Florida veterans reflect on meaning of Independence Day

From parades, to BBQ's, to fireworks shows, people all over gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July in their own way.

Tampa Bay Water Ski Team amazes crowds near Sparkman Wharf on Independence today

There was a different kind of show before the sun went down in Tampa this Fourth of July. The Tampa Bay Water Ski Team amazed crowds as they performed near Sparkman Wharf. 

Grateful defendant given second chance helps Tampa judge over 20 years later

After 27 years on the bench, Hillsborough circuit Judge Rex Barbas is hanging up his black robe one final time and retiring. However, on his last day as judge he reunited with defendant, John Templeton.

Tampa Bay Waterkeeper using QR codes to help people report pollution

With more and more people moving to the Tampa Bay area, the waterways have become a main attraction. Activists are working to keep the waterways clean for years to come, but they need help.

Four teens arrested for breaking into cars in Tampa, police say

Four teenagers were arrested Monday morning, accused of breaking into cars in Tampa before getting caught in St. Petersburg.

Suspect arrested for pointing green laser at pilots onboard Tampa PD helicopter

On Monday, a 26-year-old suspect was taken into custody after pointing a green laser at pilots onboard a Tampa PD helicopter, according to authorities. 

Tampa felon who led police on chase through city sentenced to over 6 years

After being chased by Tampa police through the city, Shawn Lanier Lowman, Jr. was arrested a year ago and will now be facing six years and six months behind bars.

Motorcyclist dies in Hillsborough County crash on SR-674, FHP says

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a motorcyclist died on Sunday night after a crash on SR-674 in Hillsborough County.

Suspect arrested after shooting, killing man in Tampa, police say

A suspect was arrested for shooting and killing a man in the 7800 block of North Nebraska Avenue in Tampa on Saturday, according to officers. 

Dozens protest in Tampa ahead of Florida's toughest immigration law going into effect

Dozens of families protested in Tampa Friday, the day before Florida’s toughest law on immigration goes into effect, saying it targets the immigrant community. 

Suspect arrested after man was shot, killed outside Tampa home, police say

A Tampa suspect was arrested Friday on a first-degree murder charge after a man was killed after an argument in the 9200 block of North 13th Street, police said. 

Boom by the Bay kicks off Fourth of July festivities this weekend

Thousands of people are expected in downtown Tampa this weekend for the annual "Boom by the Bay" Fourth of July celebration.

Rowdies hit their stride as they climb up the standings

As the halfway point of the USL season approaches, the Tampa Bay Rowdies seem to have reached mid-season form.