‘She knows our people’: Taylor Swift’s 3-day Eras Tour stop to bring in millions of fans to Tampa

Tampa continued its transformation into “Taylor Town" this Tuesday, as the city readies for an invasion of Taylor Swift fans. The pop icon is preparing to perform three sold-out concerts at Raymond James Stadium.

Pickup truck driver accused of hitting, killing middle schooler heading to trial

Jesus Navarro, 13, never made it home on the night of May 6, 2018. Prosecutors say he was walking on the shoulder of SR 574 towards Mott Road in Hillsborough County, when he was struck by a pickup truck. 

Taylor Swift invited to be mayor of Tampa Thursday, April 13

Swifties know Taylor's lucky number is 13, so it's only appropriate for Jane Castor to give up her seat and make Taylor Swift the mayor of Tampa on April 13, the same day Swift kicks off her 3-day "Eras Tour" concert stint at Raymond James Stadium.

Citizens Defending Freedom to challenge graphic novel “Assassination Classroom"

On Monday, the organization Citizens Defending Freedom announced that it will challenge the graphic novel "Assassination Classroom," which can be found in Florida middle schools.

Tampa police investigate fatal shooting

Police in Tampa are investigating after they say a man was shot and killed early Monday morning. 

Brush fire closes portion of Westshore Boulevard

A brush fire Monday morning forced a portion of Westshore Boulevard to close to motorists. 

The Incredible Duck Race returns to Tampa

Ten-thousand rubber ducks floated down the Hillsborough River Saturday afternoon, and it was all for charity. 

On eve of murder trial, prosecutors drop charge against accused killer

Two eyewitnesses and surveillance video were not enough evidence to make a murder charge stick. Prosecutors dropped the charge against defendant Carlos Knight who was accused of gunning down Tampa father Adam Riley two years ago.

Lutz man's dedication to helping community pays off, after 7 years

Resident Patrick Giambelluca wasn't willing to stand by and watch, as a major traffic danger loomed at the entrance to his neighborhood. It took years, but his determination to creating a safer community paid off.

FBI’s Tampa bureau, TPD look to recruit more women with 30x30 initiative

Hundreds of law enforcement agencies are participating in a nationwide initiative, including several agencies in Tampa. More than 200 law enforcement agencies are participating in the years-long 30x30 Initiative.

Grandmother sentenced for DUI crash that killed 10-month-old

Prosecutors say 10-month-old Harlem Mention never had a chance at life and her grandmother, Helen Mention, is to blame.

Officials warn of wildfire season with dry conditions continuing across Florida

Dry conditions across the state has Florida Forest Service officials raising red flags over this wildfire season, which they said is already off to a hot and early start.