FHP: Driver hits, kills man walking along I-275 exit ramp after suffering a medical emergency
A 58-year-old man died Friday after being struck by a car while walking on the shoulder of an I-275 exit ramp Tuesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 58-year-old man died Friday after being struck by a car while walking on the shoulder of an I-275 exit ramp Tuesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
ZooTampa may begin vaccinating animals against COVID-19 this summer or fall
With three vaccines authorized by the FDA for emergency use in humans, getting some relief from the coronavirus pandemic seems within reach, but how does that translate to animals?
With three vaccines authorized by the FDA for emergency use in humans, getting some relief from the coronavirus pandemic seems within reach, but how does that translate to animals?
Rays' future is ‘elephant in the room’ as Bay Area celebrates ‘Champion’s Day’
As the Rays, Lightning, Bucs and Rowdies showed off their championship trophies on Friday, the future of Major League Baseball in the Bay Area remained up in the air.
As the Rays, Lightning, Bucs and Rowdies showed off their championship trophies on Friday, the future of Major League Baseball in the Bay Area remained up in the air.
Before Digital Underground was formed, Shock G called Tampa home
Shock G, whose name is Gregory Jacobs, was found dead at the age of 57 in a Tampa hotel room on Thursday.
Shock G, whose name is Gregory Jacobs, was found dead at the age of 57 in a Tampa hotel room on Thursday.
Tampa police identify driver who died after SUV overturned in pond
The driver who passed away following a deadly crash on Wednesday was identified by Tampa police.
The driver who passed away following a deadly crash on Wednesday was identified by Tampa police.
Tampa building catches fire
Firefighters are on the scene of a fire in Tampa.
Firefighters are on the scene of a fire in Tampa.
Shock G, member of Oakland hip-hop group Digital Underground, has died
Gregory Jacobs, better known under the rap moniker Shock G and frontman of the group Digital Underground, has died, according to his bandmate. He was 57.
Gregory Jacobs, better known under the rap moniker Shock G and frontman of the group Digital Underground, has died, according to his bandmate. He was 57.
Brain training research participants needed for dementia-prevention study
For the last three years, researchers at the University of South Florida have been analyzing the effectiveness of computer games on the brains of older adults and now they need more participants for a study that aims to prove its effectiveness.
For the last three years, researchers at the University of South Florida have been analyzing the effectiveness of computer games on the brains of older adults and now they need more participants for a study that aims to prove its effectiveness.
Children reap benefits of interacting with rescued animals at Tampa farm
When Armando Gort started his farm in 1994, he had two horses and three goats, but over the years it has grown into an outdoor animal sanctuary and family farm called Horsepower for Kids.
When Armando Gort started his farm in 1994, he had two horses and three goats, but over the years it has grown into an outdoor animal sanctuary and family farm called Horsepower for Kids.
2021 Florida State Fair arrives – a little later than usual – with all the food and fun
It's finally here. The Florida State Fair kicks off with some deep-fried dishes making their debut.
It's finally here. The Florida State Fair kicks off with some deep-fried dishes making their debut.
12-year-old passenger escapes, driver dies after being trapped in SUV overturned in pond
The Tampa Police Department says a 12-year-old girl was able to get out of an SUV that flipped into a pond, however, the driver remained trapped underwater and died Wednesday night.
The Tampa Police Department says a 12-year-old girl was able to get out of an SUV that flipped into a pond, however, the driver remained trapped underwater and died Wednesday night.
BLM Tampa plans march, rally in response to Florida's new anti-riot law
Days after Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida's anti-riot bill into law, which stiffens penalties for those who participate in violent protests and riots, Black Lives Matter: Tampa plans to be out, peacefully marching in the streets.
Days after Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida's anti-riot bill into law, which stiffens penalties for those who participate in violent protests and riots, Black Lives Matter: Tampa plans to be out, peacefully marching in the streets.
Tampa's first Water Street residents move into new Heron high-rise
We’ve seen the building blocks of Tampa’s new Water Street. Construction workers and towering cranes have been fixtures here for several years. But now, we’re seeing the first residents of Tampa’s new $3-billion downtown district.
We’ve seen the building blocks of Tampa’s new Water Street. Construction workers and towering cranes have been fixtures here for several years. But now, we’re seeing the first residents of Tampa’s new $3-billion downtown district.
Tampa pediatrician to FDA advisory board: More data needed on vaccination and pregnancy
There is very limited data about the safety of getting a COVID-19 vaccine as it relates to being pregnant. A Bay Area physician says drug makers and the federal government should be more transparent about the lack of data so expectant mothers can make informed decisions before getting the shot.
There is very limited data about the safety of getting a COVID-19 vaccine as it relates to being pregnant. A Bay Area physician says drug makers and the federal government should be more transparent about the lack of data so expectant mothers can make informed decisions before getting the shot.
Where to drop off unused prescriptions on National Drug Take Back Day
National Drug Takeback Day is taking place on Saturday, April 24 in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being lost, misused or stolen.
National Drug Takeback Day is taking place on Saturday, April 24 in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being lost, misused or stolen.
Police arrest man accused of shooting, killing 1 at Rodeway Inn
Kyle Robinson Bradshaw, 21, faces first-degree murder charges after police say he allegedly shot and killed someone at the Rodeway Inn on April 19.
Kyle Robinson Bradshaw, 21, faces first-degree murder charges after police say he allegedly shot and killed someone at the Rodeway Inn on April 19.
Tampa policing task force discusses progress improving relationship with community
The meeting was previously scheduled, but its timing was not lost on attendees.
The meeting was previously scheduled, but its timing was not lost on attendees.
Bay Area activists, leaders, citizens reflect on justice after Chauvin trial verdicts
Just less than a year after the world watched videos posted online of George Floyd telling Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin "I can’t breathe," citizens, community leaders, and law enforcement are reacting to guilty verdicts in Chauvin’s murder trial.
Just less than a year after the world watched videos posted online of George Floyd telling Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin "I can’t breathe," citizens, community leaders, and law enforcement are reacting to guilty verdicts in Chauvin’s murder trial.
USF students protest proposed Bright Futures changes, university budget cuts
With Florida's legislative session wrapping up next Friday, lawmakers have some big decisions to make, including those impacting college education.
With Florida's legislative session wrapping up next Friday, lawmakers have some big decisions to make, including those impacting college education.
Veteran hopes to bring Coast Guard cutter to Tampa as museum
The clock is ticking to save a historical U.S. Coast Guard cutter. In 11 days, Coast Guard Cutter Adak will be sold to Indonesia, but not if James Judge has anything to say about it.
The clock is ticking to save a historical U.S. Coast Guard cutter. In 11 days, Coast Guard Cutter Adak will be sold to Indonesia, but not if James Judge has anything to say about it.