Plant City man shoots at family, barricades inside home sparking hours-long standoff with deputies
A man who shot at family members barricaded himself inside his Plant City home Tuesday evening, prompting a massive Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office presence.
A man who shot at family members barricaded himself inside his Plant City home Tuesday evening, prompting a massive Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office presence.
Apollo Beach teen arrested for murdering man at Riverview Wawa, deputies say
A suspect accused of gunning down a man at a Hillsborough County gas station earlier this month has turned himself in to authorities.
A suspect accused of gunning down a man at a Hillsborough County gas station earlier this month has turned himself in to authorities.
Hillsborough man killed in fiery street racing crash on US 41, troopers search for driver: FHP
Troopers are searching for a driver that was street racing on US 41 when a Tampa man was killed in a fiery crash Tuesday afternoon in Hillsborough County.
Troopers are searching for a driver that was street racing on US 41 when a Tampa man was killed in a fiery crash Tuesday afternoon in Hillsborough County.
Woman gets second chance at life after Tampa General performs first liver transplant from live donor
Tampa General Hospital is breaking barriers on the west coast of Florida after successfully completed its first liver transplant with a living donor.
Tampa General Hospital is breaking barriers on the west coast of Florida after successfully completed its first liver transplant with a living donor.
Fiancé of overdose victim testifies in accused drug dealer's murder trial
Joshua Sutphin's fiancé found him dead of a drug overdose three years ago. Now, the man on trial for his murder, Joseph Stillitano, is trying to prove that he wasn't responsible.
Joshua Sutphin's fiancé found him dead of a drug overdose three years ago. Now, the man on trial for his murder, Joseph Stillitano, is trying to prove that he wasn't responsible.
Hillsborough firefighter who won’t recover from ‘catastrophic accident’ to donate organs to save others
A Hillsborough County firefighter is being honored for his final act of bravery.
A Hillsborough County firefighter is being honored for his final act of bravery.
Learn critical emergency response skills as a CERT volunteer
The City of Tampa is currently recruiting volunteers for its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
The City of Tampa is currently recruiting volunteers for its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
Local veteran-owned food truck makes mark with authentic Maine food
Got Lobstah? is a Tampa Bay area food truck specializing in authentic Maine fare.
Got Lobstah? is a Tampa Bay area food truck specializing in authentic Maine fare.
Florida reports record tourism numbers ahead of busy summer travel season
Florida is breaking records for tourism in 2023. The Tampa Bay area is one of the largest destinations in the state.
Florida is breaking records for tourism in 2023. The Tampa Bay area is one of the largest destinations in the state.
TGH program brings hospital to patient’s homes
To qualify for the program a patient must have Medicare or Medicare Advantage, live within 30 minutes of the hospital and either already be admitted in the hospital or be referred from the emergency department.
To qualify for the program a patient must have Medicare or Medicare Advantage, live within 30 minutes of the hospital and either already be admitted in the hospital or be referred from the emergency department.
USF $340 million football stadium moves one step closer to reality
The USF Bulls have taken the next big step toward the construction of their first-ever on-campus football stadium Tuesday.
The USF Bulls have taken the next big step toward the construction of their first-ever on-campus football stadium Tuesday.
‘Doggy angel’ helps rescue 6-year-old pup from busy I-275 traffic in Tampa
A 6-year-old Chihuahua terrier mix named Princess was rescued from I-275 traffic near Fletcher Avenue in Tampa.
A 6-year-old Chihuahua terrier mix named Princess was rescued from I-275 traffic near Fletcher Avenue in Tampa.
St. Pete and Tampa make their best pitches to Tampa Bay Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly fielding offers from investors based in Tampa Bay and around the country, according to a report published on the sports news site, "The Athletic."
The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly fielding offers from investors based in Tampa Bay and around the country, according to a report published on the sports news site, "The Athletic."
Police: Two accused of intentionally setting fire in Plant City home with 4 kids inside
Two arrests were made after Plant City crews extinguished a fire that was intentionally set in a home's garage while children were inside, police said.
Two arrests were made after Plant City crews extinguished a fire that was intentionally set in a home's garage while children were inside, police said.
Bear seen in Bay Area neighborhoods spotted in tree
A bear that has been spotted several times in the Lutz and Carrollwood area sought higher ground on Monday.
A bear that has been spotted several times in the Lutz and Carrollwood area sought higher ground on Monday.
Ed Sheeran surprises students at Middleton High School with free concert tickets, guitars
Band students at Middleton High School are still reeling from a whirlwind of a weekend after music icon Ed Sheeran surprised the class Friday and gave away tickets to his sold-out show at Raymond James Stadium Saturday night.
Band students at Middleton High School are still reeling from a whirlwind of a weekend after music icon Ed Sheeran surprised the class Friday and gave away tickets to his sold-out show at Raymond James Stadium Saturday night.
Krewe of Scarlett Fortuna on a mission to spread the joy of reading across Tampa Bay
It was a fun-filled weekend of family-friendly piracy as the Krewe of the Scarlett Fortuna invaded Fort De Soto once again to bring Castortowne to life.
It was a fun-filled weekend of family-friendly piracy as the Krewe of the Scarlett Fortuna invaded Fort De Soto once again to bring Castortowne to life.
Local organization hosts conference focused on the risk of suicide in the LGBTQ+ community
The Tampa Bay Chapter of The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosted a conference this weekend that, for the first time, focused on the increased risk of suicide among the LGBTQ+ community.
The Tampa Bay Chapter of The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosted a conference this weekend that, for the first time, focused on the increased risk of suicide among the LGBTQ+ community.
Domestic violence incident in Riverview resolved peacefully
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a domestic violence-related incident that occurred in Riverview on Saturday afternoon.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a domestic violence-related incident that occurred in Riverview on Saturday afternoon.
Hillsborough County Public Works honored during National Public Works week
Michael Moreda has worked with Hillsborough County Public Works for 31 years, and during that time, he's built neighborhoods from the ground up.
Michael Moreda has worked with Hillsborough County Public Works for 31 years, and during that time, he's built neighborhoods from the ground up.



















