Tampa leaders work to acquire historic African American cemetery bought by developer during auction
Tampa City Council members said Thursday they would consider helping foot the bill for Memorial Park Cemetery after the historic African American burial ground was bought at auction seemingly while city leaders weren't paying close attention.
Tampa City Council members said Thursday they would consider helping foot the bill for Memorial Park Cemetery after the historic African American burial ground was bought at auction seemingly while city leaders weren't paying close attention.
Youth Ornamental Plant Show rewards young growers at Strawberry Festival
The 49th annual Youth Ornamental Plant Show took place at the Strawberry Festival recently. The show and its sales encourage the production of high-quality ornamental plants and reward young growers.
The 49th annual Youth Ornamental Plant Show took place at the Strawberry Festival recently. The show and its sales encourage the production of high-quality ornamental plants and reward young growers.
TPD: Man confesses to killing 1, robbing another at gunpoint outside Seminole Heights credit union
A man is facing first-degree murder charges after a man was found shot to death outside a SunCoast Credit Union last week.
A man is facing first-degree murder charges after a man was found shot to death outside a SunCoast Credit Union last week.
Last call for Beer Can Island? Future of private island may be decided in court
Hillsborough County leaders are raising concerns over Beer Can Island, a nine-acre spoil island between MacDill Air Force Base and Apollo Beach.
Hillsborough County leaders are raising concerns over Beer Can Island, a nine-acre spoil island between MacDill Air Force Base and Apollo Beach.
Michael Keetley trial: Survivor recalls Thanksgiving Day ambush that killed 2, injured 4
Ramon Galan, Junior, recalls drinking beer with buddies 12 years ago when gunfire abruptly ended the fun.
Ramon Galan, Junior, recalls drinking beer with buddies 12 years ago when gunfire abruptly ended the fun.
Hillsborough County sheriff honors Tampa woman who fought attacker inside apartment gym
After surveillance video of a woman fighting her attacker in a Tampa gym captured national attention, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is honoring her.
After surveillance video of a woman fighting her attacker in a Tampa gym captured national attention, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is honoring her.
Florida lawmakers introduce legislation to permanently ban drilling off Florida's coast
On Wednesday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, co-chair of the bipartisan Florida congressional delegation and Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) introduced legislation that would make the current drilling moratorium off the coast of Florida permanent.
On Wednesday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, co-chair of the bipartisan Florida congressional delegation and Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) introduced legislation that would make the current drilling moratorium off the coast of Florida permanent.
Bicyclist hit, killed on Fowler Avenue, police say
All westbound lanes of Fowler Avenue closed for several hours Wednesday morning while police investigated a fatal crash.
All westbound lanes of Fowler Avenue closed for several hours Wednesday morning while police investigated a fatal crash.
American tourists urged to think twice before heading to Mexico
A retired FBI special agent is warning travelers to do their homework before heading to Mexico after four Americans were kidnaped, with two of them being killed, and the other two being rescued, according to U.S. State Department officials.
A retired FBI special agent is warning travelers to do their homework before heading to Mexico after four Americans were kidnaped, with two of them being killed, and the other two being rescued, according to U.S. State Department officials.
Local tech company creates a conversational artificial intelligence robot
She expresses emotions, a sense of humor and seems to have a mind of her own. A local tech company has created an artificial intelligence data robot called "Maya AI."
She expresses emotions, a sense of humor and seems to have a mind of her own. A local tech company has created an artificial intelligence data robot called "Maya AI."
Jane Castor gets second term as Tampa mayor, four city council districts head to runoff election
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor won a second term in office with 80% of the vote in Tuesday's municipal election, but it will be awhile before residents will know what the full city council will look like.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor won a second term in office with 80% of the vote in Tuesday's municipal election, but it will be awhile before residents will know what the full city council will look like.
Michael Keetley trial: Ex-girlfriend of ice cream man testifies in double-murder case
An ex-girlfriend says the ice cream man accused of murder was obsessed with vigilante justice, but Michael Keetley's defense says he was physically unable to shoot anyone.
An ex-girlfriend says the ice cream man accused of murder was obsessed with vigilante justice, but Michael Keetley's defense says he was physically unable to shoot anyone.
USF students spring to action as lawmakers take up bill that could bring major changes
Students at USF are springing to action as the state considers legislation that could greatly overhaul the state's public universities.
Students at USF are springing to action as the state considers legislation that could greatly overhaul the state's public universities.
Lifelong artist uses her work as therapy
Surrounded by the sweet smell of campfire, Chelsea Glade works on her creations. The wood burner has run Pickle Shop Curiosity for the last eight years. For the lifelong artist, work is therapy.
Surrounded by the sweet smell of campfire, Chelsea Glade works on her creations. The wood burner has run Pickle Shop Curiosity for the last eight years. For the lifelong artist, work is therapy.
Made In Tampa Bay Expo to showcase local manufactures
It’s an event showcasing some of what’s manufactured right here in our own backyard.
It’s an event showcasing some of what’s manufactured right here in our own backyard.
Missing child alert canceled after Tampa girl found safe
A Florida Missing Child Alert has been canceled after an 11-year-old Tampa girl was found and is said to be safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and Tampa police.
A Florida Missing Child Alert has been canceled after an 11-year-old Tampa girl was found and is said to be safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and Tampa police.
New indoor pickleball facility coming to Ybor City's Gas Worx District
On Tuesday, the Tampa Pickleball Crew, led by co-founders Susan Forsyth, Jennifer Plummer, Dr. Dené Williamson, and Kayla Goldman announced that Tampa’s Gas Worx mixed-use development will be home to a 28,000-square-foot indoor pickleball club.
On Tuesday, the Tampa Pickleball Crew, led by co-founders Susan Forsyth, Jennifer Plummer, Dr. Dené Williamson, and Kayla Goldman announced that Tampa’s Gas Worx mixed-use development will be home to a 28,000-square-foot indoor pickleball club.
Hillsborough leaders look to Wimauma for future plans as county's population continues to grow
Hillsborough County leaders have their eyes on Wimauma as the county’s population grows. They’re planning for what the unincorporated city will look like and should look like for the future.
Hillsborough County leaders have their eyes on Wimauma as the county’s population grows. They’re planning for what the unincorporated city will look like and should look like for the future.
Second trial against ice cream man Michael Keetly accused in double-murder begins
Prosecutors say the ice cream man wanted revenge when he shot six innocent men. Defense attorneys say he never shot anyone.
Prosecutors say the ice cream man wanted revenge when he shot six innocent men. Defense attorneys say he never shot anyone.
Strawberry Crest baseball player preparing for MLB Draft
Strawberry Crest shortstop Arjun Nimmala is about to hit it big. The 17-year-old is on Major League Baseball's draft radar. He's talked with all 30 teams.
Strawberry Crest shortstop Arjun Nimmala is about to hit it big. The 17-year-old is on Major League Baseball's draft radar. He's talked with all 30 teams.