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.
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.
Mom-and-pop shops banking on Small Business Saturday after being hit hard during pandemic
Hundreds of small businesses across the Bay Area were forced to make changes during the pandemic and hope the shopping season will help them stay afloat.
Hundreds of small businesses across the Bay Area were forced to make changes during the pandemic and hope the shopping season will help them stay afloat.
Youth sailing group cleans up mess Tropical Storm Eta left behind on Davis Islands
On land and water, more than 70 Tampa-area kids spent the morning picking up the litter left behind by Tropical Storm Eta on Davis Islands.
On land and water, more than 70 Tampa-area kids spent the morning picking up the litter left behind by Tropical Storm Eta on Davis Islands.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Florida Aquarium penguins share special bond with staff
The Florida Aquarium is home to African black-footed penguins that weigh about seven pounds.
The Florida Aquarium is home to African black-footed penguins that weigh about seven pounds.
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.
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.
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.
Tampa detectives searching for vehicle connected to early morning homicide
Tampa detectives are asking for help identifying and locating a vehicle and its occupants in connection to a homicide.
Tampa detectives are asking for help identifying and locating a vehicle and its occupants in connection to a homicide.
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.
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.
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.
Tampa pizza shops pays it forward with free Thanksgiving meals
Steve's Pizza on N. Himes Ave. in Carrollwood took a break from dough, and took on turkey. They offered free Thanksgiving meals, complete with turkey, stuffing, bread and vegetables.
Steve's Pizza on N. Himes Ave. in Carrollwood took a break from dough, and took on turkey. They offered free Thanksgiving meals, complete with turkey, stuffing, bread and vegetables.
Veterans get free Thanksgiving dinners, with a side of gratitude
"We want our fellow service members to know we have their back. We still live by the mantra that that we never leave a service member behind," one volunteer explained.
"We want our fellow service members to know we have their back. We still live by the mantra that that we never leave a service member behind," one volunteer explained.
With need greater than ever, Metropolitan Ministries keeps on cooking
Volunteers with Metropolitan Ministries spent Thursday morning cooking and serving those who live on the margins of society. The pandemic has made the need much greater this year.
Volunteers with Metropolitan Ministries spent Thursday morning cooking and serving those who live on the margins of society. The pandemic has made the need much greater this year.
Bay Area shoppers take advantage of weeks of Black Friday bargains
Black Friday is just over a day away, but, many shoppers have already snagged the deals they've been watching.
Black Friday is just over a day away, but, many shoppers have already snagged the deals they've been watching.
Herd immunity will happen quickly with widely-available COVID-19 vaccine, medical expert says
Even though COVID-19 cases are surging across the country, we are still very far from achieving herd immunity from the virus. Local medical experts say once a vaccine is released, we should get there relatively quickly, but we need to remain vigilant.
Even though COVID-19 cases are surging across the country, we are still very far from achieving herd immunity from the virus. Local medical experts say once a vaccine is released, we should get there relatively quickly, but we need to remain vigilant.
DeSantis extends ban on mask bans, business restrictions
Gov. Ron DeSantis extended an executive order that bans cities and counties from enforcing mask mandates. It also bans local governments from limiting capacity in businesses or restaurants.
Gov. Ron DeSantis extended an executive order that bans cities and counties from enforcing mask mandates. It also bans local governments from limiting capacity in businesses or restaurants.
1 million people in Tampa Bay area need help finding food this holiday
Many of us know someone who lost their job, their health, or a family member because of COVID-19. These are the folks who are in a position they never thought they'd be in: Asking for help during Thanksgiving.
Many of us know someone who lost their job, their health, or a family member because of COVID-19. These are the folks who are in a position they never thought they'd be in: Asking for help during Thanksgiving.
Jesuit High School students provide Thanksgiving meals for more than 200 families
Jesuit High School students and their families are meeting to deliver Thanksgiving meals for families in need.
Jesuit High School students and their families are meeting to deliver Thanksgiving meals for families in need.