Tampa Assistant Police Chief Ruth Cate terminated and makes allegations of retaliation
The second in command of the Tampa Police Department is out of a job and raising allegations of retaliation.
The second in command of the Tampa Police Department is out of a job and raising allegations of retaliation.
Navy veteran fires at deputies who return fire, injuring him: HCSO
A man was hospitalized on Tuesday night following a domestic dispute that ended after deputies shot at the suspect.
A man was hospitalized on Tuesday night following a domestic dispute that ended after deputies shot at the suspect.
Fugitive murder suspect accused in deadly Plant City shooting captured in Texas
A murder suspect who is accused of shooting and killing a man at a Plant City gas station has been captured several states away.
A murder suspect who is accused of shooting and killing a man at a Plant City gas station has been captured several states away.
Hillsborough County deputy suspended after domestic-related altercation sends 1 to hospital
A Hillsborough County deputy is facing domestic battery charges and has been suspended from the sheriff’s office without pay.
A Hillsborough County deputy is facing domestic battery charges and has been suspended from the sheriff’s office without pay.
Missing Ruskin teen safely located following statewide alert
A Ruskin teenager who has autism and sparked at Florida Missing Child Alert has been safely located.
A Ruskin teenager who has autism and sparked at Florida Missing Child Alert has been safely located.
Hillsborough County deputy arrested for domestic violence: HCSO
The St. Petersburg Police Department arrested a Hillsborough County deputy following a domestic violence incident in St. Petersburg.
The St. Petersburg Police Department arrested a Hillsborough County deputy following a domestic violence incident in St. Petersburg.
Tampa Bay federal agent, Marine veteran honored as community hero after surviving shooting
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Democrat Brian Nathan upsets Republican Josie Tomkow in race for Senate District 14; unofficial results
Democrat Brian Nathan pulled off an upset against Republican Josie Tomkow for Senate District 14, which covers parts of Hillsborough County, according to the unofficial results posted by the supervisor of elections office.
Democrat Brian Nathan pulled off an upset against Republican Josie Tomkow for Senate District 14, which covers parts of Hillsborough County, according to the unofficial results posted by the supervisor of elections office.
Florida lawmakers pass domestic violence reform, it now awaits the Governor's signature
Proposed legislation in Florida would raise penalties for repeat domestic violence offenders and expand resources for survivors.
Proposed legislation in Florida would raise penalties for repeat domestic violence offenders and expand resources for survivors.
Drought conditions force Bay Area leaders to tighten water restrictions: Here's what to know
The Bay Area is facing intensifying drought conditions as water officials tighten restrictions in response to what experts say is the worst dry spell in at least 25 years.
The Bay Area is facing intensifying drought conditions as water officials tighten restrictions in response to what experts say is the worst dry spell in at least 25 years.
Plant City High School theatre program honored with prestigious Disney grant
Plant City High School is one of 21 schools honored to receive the Disney on Broadway Schools of Excellence grant.
Plant City High School is one of 21 schools honored to receive the Disney on Broadway Schools of Excellence grant.
Tampa officers rescue man from burning car after medical emergency leads to crash
Quick actions by Tampa police officers saved a man’s life on Sunday afternoon after his car burst into flames following a crash at the 3100 block of W Gandy Blvd.
Quick actions by Tampa police officers saved a man’s life on Sunday afternoon after his car burst into flames following a crash at the 3100 block of W Gandy Blvd.
Woman dies after being shot at Ybor City parking garage: Police
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place in Ybor City early Tuesday morning.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place in Ybor City early Tuesday morning.
Tampa International Airport uses more up-to-date software to prevent ground crashes
An on the ground crash at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night killed two and hospitalized more than 40 people.
An on the ground crash at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night killed two and hospitalized more than 40 people.
AI turbocharging home renderings as agents try to make the sale
With inflation, interest rates and construction costs taking bites out of the real estate industry, agents are using new tools to make homes more appealing.
With inflation, interest rates and construction costs taking bites out of the real estate industry, agents are using new tools to make homes more appealing.
Lithia sports facility proposal sparks heated zoning battle between neighbors, supporters
A growing dispute is unfolding in Lithia, where a proposed private youth sports complex is drawing strong reactions from both neighbors and supporters.
A growing dispute is unfolding in Lithia, where a proposed private youth sports complex is drawing strong reactions from both neighbors and supporters.
Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Special election on Tuesday will test whether national political winds reach Florida
Tuesday is a special election day for 300,000 voters in Florida's Senate District 14.
Tuesday is a special election day for 300,000 voters in Florida's Senate District 14.
Hillsborough County detention deputy cadet accused of domestic violence: ‘No one is above the law’
A detention deputy cadet with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested.
A detention deputy cadet with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested.
I-4 blast off? FHP stops ‘Rocket Man’ hauling fake missiles in Plant City
Florida may be known for rocket launches at Cape Canaveral but a driver hauling ‘missiles’ along I-4 on Sunday caused quite a ruckus on the busy interstate.
Florida may be known for rocket launches at Cape Canaveral but a driver hauling ‘missiles’ along I-4 on Sunday caused quite a ruckus on the busy interstate.


















