people hit the dance floor.
Florida’s coral reef recovery shows progress after recent dive by Florida Aquarium
A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ecosystem after 2023’s devastating coral bleaching event.
A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ecosystem after 2023’s devastating coral bleaching event.
Ybor City fills with fans for ReliaQuest Bowl Parade
Football fans flooded Ybor City on Tuesday night during the ReliaQuest Bowl parade, ahead of Wednesday's matchup between Iowa and No. 14 Vanderbilt.
Football fans flooded Ybor City on Tuesday night during the ReliaQuest Bowl parade, ahead of Wednesday's matchup between Iowa and No. 14 Vanderbilt.
Bay Area firefighters warn of firework dangers, how to stay safe on New Year's Eve
Firefighters said there are few calls that are more bone chilling than when a child gets severely hurt in a preventable fireworks' accident.
Firefighters said there are few calls that are more bone chilling than when a child gets severely hurt in a preventable fireworks' accident.
FHP warns Floridians of drinking and driving dangers on NYE
If you’re heading out to ring in the new year, plan accordingly because extra state troopers will be on Florida roads this New Year’s Eve. It’s estimated more than 6.7 million drivers will be on Florida roads driving more than 50 miles from home.
If you’re heading out to ring in the new year, plan accordingly because extra state troopers will be on Florida roads this New Year’s Eve. It’s estimated more than 6.7 million drivers will be on Florida roads driving more than 50 miles from home.
Semi-truck driver who rammed group outside Tampa gentleman's club, killing 1, sentenced
A judge officially sentenced Dylan Fogle for ramming a semi-truck into a group of people standing outside a gentleman's club in Tampa last year.
A judge officially sentenced Dylan Fogle for ramming a semi-truck into a group of people standing outside a gentleman's club in Tampa last year.
New group hosting Pride festival in Ybor City after former event canceled
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all.
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all.
Fire damages home in Progress Village area of Tampa: HCFR
A house fire that broke out in the Progress Village area of Tampa on Monday morning prompted a response from Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
A house fire that broke out in the Progress Village area of Tampa on Monday morning prompted a response from Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
How to dispose of your real Christmas tree around Tampa Bay
Local governments say Christmas tree disposal is not a one-size-fits-all process. Pickup schedules, drop-off locations, and preparation requirements can change from city to city and county to county.
Local governments say Christmas tree disposal is not a one-size-fits-all process. Pickup schedules, drop-off locations, and preparation requirements can change from city to city and county to county.
Downtown Tampa's Winter Village marks 10th year with ice shows, skating and local shops
Being in warmer weather may not have you feeling the Christmas spirit, but downtown Tampa's Winter Village is sure to change that around!
Being in warmer weather may not have you feeling the Christmas spirit, but downtown Tampa's Winter Village is sure to change that around!
9-year-old girl killed in US 301 crash near Selmon Expressway: FHP
A 9-year-old Riverview girl is dead after a crash on U.S. 301 near the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway interchange Saturday night.
A 9-year-old Riverview girl is dead after a crash on U.S. 301 near the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway interchange Saturday night.