Lightning strike critically injures 11-year-old boy, knocks him out of boat in Riverview
11-year-old Levi Stock was out on a boat trip with his family when he was struck by lightning. According to the family's pastor, Levi went overboard and began to sink underwater after the strike. He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, and doctors say the next 24 to 48 hours are critical to his recovery. Levi's family believes it's a miracle he's alive.
Son of fallen Tarpon Spring police officer sworn in as Tampa International Airport officer
Andrew Kondek is carrying on a legacy in law enforcement. Thursday, the son of fallen Tarpon Springs Police Officer Charles Kondek was officially sworn in as a member of the Tampa International Airport Police Department.
HCFR: Child critically injured in lightning strike at Riverview park
A child has been rushed to the hospital after being struck by lightning near a boat ramp at a Hillsborough County Park Thursday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Murder victim’s parents banned from testifying at accused Seminole Heights serial killer’s trial
The parents of a man allegedly murdered by the accused Seminole Heights serial killer have been banned from testifying at trial.
Armed carjacking suspect who wanted 'shootout with law enforcement' shot and killed by Pinellas deputies
An armed carjacking in Hillsborough County ended with a deadly shooting involving a deputy in Safety Harbor, according to law enforcement in Pinellas County. The suspect, identified by law enforcement as Robert Hubbard, was shot and killed.
WWII veteran marks 100th birthday with celebration of patriotism, sacrifice
Carl Spurlin Dekel has seen a lot in his life, and now he can add another milestone memory. On Wednesday, June 29, his family and friends gathered to honor the service, sacrifice, and centennial of the World War II veteran in Plant City.
Downtown railroad tracks near old flour mill to be removed ahead of Water Street development
The old flour mill in downtown Tampa sits vacant and will soon be demolished as developers prepare for the next phase of Water Street. First, the train tracks that used to run to the mill need to be removed.
Tampa International gears up for busy Fourth of July travel weekend
After a record May that saw more than 1.9 million passengers and a very busy start to the summer travel season, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is gearing up for another influx of passengers over Independence Day weekend.
'It breaks my heart': Residents without home after fire destroys Tampa apartment building
Multiple tenants have seemingly lost everything after a fire destroyed an apartment building in Tampa. The stubborn blaze raged for more than eight hours Tuesday at the Kansas Avenue Apartments before firefighters were finally able to put it out.
Newest phase announced in Tampa's $200 million West River redevelopment
Nearly five years after Tampa began tearing down its notorious North Boulevard Homes Public Housing project, the city broke ground on the newest development in the West River area.
Tampa bike shop helps those in need of transportation by refurbishing old bicycles
A Tampa bike shop is helping everyone get around regardless of whether or not they can afford a bicycle.
July 4th, Tampa style: Boom by the Bay includes boat parade, water ski show
Celebrating America will be more fun than ever at this year's Boom by the Bay celebration along the Tampa Riverwalk.
Trial underway for Riverview man accused of beating toddler to death
A trial is underway for the murder of a two-year-old boy who Tampa prosecutors said was beaten to death by his mother's boyfriend.
Fire causes significant damage to South Tampa apartment near Bayshore Blvd
Tampa firefighters responded Tuesday afternoon to a massive apartment fire near Bayshore Boulevard.
Family of Tampa officer killed in 2021 crash sues FDOT over wrong-way vehicle detection system
In early March 2021, a Tampa police officer intentionally drove into the path of a wrong-way driver to stop him. Now, his family is suing the state's transportation department, claiming they failed to maintain an early detection system for wrong-way drivers.
Some Hillsborough parents not on board with new school bus tracking app
Every year school districts across the Bay Area struggle to get students to school on time. To help parents and students plan around the delays, Hillsborough County Public Schools will roll out new technology this Fall that allows parents to track their child's bus using the Here Comes the Bus app.
Hillsborough State Attorney pledges not to press charges against abortion patients, doctors
The State Attorney in Hillsborough County, Andrew Warren, has pledged not to press charges against those receiving an abortion or their doctors. This comes in the wake of Roe v. Wade being overturned by the Supreme Court, handing the power down to the states on how to handle abortion laws.
The Newman family legacy of hand-rolled, Cuban-style cigars
For four generations, the Newman family has been keeping the art of cigar making alive and well in the Bay Area.
Former Hillsborough detective arrested, accused of concealing dozens of unfinished cases before retirement
A former Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office detective is facing charges of misconduct and tampering with evidence after investigators said he tried to conceal dozens of his unfinished cases prior to retirement.
Proposed Ybor City site may no longer work for Tampa Bay Rays stadium: report
The latest proposal for the Tampa Bay Rays to relocate to a Ybor City location may be in jeopardy.