CDC reduces quarantine time for those exposed to COVID-19

It was the question scientists were adamant to answer when they first learned of COVID-19 - If someone is exposed, when does their body replicate the virus?

Driver agrees to plea deal for crash that killed Bayshore jogger

In January of 2019, Benjamin Ehas was driving on Bayshore Boulevard in a work vehicle. Prosecutors say he was drunk and high on marijuana.

Investigators say TPD officers were justified in fatal shooting of robbery suspect

The state attorney says Dominique Mulkey, 26, pointed a gun at the officers as they approached him in connection with the armed robbery of the Dollar General store on North 50th Street.

Water treatment in Tampa takes European system for a test-run

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor says clean drinking water could become one of the most "significant" issues facing the world.

With café open, hope once again flows -- along with the coffee

When local businesses and restaurants re-opened, it meant more than just jobs for some people. At the Portico Café, the business means a second chance for the homeless and others.

State wants second opinion after doctor concludes gunman was insane during Tampa rampage

Prosecutors say Antonio Cruz-Ortiz went on a shooting rampage around Tampa back in July -- targeting random drivers, teenagers at a park and even a police officer. But a doctor who evaluated the suspect says he was insane at the time of the shooting spree.

7,364 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 58 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,364 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 992,661.

How to avoid online Cyber Monday scams

Almost anything you can think of is only a click away, and that’s why this Cyber Monday it’s important to stay hyper-aware.

FHP: Wrong-way driver killed in crash on I-275

A 32-year-old woman from Brandon was killed Sunday morning after she crashed head-on with a pickup truck on I-275 according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

6,276 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 79 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,276 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 985,297.

Florida State Fair announces 2021 dates

The Florida State Fair will return to Tampa in 2021 despite the pandemic. The fair will be held February 11-22, 2021, according to its website.

17,345 new Florida coronavirus cases reported over past two days; 109 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 17,345 Thursday and Friday. (The state did not release case numbers on Thanksgiving).  According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 979,021.

Black Friday opens to smaller crowds, shoppers shift to online purchases

The crowds are smaller this year, but there’s still shoppers across the Bay Area keeping the Black Friday tradition alive and heading out in-person to get those deals.