A lot has changed in the year since Tampa riots, but some say there’s still work to be done
This Memorial Day Weekend marks one year since riots broke out in Tampa in response to the death of George Floyd. Buildings were set on fire, stores were looted and numerous arrests were made. Since then, there's major changes to policing and Florida law.
This Memorial Day Weekend marks one year since riots broke out in Tampa in response to the death of George Floyd. Buildings were set on fire, stores were looted and numerous arrests were made. Since then, there's major changes to policing and Florida law.
Family-owned South Tampa hardware store hands reins over to Ace Hardware, keeps pool company
Bay to Bay Hardware, which has been a staple in South Tampa since 1947, is changing hands and will become an Ace Hardware franchise this summer.
Bay to Bay Hardware, which has been a staple in South Tampa since 1947, is changing hands and will become an Ace Hardware franchise this summer.
FDA approves 'game-changing' prostate cancer tool
A new diagnostic tool approved by the FDA on Thursday is changing the way physicians treat prostate cancer patients by more accurately pinpointing where the cancer spread.
A new diagnostic tool approved by the FDA on Thursday is changing the way physicians treat prostate cancer patients by more accurately pinpointing where the cancer spread.
No answers yet after all stingrays in ZooTampa's touch tank found dead
Once home to a dozen stingrays inside of ZooTampa, Stingray Bay sat empty Friday, closed to the public. An investigation continues into the death of all 12 stingrays that were in the touch tank, and foul play cannot yet be ruled out.
Once home to a dozen stingrays inside of ZooTampa, Stingray Bay sat empty Friday, closed to the public. An investigation continues into the death of all 12 stingrays that were in the touch tank, and foul play cannot yet be ruled out.
Victim's family gets chance to confront killer before judge hands down life sentence
John McQueen was convicted earlier this month of murdering his girlfriend, Kelaina Atkins. Nearly two years after the murder, the time had finally come for Atkins’ family to speak their truth.
John McQueen was convicted earlier this month of murdering his girlfriend, Kelaina Atkins. Nearly two years after the murder, the time had finally come for Atkins’ family to speak their truth.
Tampa among WWE tour stops with Friday Night SmackDown on August 6; Tickets on sale in June
Friday Night SmackDown will take place on August 6 -- with fans in attendance -- at Amalie Arena.
Friday Night SmackDown will take place on August 6 -- with fans in attendance -- at Amalie Arena.
UT looking for ways to help incoming freshmen without a home; attorneys say families can lawyer up
The University of Tampa says it is starting to place incoming freshmen into campus housing at the Barrymore Hotel after many were told on-campus housing was full, which left families scrambling to find a place to live before the fall semester begins on August 23.
The University of Tampa says it is starting to place incoming freshmen into campus housing at the Barrymore Hotel after many were told on-campus housing was full, which left families scrambling to find a place to live before the fall semester begins on August 23.
Tampa man with tough upbringing creates mentorship program to send student-athletes to college
Ricky Sailors says he was able to get a college education and be a successful athlete thanks to the men who mentored him growing up and now he is giving back by being a mentor to young athletes.
Ricky Sailors says he was able to get a college education and be a successful athlete thanks to the men who mentored him growing up and now he is giving back by being a mentor to young athletes.
Ex-wife's pleas can't keep troubled veteran out of prison for cousin's murder
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
New airline at Tampa International Airport takes off ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Breeze Airways is aiming to provide non-stop affordable flights to spots currently underserved – with low fares and high flexibility. Those flights start at $39 and are less than two hours on average.
Breeze Airways is aiming to provide non-stop affordable flights to spots currently underserved – with low fares and high flexibility. Those flights start at $39 and are less than two hours on average.
UT offers $3,500 deferral scholarships for students who cannot find housing
The University of Tampa is offering incoming freshmen who cannot find housing for the fall 2021 semester $3,500 a year toward their tuition if they defer their enrollment for a year.
The University of Tampa is offering incoming freshmen who cannot find housing for the fall 2021 semester $3,500 a year toward their tuition if they defer their enrollment for a year.
FOX 13 viewers help raise $75,000 to give 5,000 children new shoes for summer
Five thousand Bay Area children have new shoes for the summer thanks to Metropolitan Ministries and its $13 for 13 campaign with FOX 13.
Five thousand Bay Area children have new shoes for the summer thanks to Metropolitan Ministries and its $13 for 13 campaign with FOX 13.
Hitting the road Memorial Day weekend? Here’s what AAA recommends to arrive safely
AAA is warning drivers who may have neglected their car's maintenance during the pandemic to have it inspected before hitting the roads this Memorial Day weekend.
AAA is warning drivers who may have neglected their car's maintenance during the pandemic to have it inspected before hitting the roads this Memorial Day weekend.
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.