Bay Area trauma surgeon heads to Nigeria for fifth medical mission

A Bay Area trauma surgeon is spending his vacation doing something very different from relaxing: providing free medical care to people in underserved communities in Nigeria.

Brick Fan Event: LEGO builders bring massive displays to Tampa

Hundreds of intricate LEGO builds transformed the Florida State Fairgrounds into a hub of creativity as fans and television builders gathered in Tampa.

FWC investigates fatal Tampa Bay boat crash near Picnic Island Park

A 61-year-old man died after a boat struck a rock jetty in Tampa Bay on Saturday, sending two people into the water, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Bullard Family Foundation hosts ninth annual Back-to-School Bash

The Bullard Family Foundation’s ninth annual Back to School Bash took over Raymond James Stadium, offering thousands of families free backpacks, health services and school supplies ahead of the new academic year.

5-year-old Carrollwood boy with autism found dead in retention pond

A search for a missing boy ended in tragedy when emergency crews found a 5-year-old boy dead in a retention pond at Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. 

'One Tampa' tower: Downtown high-rise tops off at 42 stories

Construction workers and developers gathered at the corner of Tampa and Twiggs streets to celebrate the topping-off of downtown Tampa's tallest luxury residential skyscraper.

Teen charged in Davis Islands dog park attack pleads guilty

A teenager pleaded guilty Thursday in connection with a violent attack at the Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa.

Hillsborough County commissioners vote to draft one-year data center pause

The Hillsborough County Commission took the first step toward a moratorium blocking the controversial data centers until their impact on communities and the environment can be studied.

Pop-A-Shot National Championship: South Tampa dad to compete in Orlando

For South Tampa's Nick DeMarinis, a lifelong passion could lead to a national championship, as he heads to Orlando to compete in the Pop-A-Shot National Championship for the second consecutive year.

Seminole Hard Rock Casino: Two robbery cases under investigation in Tampa

The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are each investigating separate cases involving different victims who were allegedly robbed after leaving the Seminole Hard Rock Casino.

Hillsborough schools to start year with top grades and fewer teacher openings

Hillsborough Schools Superintendent Van Ayres was joined by Dr. Henry Mack, the new Florida education commissioner, during a kickoff event for the school year.

Bay Area drought: Steady rain fails to erase water deficit

Recent rain across the Bay Area is helping refill local reservoirs, but water officials warn the region remains in a severe rainfall deficit after months of drought.

Tampa International Airport donates hundreds of unclaimed bags to foster kids

Tampa International Airport is repurposing hundreds of unclaimed luggage items to serve hundreds of local foster children in Hillsborough County.

Dengue fever Hillsborough County: Two local cases prompt mosquito treatments

Two confirmed cases of locally acquired dengue fever in Hillsborough County have mosquito control officials taking action to prevent the virus from spreading further.