Body found in Riverview, investigators working to identify person and cause of death: HCSO

A death investigation is underway after a body was found in Riverview Thursday. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said they are now trying to identify the person who died. 

Florida sues feds over college accreditation

Contending that higher-education accreditation agencies wield "near limitless power" over colleges and universities, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit alleging federal laws and policies are unconstitutional.

TPD: Man hit, killed trying to cross Dale Mabry Highway

A 65-year-old man lost his life Thursday morning after police say he was hit by an SUV as he tried to cross Dale Mabry Highway. 

Tampa's Baseball Poodle spreading love of America's Pastime

When baseball players talk about the dog days of Summer, they usually aren't talking about man's best friend. 

Free dogs in Plant City this weekend at mega-adoption event

Hillsborough County is hosting a massive pet adoption event to find permanent homes for dogs from June 23-25 at the Grimes Family Agricultural Center located on Strawberry Festival grounds.

Local cancer patient gets assistance through NeighborHOPE Project

Edna Rivera's tears are ones of deep gratitude for Barbara Tufts, a stranger who lifted her up when she needed it the most.

Missing Titanic sub: Youngest woman to reach Titanic wreckage says she would do it again despite risks

A Tampa woman, who is the youngest female to ever see the Titanic wreckage in person says she would do it all over again even as the search continues for the missing OceanGate submersible. 

Tampa family of baby with rare diagnosis heads to Capitol Hill to advocate for health care

A Tampa family is heading to Capitol Hill in hopes of inspiring legislation that improves how health care is delivered to children. To do that, they'll share about their experience with their son's rare diagnosis with lawmakers. 

Crisis Center of Tampa Bay needs more employees as calls quadruple

The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay is partnering with Tampa Bay area universities to create internship opportunities and train students to help answer calls at the 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline.

'Grandmother of Juneteenth' reflects on meaning of  federal holiday

At the age of 96, Opal Lee has lived through nearly 40% of our nation’s history. She also walked her way into history with marches that helped make Juneteenth a federal holiday.