YouTube docuseries profiling several Tampa Bay area tattoo artists

A docuseries on YouTube is featuring the stories of several tattoo artists in the Tampa Bay area. The 10-episode series, "Skin Deep", profiles tattoo artists around the country.

Murder charges downgraded as drug dealer takes plea deal

A jury panel had been assembled to begin selection for the second murder trial for Altwain Carlisle on Tuesday morning when he and his attorney announced to the court that Carlisle wished to change his plea to a "best interest plea" on the three drug counts.

HCSO Sheriff Chad Chronister claims 6 accused in academic cheating scandal ‘paid with their careers’

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said no stone was left unturned as his agency’s internal affairs team investigated allegations of academic cheating that left six high-level officials without a job. 

Future home of Grow Financial topped-out in Gasworx

The developers of the 50-acre Gasworx residential and office community adjacent to the Ybor City Historic District marked a milestone Monday.

Latin-inspired chef makes meal prep easy

Alimento is a small business dedicated to serving their customers with healthy and delicious meal options. 

Motorcyclist taken to the hospital after Tampa crash

A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital after a crash on Manhattan Avenue South and Bay to Bay Boulevard in Tampa, officers said. 

More than 30,000 attend Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Tampa

Saturday morning in Tampa, a sea of pink took over the streets around Raymond James Stadium as more than 30,000 people participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. 

Mother shares story of loss for National Drug Take Back Day

One Tampa Bay mother is sharing the story of her son's deadly overdose, in hopes of raising awareness ahead of National Drug Take Back Day.

Tampa Jewish Family Services opens new food pantry to meet growing need amid government shutdown

With many families worried about how a possible government shutdown could affect their food assistance, Tampa Jewish Family Services opened a new food pantry on Friday to meet the growing need.

Illegal immigrant accused of choking, punching trooper in Tampa

An illegal immigrant is being held without bond in Hillsborough County after a trooper says he punched and choked him as he was being detained. 

USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergencies

Researchers at the University of South Florida are teaching robots to "speak" visually, a breakthrough that could change how emergency crews communicate when traditional systems fail.

Two-time breast cancer survivor, former Miss Florida USA advocates for cancer patients

Kristen Berset had it all. Crowned Miss Florida USA 2004, top 10 in the Miss USA pageant and on her way to her dream career as a TV news anchor, but a breast cancer diagnosis stopped her in her tracks and that's why she is encouraging all women to know the warning signs. 

Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit 2025

Students, professionals, and anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system can gain insight into how it operates during the Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit.