Semi-truck catches fire on I-75 in Hillsborough County

FHP Troopers and fire rescue personnel extinguished a fire on a semi-truck traveling south on I-75 in Hillsborough County Saturday morning. 

Bay area non-profit hosts special event to call for an end to gun violence

Saturday, Bay Area leaders, including Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and State Attorney Suzy Lopez, came together at Ragan Park for a special event hosted by the non-profit Rise Up For Peace to call for an end to gun violence.

Two injured in lightning strike at  USF Track & Field event

A nine-year-old girl and a 40-year-old woman have been hospitalized after being struck by lightning at USF.

Tampa non-profit helps woman afford car

A Tampa-based non-profit called “Wheels of Success" helps people in need get cars.

3-year-old dies after wandering out of apartment and onto road

Early Thursday morning, a 3-year-old diagnosed with autism snuck out of his family's apartment and tragically wandered onto Sheldon Road. 

Tampa Tarpons pitcher enjoying pro ball in hometown

Sean Hermann used to sit in the seats at George Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. Now, Steinbrenner Field isn't where Hermann comes to relax, but to work.

Lanes close in Tampa for water main break repairs

City officials announced the closure of all eastbound lanes on East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard between North 22nd Street and North 24th Street in Tampa.

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park offer summer fun for residents and visitors

Beginning on Friday, families will find an urban oasis of shade and activities for all ages at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park along the Tampa Riverwalk.

Man captured, tortured in Russia celebrates birthday with Tampa volunteers who saved him

A man who was saved from a Russian captors days before his rescuers say he was set to be executed, celebrated his 29th birthday with a surprise party thrown by those who saved his life.

Rowdies coach, Neill Collins, departs for Barnsley FC job

An ordinary Rowdies training session Thursday morning ended in an unusual way, with hugs, handshakes and farewells.

FHP: 1 killed in multi-vehicle crash that snarled traffic on I-4 for hours

One person is dead and three others suffered minor injuries in a multi-vehicle crash that closed a portion of I-4 westbound in Plant City for hours on Thursday. 

FHP: Plant City man dies in highway crash, SUV overturned

A Plant City man died after crashing into another car while trying to merge on State Road 60 according to the Florida Highway Patrol.