Tampa smoke shop owner accused of buying narcotics on dark web busted after overdose death: Sheriff
The owner of two Tampa smoke shops is accused of using cryptocurrency to buy narcotics on the dark web and selling them in the Bay Area.
The owner of two Tampa smoke shops is accused of using cryptocurrency to buy narcotics on the dark web and selling them in the Bay Area.
Airline CEOs urge Congress to pay TSA workers during partial government shutdown
As we continue this partial government shutdown, one of the areas most impacted is the aviation space, especially TSA. In fact, a group of airline executives are calling on congress to support TSA workers better as they are receiving zero dollar paychecks, receiving nothing.
As we continue this partial government shutdown, one of the areas most impacted is the aviation space, especially TSA. In fact, a group of airline executives are calling on congress to support TSA workers better as they are receiving zero dollar paychecks, receiving nothing.
Local expert weighs in on military plane crash tied to MacDill Airforce Base that killed 6 service members
It was a KC 135 Strato-Tanker that went down over western Iraq on Thursday, killing six service members.
It was a KC 135 Strato-Tanker that went down over western Iraq on Thursday, killing six service members.
Socotra Yemeni Coffee Company brings historic coffee beans to Temple Terrace
Socotra Yemeni Coffee Company in Temple Terrace offers coffee lovers a chance to experience not only fresh roasted coffee, but Yemeni coffee beans that are from the birthplace of the brewed coffee industry.
Socotra Yemeni Coffee Company in Temple Terrace offers coffee lovers a chance to experience not only fresh roasted coffee, but Yemeni coffee beans that are from the birthplace of the brewed coffee industry.
Citrus Park man arrested on drug charges after police officer fires gunshot during chase: TPD
A Citrus Park man is facing drug-related charges after a police officer fired a gunshot at him during a chase in the Hyde Park area Saturday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A Citrus Park man is facing drug-related charges after a police officer fired a gunshot at him during a chase in the Hyde Park area Saturday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Florida's extreme drought continues: Tips on how to protect your plants
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Tampa police officer recovering after being hit by car while directing traffic near Raymond James Stadium: TPD
A sergeant with the Tampa Police Department is recovering after reportedly being hit by a vehicle while directing traffic following a concert near Raymond James Stadium early Sunday morning.
A sergeant with the Tampa Police Department is recovering after reportedly being hit by a vehicle while directing traffic following a concert near Raymond James Stadium early Sunday morning.
Man dies, woman injured after being found shot inside vehicle in Ruskin: HCSO
Detectives are investigating a shooting in Apollo Beach that left a man dead and a woman injured early Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say the victims were later found inside a vehicle in a ditch in Ruskin.
Detectives are investigating a shooting in Apollo Beach that left a man dead and a woman injured early Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say the victims were later found inside a vehicle in a ditch in Ruskin.
MacDill Air Force Base announces the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron
In a news release put out Saturday evening, MacDill Air Force Base announced it is devastated by the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron.
In a news release put out Saturday evening, MacDill Air Force Base announced it is devastated by the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron.
Moffitt Cancer Center offers free skin cancer screenings in Tampa: Here's where they're offered
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.
Tampa's River O'Green event turns Hillsborough River bright green as thousands celebrate
Thousands gathered at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Saturday as the Hillsborough River turned bright green to kick off Tampa’s annual River O’Green St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Thousands gathered at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Saturday as the Hillsborough River turned bright green to kick off Tampa’s annual River O’Green St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Plant City High School student accused of bringing gun to campus, robbing classmates: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a 16-year-old student accused of bringing a gun onto campus and robbing classmates at Plant City High School.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a 16-year-old student accused of bringing a gun onto campus and robbing classmates at Plant City High School.
Indian fusion restaurant offers flavors from the north and the south all on one menu
Copper Indian Cuisine brings recipes from Delhi to Mumbai all right here in Tampa's Westchase area.
Copper Indian Cuisine brings recipes from Delhi to Mumbai all right here in Tampa's Westchase area.
Seniors served more than 1.2 million meals in 2025 as National Nutrition Month highlights community impact
As National Nutrition Month spotlights the theme "Food Connects Us," local leaders say that message is playing out every day at senior meal sites across Hillsborough County.
As National Nutrition Month spotlights the theme "Food Connects Us," local leaders say that message is playing out every day at senior meal sites across Hillsborough County.
Proposed Two Rivers Ranch development could bring thousands of homes to northeast Hillsborough County
A proposed development could bring thousands of new homes to northeast unincorporated Hillsborough County, drawing pushback from nearby residents.
A proposed development could bring thousands of new homes to northeast unincorporated Hillsborough County, drawing pushback from nearby residents.
Don’t rely on luck: How to survive Tampa’s seven-event Saturday
In no time, downtown Tampa will be packed for River O'Green and the St. Patrick's Day parade, but it is not just the holiday taking this city by storm, there will be sports and shows converging for one big weekend.
In no time, downtown Tampa will be packed for River O'Green and the St. Patrick's Day parade, but it is not just the holiday taking this city by storm, there will be sports and shows converging for one big weekend.
Three boats damaged after fire at Tampa Yacht and Country Club: Officials
Three vessels at the Tampa Yacht and Country Club were damaged after one caught fire Friday evening, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Three vessels at the Tampa Yacht and Country Club were damaged after one caught fire Friday evening, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Carrollwood Cultural Center exhibition spotlights the use of light in art
Whether it's sunlight, indoor lights or abstract lights, they are all highlighted at Carrollwood Cultural Center's "The Color of Light" exhibition.
Whether it's sunlight, indoor lights or abstract lights, they are all highlighted at Carrollwood Cultural Center's "The Color of Light" exhibition.
Patrols increase at Tampa Bay synagogues and holocaust museum following Michigan attack
An attack at a synagogue in Michigan is renewing concerns about safety at places of worship across the country.
An attack at a synagogue in Michigan is renewing concerns about safety at places of worship across the country.
Tampa Bay area shops saving fabric hunters after JOANN closures: 'Mighty in a little, small spot'
A big corporation can often put the small shops out of business, but when JOANN Fabrics and Crafts closed its doors for good across the country last year, it allowed small businesses to fill that gap for crafters and sewers.
A big corporation can often put the small shops out of business, but when JOANN Fabrics and Crafts closed its doors for good across the country last year, it allowed small businesses to fill that gap for crafters and sewers.



















