Seniors disappointed as graduation ceremonies go virtual at USF

Walking across the stage at commencement and becoming a college graduate is a moment thousands of students look forward to. For seniors at the University of South Florida, their ceremony in May will now be virtual and most of them are understandably disappointed.

Metropolitan Ministries demand has tripled since pandemic began

It’s a tough time for a lot of people, and many are turning to organizations like Metropolitan Ministries for help. While the organization says they are doing everything they can to meet the public needs, the demand is just too high.

Bayshore Boulevard residents fed up after fifth roadway death in 2 years

Advocacy group Walk Bike Tampa penned an open letter to Mayor Castor over the weekend calling for “Open Streets” on Bayshore, closing lanes on one or both sides of the roadway.

Man dies after being hit by truck in Ybor

Police are investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian. It happened in the Ybor City area at Adamo Drive and 22nd Street.

Man expected to survive after east Tampa shooting

Police are investigating a shooting that happened in east Tampa near a home on Lindell Avenue.

Tampa police: 2 dead after motorcycle and bicycle collide on Bayshore Blvd.

A bicyclist and a motorcyclist died Saturday morning following a crash on Bayshore Blvd. near Rome Ave., according to the Tampa Police Department.

Pet photographer raising funds for Humane Society with Safer at Home sessions

Many small businesses face an uncertain future because of the statewide ‘stay at home’ order. A bay area pet photography company is trying to adapt after having most of his business dry up.

Community effort feeds hospital workers while supporting local restaurants

At a time when healthcare workers are working overtime and empty restaurants are depending on takeout orders and deliveries to stay afloat, a Tampa woman came up with an idea to help both at the same time. 

Triple-murder suspect to be extradited back to Georgia

Dashcam videos show cruisers pursuing Caesar Crockett Jr. for more than an hour, starting on Interstate 75, then ending on I-4.

Ronald McDonald House needs funds, food to help families of hospitalized children

The Ronald McDonald House charities are in need of food and monetary donation because the volunteers who normally feed families staying at the home are not allowed in the building to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Anxious patients deal with delays while awaiting coronavirus testing results

These are anxious times for all Americans, but the level of anxiety is even higher for patients still waiting to learn whether or not they have COVID-19.

FDOT to speed up work on Howard Frankland bridge during 'safer at home' order

With 'safer at home' orders in place, roadways in Florida are a lot less busy. The governor wants to take the opportunity to speed up critical road projects across the state.

Toddler rescued after Amber Alert search ends in crash on I-4; suspect in in custody after stand-off with police

A toddler who was the subject of an Amber Alert in both Florida and Georgia has been rescued by authorities in the Tampa Bay area and the man accused of taking him and killing three people in Georgia is in custody following a stand-off with police. 

Tampa megachurch pastor cancels Sunday services, says he fears for congregation's safety

The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.