Tampa jury hears closing arguments in case against father accused of shooting children
The state and defense made their closing statements on Wednesday in the trial of a Tampa father who’s accused of shooting his children in their bunk beds.
The state and defense made their closing statements on Wednesday in the trial of a Tampa father who’s accused of shooting his children in their bunk beds.
Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial
The Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial after the City of Tampa unveiled a plaque Wednesday at the site of the African American burial ground.
The Mt. Zion Black cemetery finally has a permanent memorial after the City of Tampa unveiled a plaque Wednesday at the site of the African American burial ground.
Davis Islands attack: Teens charged will have chance to be free before their trials, judge rules
A group of teenagers charged in a brutal attack at Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa were back in court on Wednesday as a judge ruled they'd have the chance to be free until their trials.
A group of teenagers charged in a brutal attack at Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa were back in court on Wednesday as a judge ruled they'd have the chance to be free until their trials.
Injured manatee rescued, taken to ZooTampa: FWC
A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after crews found it in southwest Florida suffering from what the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) called a "recent watercraft wound."
A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after crews found it in southwest Florida suffering from what the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) called a "recent watercraft wound."
Tampa library dedicated to civil rights icon needs the public’s help recovering from Hurricane Milton
A cornerstone of Tampa's black history remains damaged by Hurricane Milton.
A cornerstone of Tampa's black history remains damaged by Hurricane Milton.
Tampa business goes solar with more 450 panels; a new trend of the Sunshine State
Florida’s sunny reputation is driving a surge in solar energy use, with more homeowners and businesses making the switch. Florida ranks second in the nation for new solar panel installations, and one Tampa business is embracing the trend in a big way.
Florida’s sunny reputation is driving a surge in solar energy use, with more homeowners and businesses making the switch. Florida ranks second in the nation for new solar panel installations, and one Tampa business is embracing the trend in a big way.
Gov. DeSantis’ idea to eliminate property taxes may come with risks
Governor Ron DeSantis says he backs the idea of banning local governments from collecting property taxes.
Governor Ron DeSantis says he backs the idea of banning local governments from collecting property taxes.
Tampa father accused of killing daughter, shooting son in the head stands trial
A Tampa father is on trial for allegedly shooting his children while they were lying in bed.
A Tampa father is on trial for allegedly shooting his children while they were lying in bed.
Tampa gears up to host 4th NCAA Women's Final Four at Amalie Arena
First in 2008, then 2015, again in 2019, and now 2025, Tampa will host some of the best female college basketball players -- and their passionate fans -- at Amalie Arena.
First in 2008, then 2015, again in 2019, and now 2025, Tampa will host some of the best female college basketball players -- and their passionate fans -- at Amalie Arena.
Tampa state senator draws from personal experience as he proposes loosening teenage labor laws in state
A bill recently proposed by a Tampa state senator would further loosen labor laws by allowing most teenagers to work more hours per week.
A bill recently proposed by a Tampa state senator would further loosen labor laws by allowing most teenagers to work more hours per week.
Cold case cracked: Murder suspect arrested in 1997 beating, stabbing of Tampa man
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says they have cracked a nearly three-decade-old cold case.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says they have cracked a nearly three-decade-old cold case.
Leaders to designate Tampa home that belonged to successful Black entrepreneur as local historic landmark
Tampa City Council recently voted to designate a home – which belonged to a successful Black entrepreneur in the 1920s – as a local historic landmark.
Tampa City Council recently voted to designate a home – which belonged to a successful Black entrepreneur in the 1920s – as a local historic landmark.
New baggage screening machines unveiled at Tampa International
Screening your carry-on bags can be frustrating and time-consuming. But now there's new technology at Tampa International Airport that could make your experience a better one.
Screening your carry-on bags can be frustrating and time-consuming. But now there's new technology at Tampa International Airport that could make your experience a better one.
Remains of missing man found buried in backyard, 2 suspects arrested for alleged fraud: HCSO
Two people have been arrested after Hillsborough County detectives say they discovered the body of a missing man buried in the backyard of one of the suspects in Valrico.
Two people have been arrested after Hillsborough County detectives say they discovered the body of a missing man buried in the backyard of one of the suspects in Valrico.
Governor DeSantis announces state DOGE task force focused on 'government efficiency'
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a new “comprehensive initiative” on Monday focused on government efficiency in Florida while praising the efforts of DOGE at the federal level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a new “comprehensive initiative” on Monday focused on government efficiency in Florida while praising the efforts of DOGE at the federal level.
Inspiration for Tampa Falafel House stems from Syria
The story of the Tampa Falafel House began in the kitchen of the owner's uncle back in Syria.
The story of the Tampa Falafel House began in the kitchen of the owner's uncle back in Syria.
29,000 people lace up for Gasparilla Distance Classic half-marathon
29,000 people laced up for the Gasparilla Distance Classic half-marathon on Sunday.
29,000 people laced up for the Gasparilla Distance Classic half-marathon on Sunday.
Davis Islands attack: Teens appear in court after being charged as adults
Five teenagers appeared in Hillsborough County court on Friday after they were charged with attempted first-degree murder following an attack at a Tampa dog park that left another teenager unconscious.
Five teenagers appeared in Hillsborough County court on Friday after they were charged with attempted first-degree murder following an attack at a Tampa dog park that left another teenager unconscious.
Tampa Bay Area's 'State of the Region' report shows mixed results
According to a new State of the Region report, the report card for the Tampa Bay region has some positives and negatives.
According to a new State of the Region report, the report card for the Tampa Bay region has some positives and negatives.
Davis Islands dog park attack: Teen suspects facing upgraded charges as adults
Five teens arrested for beating another teenager in the Davis Islands Dog Park attack that happened last week have all been charged as adults by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office.
Five teens arrested for beating another teenager in the Davis Islands Dog Park attack that happened last week have all been charged as adults by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office.