Woman accused of DUI manslaughter in death of motorcyclist allowed out on bond
LizAngelea Bonilla-Parilla was looking for a taste of freedom when she pleaded guilty to stealing her friend’s car and crashing it while driving drunk. The plea ended up being a successful attempt to get out on bond for the more serious charge of DUI manslaughter.
LizAngelea Bonilla-Parilla was looking for a taste of freedom when she pleaded guilty to stealing her friend’s car and crashing it while driving drunk. The plea ended up being a successful attempt to get out on bond for the more serious charge of DUI manslaughter.
Tampa bars penalized for violating COVID-19 safety measures; more hearings to come
Tangra nightclub and Ybor Cigars Plus will both have to shut down for three days next week following what code enforcement officers said were repeated violations, including unmasked patrons crowded inside the establishments.
Tangra nightclub and Ybor Cigars Plus will both have to shut down for three days next week following what code enforcement officers said were repeated violations, including unmasked patrons crowded inside the establishments.
Activists complain protest legislation would limit free speech
Last September, the governor made a push for legislation to toughen up penalties for rioters. It could mean felony charges against violent protesters, including those who block roadways.
Last September, the governor made a push for legislation to toughen up penalties for rioters. It could mean felony charges against violent protesters, including those who block roadways.
Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith calling Tampa home, for now
For the last month, Alabama's DeVonta Smith has been calling Tampa home. Under the guidance of Yo Murphy, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner has been polishing his skills and preparing for his NFL Draft Day.
For the last month, Alabama's DeVonta Smith has been calling Tampa home. Under the guidance of Yo Murphy, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner has been polishing his skills and preparing for his NFL Draft Day.
Report: 46% of American workers struggling with mental health
Nearly half of all American workers suffer from a mental health issue since the pandemic began, according to a new report by Oregon-based insurance provider The Standard.
Nearly half of all American workers suffer from a mental health issue since the pandemic began, according to a new report by Oregon-based insurance provider The Standard.
2021 Gasparilla knight parade also canceled
The Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago announced Wednesday they are canceling the 2021 Sant’ Yago Knight Parade because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Krewe of the Knights of Sant’ Yago announced Wednesday they are canceling the 2021 Sant’ Yago Knight Parade because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Doctors say man accused in Tampa shooting rampage was 'not of sound mind'
Antonio Cruz Ortiz was "not of sound mind... due to voluntary intoxication" when he went on a shooting rampage in Tampa, according to court-appointed doctors and Ortiz's attorney.
Antonio Cruz Ortiz was "not of sound mind... due to voluntary intoxication" when he went on a shooting rampage in Tampa, according to court-appointed doctors and Ortiz's attorney.
USF student-built satellites launched into orbit by SpaceX
A recent SpaceX launch took three satellites built by University of South Florida students to space on a communications mission.
A recent SpaceX launch took three satellites built by University of South Florida students to space on a communications mission.
Gasparilla parade officially canceled for 2021
There will be no pirate invasion of Tampa this year. The annual Gasparilla parade, already postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, is now officially canceled for 2021.
There will be no pirate invasion of Tampa this year. The annual Gasparilla parade, already postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, is now officially canceled for 2021.
Sunshine State is rare oasis as winter storm grips U.S.
Though some flights were delayed and others cancelled altogether, travelers arriving in Tampa from the north Tuesday morning were more than happy to swap their ski jackets for sunglasses.
Though some flights were delayed and others cancelled altogether, travelers arriving in Tampa from the north Tuesday morning were more than happy to swap their ski jackets for sunglasses.
Winter storm instead of tropical storm: 90 TECO lineworkers head to Louisiana to restore power
TECO crews will face a different kind of response this time around as they prepare to deal with winter storms instead of tropical storms.
TECO crews will face a different kind of response this time around as they prepare to deal with winter storms instead of tropical storms.
'The decline is real:' Multiple factors behind drop in COVID-19 cases, health experts say
In recent weeks, the number of daily new cases of COVID-19 has been trending down in Florida and nationwide.
In recent weeks, the number of daily new cases of COVID-19 has been trending down in Florida and nationwide.
Ultimate car community gets final go-ahead in Tampa
If you've ever dreamed of a dream-garage The Motor Enclave, set to be built in Tampa, might just be for you.
If you've ever dreamed of a dream-garage The Motor Enclave, set to be built in Tampa, might just be for you.
Hillsborough school officials review memorial plans for Ridgewood Cemetery unearthed at King High
A future memorial for Ridgewood Cemetery on the campus of King High School is a step closer to reality following a presentation Monday to Black community leaders.
A future memorial for Ridgewood Cemetery on the campus of King High School is a step closer to reality following a presentation Monday to Black community leaders.
'Baby diet' doesn't mean eating pureed food, but could help you change eating habits
If you're trying to get back on track with good health habits, you may want to consider the eating habits of babies or toddlers.
If you're trying to get back on track with good health habits, you may want to consider the eating habits of babies or toddlers.
Ardent flour mill land becomes part of Water Street development
On the shiny side of Water Street, The Edition Tampa will have five-star hotel rooms and residences, some selling for $8 million.
On the shiny side of Water Street, The Edition Tampa will have five-star hotel rooms and residences, some selling for $8 million.
5,436 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 96 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,436 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,827,373.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,436 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,827,373.
7,515 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 118 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,515 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,821,937.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,515 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,821,937.
Smoothie company brings new flavor to Channelside
As the Channelside district continues to grow in downtown Tampa, it is attracting more and more people and those people are attracting small businesses and the Schaaf family took notice.
As the Channelside district continues to grow in downtown Tampa, it is attracting more and more people and those people are attracting small businesses and the Schaaf family took notice.
Police arrest man accused of beating woman on her way to work
Tampa police have arrested Antonio Whitehead, 55, after they say he severely beat a woman who was walking to work Thursday morning.
Tampa police have arrested Antonio Whitehead, 55, after they say he severely beat a woman who was walking to work Thursday morning.