USF students involved in double stabbing, suspect believed to be dead: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says the suspect in a double stabbing at an off-campus student housing complex near the University of South Florida is believed to be the dead person found in a separate investigation on East Fletcher Avenue Wednesday afternoon.

Viral Pomeranian creates candy-coated getaway for 3 struggling Bay Area families: 'It means the world to us'

Three families navigating severe medical illnesses and bullying received a VIP getaway at a candy-themed Florida mansion, thanks to a community initiative known as Koda's Dreamhouse Adventure.

AAA, TGH launch safety campaign after Tampa doctors report surge in serious e-bike injuries

A Pasco County nine-year-old is sharing his crash story as AAA and Tampa's Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH launch a safety campaign, hoping to prevent e-bike injuries this summer.

Hillsborough County business owner used mail fraud scheme to buy $1.6M house, indictment says

A Hillsborough County business owner faces up to 20 years in federal prison after a federal mail fraud indictment said he allegedly used investor money to get a mortgage to buy a $1.6 million home.

More than 50,000 tickets unsold for England soccer match in Tampa

Local soccer fans packed a Tampa pub Saturday afternoon to watch the UEFA Champions League final, but high ticket prices are keeping thousands of them from attending next Saturday's World Cup warm-up match at Raymond James Stadium.

Tampa fiery crash: 1 dead, 1 seriously injured on I-275: TFR

A person was killed and another suffered serious injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 275 in Tampa Friday night, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.

Construction continues on affordable and workforce housing units at Rome Yards

City leaders, developers, and construction crews gathered Friday for a progress update on the Gallery at Rome Yards, a residential tower bringing 234 affordable and workforce housing units to West Tampa. 

2026 hurricane season guide: Here’s what to know

Floridians dodged a bullet during the 2025 hurricane season and researchers are predicting a ‘below normal’ season in 2026, but the time to prepare is now. 

Man who fired at Tampa police officers in 2025 apartment complex shootout gets life in prison

A Tampa jury has found Matthew Fowler guilty on all charges in connection with a 2025 shooting, when Fowler opened fire at Tampa police officers during an incident at an apartment complex. Fowler was sentenced to life in prison, according to court officials.

Tampa waterfront homeowners urged to check backyard tidal creeks before hurricane season

Water experts in Tampa are urging homeowners to check local backyard tidal creeks as hurricane season begins to help protect the region from severe flooding and water pollution.