Tampa man among first to plead guilty for involvement in Capitol riot
A Tampa man is among the first of the accused Capitol rioters to plead guilty to charges. Paul Hodgkins pleaded guilty to a felony charge of obstruction to an official proceeding, in exchange for the rest of the charges being dropped.
A Tampa man is among the first of the accused Capitol rioters to plead guilty to charges. Paul Hodgkins pleaded guilty to a felony charge of obstruction to an official proceeding, in exchange for the rest of the charges being dropped.
Fans from all over enjoy a parade to remember in 'Champa Bay'
Fans from around the Tampa Bay area and even across the state made their way to Tampa to see the Tampa Bay Lightning parade Monday. It's part of the dynasty now known as "Champa Bay."
Fans from around the Tampa Bay area and even across the state made their way to Tampa to see the Tampa Bay Lightning parade Monday. It's part of the dynasty now known as "Champa Bay."
Tampa Bay Lightning championship boat parade sails through Tampa
The Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup championship parade wrapped up after sailing through downtown Tampa. Tens of thousands of Bolts fans hit the Tampa Riverwalk to celebrate the home team’s back-to-back Stanley Cup wins, though Mother Nature ultimately crashed the party.
The Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup championship parade wrapped up after sailing through downtown Tampa. Tens of thousands of Bolts fans hit the Tampa Riverwalk to celebrate the home team’s back-to-back Stanley Cup wins, though Mother Nature ultimately crashed the party.
COVID-19 infections increasing in Bay Area hospitals
COVID-19 infections are trending up in Florida as the contagious delta strain of coronavirus spreads, and Tampa Bay area doctors said they’re seeing more people coming to the hospital with the virus.
COVID-19 infections are trending up in Florida as the contagious delta strain of coronavirus spreads, and Tampa Bay area doctors said they’re seeing more people coming to the hospital with the virus.
President offers congratulations as city details Lightning boat parade plans
As city officials outline details for Monday’s championship parade, the president offered his compliments to the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions.
As city officials outline details for Monday’s championship parade, the president offered his compliments to the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions.
7 African penguins die at The Florida Aquarium
Seven African penguins have died at The Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa, officials at the facility confirmed Thursday.
Seven African penguins have died at The Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa, officials at the facility confirmed Thursday.
Tampa Bay Lightning championship boat parade planned for Monday
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s championship boat parade will kick off at 11 a.m. Monday, sailing down the Hillsborough River before a "huge celebration” at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. Here's the schedule and the route.
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s championship boat parade will kick off at 11 a.m. Monday, sailing down the Hillsborough River before a "huge celebration” at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. Here's the schedule and the route.
City councilman working 12-hour shift with firefighters at Tampa's busiest station
Tampa city councilman Luis Viera has been working for more than a year to ease the stress on the crews of Fire Station 13, a location plagued by nearly never-ending calls for service.
Tampa city councilman Luis Viera has been working for more than a year to ease the stress on the crews of Fire Station 13, a location plagued by nearly never-ending calls for service.
'Champa Bay' celebrates third pro title in less than a year
The Lightning won their second straight Stanley Cup title Wednesday night -- giving "Champa Bay" its third professional sports title in less than a year. "We wanted to win it in Game 4. It didn't work out," Steven Stamkos said. "Maybe it's a blessing in disguise we got to do it at home."
The Lightning won their second straight Stanley Cup title Wednesday night -- giving "Champa Bay" its third professional sports title in less than a year. "We wanted to win it in Game 4. It didn't work out," Steven Stamkos said. "Maybe it's a blessing in disguise we got to do it at home."
Lawyer: Family suing Tampa school for straying from 'conservative Catholic education'
A family is suing the Academy of Holy Names for breach of contract, saying their children didn't get the Catholic education as promised. The school says claims are false.
A family is suing the Academy of Holy Names for breach of contract, saying their children didn't get the Catholic education as promised. The school says claims are false.
Body camera video shows man point gun at TPD officer before being shot
Body camera video from an officer-involved shooting July 4th weekend shows what happened before and after a man died from gunshot wounds.
Body camera video from an officer-involved shooting July 4th weekend shows what happened before and after a man died from gunshot wounds.
In wake of January 6 riot, U.S. Capitol Police opens field office in Tampa
More than 500 people have been arrested since the U.S. Capitol was violently breached six months ago. Fifty-five of those arrested were from Florida and approximately a dozen called the Bay Area home, which is why the U.S. Capitol Police are opening a field office in Tampa.
More than 500 people have been arrested since the U.S. Capitol was violently breached six months ago. Fifty-five of those arrested were from Florida and approximately a dozen called the Bay Area home, which is why the U.S. Capitol Police are opening a field office in Tampa.
Veteran's performance of national anthem becomes tradition at Amalie Arena
The Tampa Bay Lightning's national anthem singer has become a familiar face and voice around Tampa Bay. Other than the players, Sonya Bryson-Kirksey is now, arguably, the most popular person on the ice at Amalie Arena.
The Tampa Bay Lightning's national anthem singer has become a familiar face and voice around Tampa Bay. Other than the players, Sonya Bryson-Kirksey is now, arguably, the most popular person on the ice at Amalie Arena.
1 killed, 1 injured after suspect opens fire on parked car in Tampa
Tampa police are investigating after a man was shot and killed while sitting in a vehicle Wednesday morning.
Tampa police are investigating after a man was shot and killed while sitting in a vehicle Wednesday morning.
Bayshore Boulevard reopens after brief closure due to possibility of high tide, high winds
North Bayshore Blvd. has reopened between S. Rome Ave. and W. Swann Ave. after briefly closing Wednesday afternoon due to potential flooding from high tide and high winds from Elsa, according to the Tampa Police Department.
North Bayshore Blvd. has reopened between S. Rome Ave. and W. Swann Ave. after briefly closing Wednesday afternoon due to potential flooding from high tide and high winds from Elsa, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Tampa International Airport resumes flights after suspending operations due to Elsa
The Tampa International Airport is resuming operations earlier than expected as Elsa moves away from the area.
The Tampa International Airport is resuming operations earlier than expected as Elsa moves away from the area.
Whole Foods opens larger location at Tampa's Midtown development
It's the largest Whole Foods Market in the Tampa area, much bigger than the old store less than a mile away along North Dale Mabry.
It's the largest Whole Foods Market in the Tampa area, much bigger than the old store less than a mile away along North Dale Mabry.
Low-lying South Tampa awaits possible Elsa flooding
Flood-prone Bayshore Boulevard was relatively dry Tuesday night ahead of Hurricane Elsa, though the worst of the rain and storm surge was expected to come overnight.
Flood-prone Bayshore Boulevard was relatively dry Tuesday night ahead of Hurricane Elsa, though the worst of the rain and storm surge was expected to come overnight.
Tampa International Airport suspends flights during Hurricane Elsa
With Hurricane Elsa likely to bring winds of 70 mph or higher, Tampa International Airport suspended operations Tuesday afternoon. TIA expects to reopen Wednesday at 10 a.m.
With Hurricane Elsa likely to bring winds of 70 mph or higher, Tampa International Airport suspended operations Tuesday afternoon. TIA expects to reopen Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Animal shelters fill up during July 4th holiday weekend
Despite the patriotic tradition of fireworks, the loud booms spook animals, causing many to run away, which meant a busy Monday for the folks at Humane Society Tampa Bay.
Despite the patriotic tradition of fireworks, the loud booms spook animals, causing many to run away, which meant a busy Monday for the folks at Humane Society Tampa Bay.