Census data shows Tampa among highest income and homeownership disparities for African Americans
Census data shows Tampa has among the highest income and homeownership disparities for African Americans, and a Tampa city councilman said that needs to change.
Census data shows Tampa has among the highest income and homeownership disparities for African Americans, and a Tampa city councilman said that needs to change.
Two Tampa police officers under investigation following incident at TGH
After an incident at Tampa General Hospital, two Tampa police officers are now under investigation.
After an incident at Tampa General Hospital, two Tampa police officers are now under investigation.
‘We’re coming for you:’ Inside TPD’s effort to identify looters
If you were looting or setting fires last month, you can bet that police are still looking for you. TPD detectives are combing through hours of video from the riots at University Mall, trying to track down suspects one at a time.
If you were looting or setting fires last month, you can bet that police are still looking for you. TPD detectives are combing through hours of video from the riots at University Mall, trying to track down suspects one at a time.
Family, activists seek answers after man shot, killed by hands of Tampa police
The mother of a man killed by Tampa police after a traffic stop in late April sobbed uncontrollably as she remembered her son, Jonas Joseph.
The mother of a man killed by Tampa police after a traffic stop in late April sobbed uncontrollably as she remembered her son, Jonas Joseph.
Three teens arrested, three guns recovered after east Tampa shootout caught on video
Deputies in Hillsborough County say they arrested three teenagers and confiscated three guns after a shootout that was caught on surveillance video Monday morning.
Deputies in Hillsborough County say they arrested three teenagers and confiscated three guns after a shootout that was caught on surveillance video Monday morning.
Tampa doctor hangs up white coat after more than 60 years of service
Dr. Emilio Echevarria, 89, is visiting St. Joseph’s Hospital, a place that he knows well. He spent 64 years as a general surgeon at bay area hospitals before retiring from St. Joseph's Hospital earlier this year.
Dr. Emilio Echevarria, 89, is visiting St. Joseph’s Hospital, a place that he knows well. He spent 64 years as a general surgeon at bay area hospitals before retiring from St. Joseph's Hospital earlier this year.
Three cownose stingray pups born at The Florida Aquarium
After an hour of labor, another cownose ray stingray was born inside The Florida Aquarium in Tampa.
After an hour of labor, another cownose ray stingray was born inside The Florida Aquarium in Tampa.
Scammers pretend to be COVID-19 contact-tracers to get personal information from victims
Local health departments are using contact tracing to slow the spread of COVID-19. It is basically informing people they may have been exposed after being in contact with someone who tests positive for the virus.
Local health departments are using contact tracing to slow the spread of COVID-19. It is basically informing people they may have been exposed after being in contact with someone who tests positive for the virus.
Bay Area law enforcement make small changes, reinforce existing policies on use-of-force
The Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg police departments say their policies are sufficient but are reminding officers of the rules. Sarasota PD banned choke-holds. But for the most part, Bay Area law enforcement are only making small changes in response to big outcry for reform.
The Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg police departments say their policies are sufficient but are reminding officers of the rules. Sarasota PD banned choke-holds. But for the most part, Bay Area law enforcement are only making small changes in response to big outcry for reform.
Police: Tan Buick sought in shooting of two teens, hit-and-run in North Tampa
Two juveniles were injured in a shooting on E 99th Avenue, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Two juveniles were injured in a shooting on E 99th Avenue, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Nearly a year after death of high school football player, school board approves $1M settlement for family
The Hillsborough County School Board approved a $1 million settlement for the family of a high school football player who died from heat exhaustion last summer.
The Hillsborough County School Board approved a $1 million settlement for the family of a high school football player who died from heat exhaustion last summer.
Congregation gets permission to demolish landmark Seminole Heights church
From Interstate 275 at Hillsborough Avenue, it’s hard to miss the iconic steeple and the brick church below. It’s a landmark to many, but to its congregation and pastor, it’s a burden.
From Interstate 275 at Hillsborough Avenue, it’s hard to miss the iconic steeple and the brick church below. It’s a landmark to many, but to its congregation and pastor, it’s a burden.
Reward offered for info on suspect who threw brick through cruiser's window
Police in Tampa are hoping you can help them identify two people spotted on camera throwing rocks at a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office cruiser.
Police in Tampa are hoping you can help them identify two people spotted on camera throwing rocks at a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office cruiser.
Gronkowski, Buccaneers to replace football gear lost in Blake High shed fire
A fire inside a shed at Blake High School destroyed nearly all of the football team’s equipment, but the newest Tampa Bay Buccaneer is stepping up to help.
A fire inside a shed at Blake High School destroyed nearly all of the football team’s equipment, but the newest Tampa Bay Buccaneer is stepping up to help.
Reche Caldwell funeral scheduled for June 20: TMZ
The funeral for former NFL star Reche Caldwell has been set for June 20, reports TMZ.
The funeral for former NFL star Reche Caldwell has been set for June 20, reports TMZ.
Reward offered for identities of looters at Tampa T-Mobile
Detectives hope members of the public recognize the people seen on surveillance video during looting at the T-Mobile store on Fowler Avenue E. during the early morning of May 31.
Detectives hope members of the public recognize the people seen on surveillance video during looting at the T-Mobile store on Fowler Avenue E. during the early morning of May 31.
Despite progress in Tampa Bay, microfiber pollution devastating sea life worldwide
Monday was World Oceans Day, a concept originally proposed in 1992 by organizations in Canada and Brazil.
Monday was World Oceans Day, a concept originally proposed in 1992 by organizations in Canada and Brazil.
Teen protester accused of jabbing umbrella at officers 'never ever' meant to harm anyone
A woman arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at police during protests in Tampa last week appeared in court Monday. Erica Schmidt faces charges related to protests May 30 near University Mall, which turned violent as the night went on.
A woman arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at police during protests in Tampa last week appeared in court Monday. Erica Schmidt faces charges related to protests May 30 near University Mall, which turned violent as the night went on.
Hopeful messages fill new sculpture at Harvest Hope Park
A new piece of artwork was erected in north Tampa Monday, bringing a message of hope with it.
A new piece of artwork was erected in north Tampa Monday, bringing a message of hope with it.
When baby comes early, troopers help man with roadside delivery
FHP troopers don't just deliver tickets or warnings; sometimes they help deliver babies. That was the case this weekend when a woman went into labor on her way to Tampa General Hospital.
FHP troopers don't just deliver tickets or warnings; sometimes they help deliver babies. That was the case this weekend when a woman went into labor on her way to Tampa General Hospital.