Man dies after early morning altercation in Seffner: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide early Sunday morning in Seffner.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide early Sunday morning in Seffner.
Tampa community rallies to rebuild Dr. Walter L. Smith Library and Museum after major Hurricane Milton damage
Hurricane Milton tore the roof off the historic Dr. Walter L. Smith Library and Museum, leaving behind collapsed ceilings and major damage, but its mission is far from over.
Hurricane Milton tore the roof off the historic Dr. Walter L. Smith Library and Museum, leaving behind collapsed ceilings and major damage, but its mission is far from over.
Salad as fast food is a simple healthy option in South Tampa
In December, the Just Salad trend opened in South Tampa on West Neptune Street. They bring fresh foods with fun flavors into the healthy lane for lunchgoers and those seeking a delicious dinner option. That is all packaged in a quick service restaurant for dining in or take out.
In December, the Just Salad trend opened in South Tampa on West Neptune Street. They bring fresh foods with fun flavors into the healthy lane for lunchgoers and those seeking a delicious dinner option. That is all packaged in a quick service restaurant for dining in or take out.
Tampa nonprofit rescues American couple from cartel area in Mexico: 'We were afraid'
A couple from the Chicago area visiting family in Mexico were rescued Friday from a cartel region with the help of a Tampa nonprofit.
A couple from the Chicago area visiting family in Mexico were rescued Friday from a cartel region with the help of a Tampa nonprofit.
Metro Ministries Girl Scout troop empowers girls experiencing homelessness
Metro Ministries in Tampa has a Girl Scout Troop for girls experiencing homelessness and those at risk.
Metro Ministries in Tampa has a Girl Scout Troop for girls experiencing homelessness and those at risk.
Florida man accused of manipulating Winn-Dixie self-checkouts, stealing nearly $10K in groceries over 8 months
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says they have caught the man responsible for manipulating self-checkouts at several Winn-Dixie locations across the county over the past eight months.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says they have caught the man responsible for manipulating self-checkouts at several Winn-Dixie locations across the county over the past eight months.
Bay Area men killed, another injured after Cuban military opens fire on boat near coast
Three men from the Bay Area are being called heroes by local anti-communist organizers after they were fired upon by the Cuban military.
Three men from the Bay Area are being called heroes by local anti-communist organizers after they were fired upon by the Cuban military.
3rd suspect arrested months after Riverview woman found murdered and dumped in Weedon Island Nature Preserve
A third suspect connected to the August murder of a 42-year-old Riverview woman has been arrested.
A third suspect connected to the August murder of a 42-year-old Riverview woman has been arrested.
Counterfeit car seats being sold through unauthorized retailers: TPD
The Tampa Police Department is warning parents and caregivers of counterfeit car seats found in Tampa.
The Tampa Police Department is warning parents and caregivers of counterfeit car seats found in Tampa.
Monster Jam roars through Tampa this weekend
Raymond James Stadium will be roaring this weekend, as Monster Jam comes to town. The two-day event will feature male and female drivers performing stunts and racing in 12,000-pound trucks.
Raymond James Stadium will be roaring this weekend, as Monster Jam comes to town. The two-day event will feature male and female drivers performing stunts and racing in 12,000-pound trucks.
New calculator shows what Florida’s proposed property tax cuts could do to your bill
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Bob Henriquez’s office launched a new Proposed Tax Legislation Estimator Thursday, giving homeowners a way to plug in their property and see estimated outcomes under multiple property tax proposals being debated in Tallahassee.
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Bob Henriquez’s office launched a new Proposed Tax Legislation Estimator Thursday, giving homeowners a way to plug in their property and see estimated outcomes under multiple property tax proposals being debated in Tallahassee.
Free disaster kits handed out to Tampa residents ahead of 2026 hurricane season
It’s early to be thinking about disaster preparedness, but many communities are still rebuilding after Milton and Helene in 2024. A nonprofit helped make sure Tampa residents jumpstart their readiness with free kits.
It’s early to be thinking about disaster preparedness, but many communities are still rebuilding after Milton and Helene in 2024. A nonprofit helped make sure Tampa residents jumpstart their readiness with free kits.
Former Leto High School teacher arrested for 'inappropriate conduct' with student: HCSO
A former Tampa high school teacher has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in "inappropriate conduct" with a student on campus, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A former Tampa high school teacher has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in "inappropriate conduct" with a student on campus, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Tampa's Gasparilla Festival of the Arts showcases work of emerging artists
For 15 emerging artists, this weekend's Gasparilla Festival of the Arts represents the chance for thousands to see their work.
For 15 emerging artists, this weekend's Gasparilla Festival of the Arts represents the chance for thousands to see their work.
Local painters help Valrico nonprofit working to open its first transitional home for young women
The nonprofit, Forgotten Angels, is working to open its first transitional home in Valrico dedicated entirely to young women aging out of foster care, at-risk, or facing homelessness.
The nonprofit, Forgotten Angels, is working to open its first transitional home in Valrico dedicated entirely to young women aging out of foster care, at-risk, or facing homelessness.
River O’Green returns to Tampa: Here’s what to know
Tampa’s Hillsborough River will once again be turning green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Tampa’s Hillsborough River will once again be turning green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Hillsborough school district expanding vaping detector program to all high schools
The Hillsborough County School District is stepping up its crackdown on vaping by installing detectors in every high school across the county.
The Hillsborough County School District is stepping up its crackdown on vaping by installing detectors in every high school across the county.
Tampa’s Black History Museum seeks community donations ahead of 2027 opening
As Black History Month comes to a close, work is already well underway on a lasting tribute to the community’s legacy: the Tampa Black History Museum.
As Black History Month comes to a close, work is already well underway on a lasting tribute to the community’s legacy: the Tampa Black History Museum.
Tampa athlete hosting 60K to benefit St. Joseph's Children's Hospital
For the second year in a row, Jovany Ruiz, an athlete in the Tampa Bay area, is bringing fitness to his community. He is hosting the "St. Joseph's Community Race," a free 5K race for families and kids to come together to help support children receiving treatment at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.
For the second year in a row, Jovany Ruiz, an athlete in the Tampa Bay area, is bringing fitness to his community. He is hosting the "St. Joseph's Community Race," a free 5K race for families and kids to come together to help support children receiving treatment at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.
Tampa crime drops in 2025, outpacing national trend: TPD
The Tampa Police Department’s 2025 annual report shows crime trending down across nearly every major category in the city.
The Tampa Police Department’s 2025 annual report shows crime trending down across nearly every major category in the city.