Tampa man survives Melissa in Jamaica

Tampa businessman David Luckain was born in Jamaica. He was there visiting when Hurricane Melissa hit the Island on October 28th and says he's never experienced anything like it.

Driver hits, kills bicyclist on Fowler Avenue: Police

A deadly crash on Fowler Avenue claimed the life of a bicyclist in Tampa on Sunday morning and closed the road for several hours. 

VIDEO: Man arrested for breaking into Tampa business

Hillsborough County deputies arrested a man early on Thursday morning for breaking into a business on North Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa.

Riverview church rallies to help families in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

As cell phone videos pour in from Jamaica’s western parishes — showing collapsed homes and leveled town centers— members of Love First Christian Center in Riverview say their hearts are breaking for family and friends back home.

Mama's offers memorable menu with some nostalgia on the side

Mama’s Kitchen invokes a special place for many people, as they recall sitting at the breakfast table while mom created waffles, pancakes or other succulent sweets. 

Dog returned to owner after being stolen during armed robbery, 4 teens arrested: HCSO

A French Bulldog puppy has been reunited with his owner after four teens stole the dog during an armed robbery at a Brandon cell phone store, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Hundreds climb 41 stories in Tampa to honor 9/11 heroes

In downtown Tampa, hundreds of people took on a 41-story climb — each step a tribute to the firefighters, police officers, and first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th.

Julio Foolio murder: Tampa jury reaches verdict in trial against Alicia Andrews

A Tampa jury reached a verdict late Friday evening in the trial against Alicia Andrews, one of the five suspects charged in the killing of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio. 

Family, friends of hospitalized 5-year-old South Tampa girl asks community to 'Pray for Laine'

A South Tampa neighborhood is uniting in prayer for five-year-old Laine Nipper, who is fighting for her life after being diagnosed with viral meningitis and a severe case of encephalitis, a swelling of the brain.