Psychologists worry public is becoming desensitized to COVID-19 news
As the daily number of coronavirus cases changes over the course of the pandemic, psychologists say the public becomes desensitized and the big numbers can lose impact over time.
As the daily number of coronavirus cases changes over the course of the pandemic, psychologists say the public becomes desensitized and the big numbers can lose impact over time.
Tampa youth football team scrambles to replace $2,500 in stolen gear
Football season is getting off to a rough start for the Tampa Bay Cardinals youth football program after more than $2,500 of equipment was stolen from their shed.
Football season is getting off to a rough start for the Tampa Bay Cardinals youth football program after more than $2,500 of equipment was stolen from their shed.
Pilot-free, 5-passenger, 200-mile-per-hour electric jet could be Bay Area's new rapid transit
Electric-powered, automated air taxis -- with the ability to fly up to 200 miles an hour -- could be flying over the Tampa Bay Area within five years.
Electric-powered, automated air taxis -- with the ability to fly up to 200 miles an hour -- could be flying over the Tampa Bay Area within five years.
'Back the Blue' mural painted outside Tampa police headquarters
A mural in downtown Tampa is drawing praise and criticism. Organizers say they want to show their support for law enforcement, but they may have been a little over-eager because they painted it before officially getting a permit.
A mural in downtown Tampa is drawing praise and criticism. Organizers say they want to show their support for law enforcement, but they may have been a little over-eager because they painted it before officially getting a permit.
Community center expansion to feature artistic photographs of gymnasts, dancers who use the space
The city of Tampa is expanding the New Tampa community center. When it first opened, it featured more than 12,000 square feet of gymnastic space including a tumbling strip, a balance beam and other equipment.
The city of Tampa is expanding the New Tampa community center. When it first opened, it featured more than 12,000 square feet of gymnastic space including a tumbling strip, a balance beam and other equipment.
More than 7,000 new cases of COVID-19 reported Sunday; 62 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,104 since Saturday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 487,132.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,104 since Saturday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 487,132.
HCSO: 3 shot during altercation at Tampa gas station
Three people were shot early Sunday morning after an altercation broke out at the Chevron gas station located near E. Sligh Ave. and N 56th Street.
Three people were shot early Sunday morning after an altercation broke out at the Chevron gas station located near E. Sligh Ave. and N 56th Street.
Shooting rampage suspect gets long list of charges
Antonio Cruz Ortiz, 31, saw a judge Saturday morning for the first time since what police are calling a shooting rampage Thursday evening.
Antonio Cruz Ortiz, 31, saw a judge Saturday morning for the first time since what police are calling a shooting rampage Thursday evening.
Bond set at $750,000 for alleged teen Twitter hacker; must prove money came from legitimate source
Investigators say 17-year-old Graham Clark was able to scam Twitter users out of $117,000 in mere hours. Saturday, Clark made his first appearance before a Hillsborough County judge.
Investigators say 17-year-old Graham Clark was able to scam Twitter users out of $117,000 in mere hours. Saturday, Clark made his first appearance before a Hillsborough County judge.
ZooTampa offers sneak peek at what goes into feeding more than 1,000 animals a day
The meal prep is an important part of the everyday care of every animal.
The meal prep is an important part of the everyday care of every animal.
Florida's COVID-19 cases top 480,000 in Saturday's report; 179 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 9,642 since Friday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 480,028.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 9,642 since Friday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 480,028.
Witness said suspect was 'trying to execute' Tampa officer on Hillsborough Ave. Thursday
Pastor Carl Soto says he was driving down Hillsborough Avenue near 43rd Street Thursday night when he saw a Tampa police squad car's back windshield shatter and heard multiple gunshots.
Pastor Carl Soto says he was driving down Hillsborough Avenue near 43rd Street Thursday night when he saw a Tampa police squad car's back windshield shatter and heard multiple gunshots.
Hillsborough deputies identify suspect after shooting spree that injured officer
The suspect at the center of a violent night in Hillsborough County has been identified.
The suspect at the center of a violent night in Hillsborough County has been identified.
CDC: COVID-19 patients who quarantine, have no fever for 24 hours can go back to work
Diane Burge was almost certain her symptoms back in June were just allergies and not coronavirus, but she expressed concern to her boss anyway.
Diane Burge was almost certain her symptoms back in June were just allergies and not coronavirus, but she expressed concern to her boss anyway.
Tampa teen faces 30 felony charges for hacking prominent Twitter accounts; 2 others charged
Prosecutors announced the arrest of a Tampa teenager believed to be the mastermind behind the hacking of prominent Twitter accounts, along with two other suspects.
Prosecutors announced the arrest of a Tampa teenager believed to be the mastermind behind the hacking of prominent Twitter accounts, along with two other suspects.
Officer, several others injured during suspected shooting spree across Hillsborough County, Tampa, I-275
A 40-minute shooting spree ended with a Tampa police officer being injured and a suspect being taken into custody, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A 40-minute shooting spree ended with a Tampa police officer being injured and a suspect being taken into custody, according to the Tampa Police Department.
‘Mr. Tommy’ leaves rock and roll in the rearview, pursues childhood trucking dream
Tommy Girvin and his signature top hat have been entertaining children in the Tampa Bay area for more than 14 years.
Tommy Girvin and his signature top hat have been entertaining children in the Tampa Bay area for more than 14 years.
Soldier receives threats after TPD releases video from traffic stop revealing personal information, ACLU says
Back in June, a Tampa police officer pulled over a car that had been reported stolen.
Back in June, a Tampa police officer pulled over a car that had been reported stolen.
Venue owners struggle to envision future for live music industry
Stages in live music venues throughout the Bay Area have been empty for five months and owners say they've reached a breaking point.
Stages in live music venues throughout the Bay Area have been empty for five months and owners say they've reached a breaking point.
Voice of the Lightning, Rick Peckham excited for chance to get back behind the mic
March 10 was the last time Rick Peckham called a Tampa Bay Lightning Broadcast. Two days later, the NHL paused the regular season indefinitely due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
March 10 was the last time Rick Peckham called a Tampa Bay Lightning Broadcast. Two days later, the NHL paused the regular season indefinitely due to the Coronavirus outbreak.