Rhythm Roots: Local music teachers inspiring the younger generation of today

Tampa’s been a great spot for musical talent of the past and present, and the nation was reminded of that when rapper Doechii gave her hometown a shoutout at the Grammys this year.

Video: Tampa police rescue child from vehicle crash

The Tampa Police Department is touting the importance of wearing seat belts after officers rescued a child from a vehicle crash last month. 

Crashes cause delays on I-275 in Tampa

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating two crashes that caused delays on the northbound side of I-275 as drivers made their way into Tampa on Wednesday morning.

Rhythm Roots: Legendary Black musicians left lasting impact from Tampa to St. Pete

Black performers found soul and sanctuary on the Chitlin Circuit in the Tampa Bay area at a time decades ago when they were limited as far as places where they could perform.

City of Tampa to host 'National Learn to Row Day' before both high school teams head to nationals

If you're looking for a new outdoor activity this summer, rowing may just be for you. It's one of the fast-growing sports in recent years, especially among high school students in search of college scholarships. 

TPD seeing increased number of child pornography arrests

A pair of recent child pornography arrests by the Tampa Police Department has officers highlighting the work their Cyber Crimes squad is doing.

Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn wants his old job back

When Bob Buckhorn left office in 2019, the chatter never stopped about him running again, apparently by design.

TPD shares details of two recent child porn busts
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FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer explains the warning from Tampa police after two recent child porn arrests as officers say they are receiving a growing number of tips everyday about other potential cases.

Rhythm Roots: Tampa Bay's musical connections to Black music history

Tampa Bay has some amazing musical connections to Black music history, with Black musicians being the cultural bedrock of many genres of music for generations.

Family displaced after fire severely damages Tampa home

A family is out of their home after a fire caused serious damage early Monday, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.

13-year-old girl rescued from Tampa motel: 'This child was lured'

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested two men after deputies rescued a teenage girl from a Tampa motel room.

Tampa prepares for the 2025 hurricane season using lessons from last year's back-to-back storms

The 2025 hurricane season officially starts on Sunday, June 1. So Tampa leaders, first responders, and officials gathered on Friday to share important lessons learned from Helene and Milton. 

Hyde Park Village sees change as area grows with new businesses coming in, others leaving

As development booms around Tampa, Hyde Park Village is one of the areas where change is happening. New business is coming in, while other businesses have moved out over the last several years.