FHP: Driver thrown from vehicle dies in Hillsborough County crash
Florida Highway Patrol troopers said a driver died after being thrown from a car and run over by a box truck in Hillsborough County on Monday.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers said a driver died after being thrown from a car and run over by a box truck in Hillsborough County on Monday.
New bamboo fence at Raymond James Stadium to deter curb jumping, benefit the environment
A fence doesn’t have to look like a fence. That’s what one Tampa sustainability company is proving after planting dozens of bamboo and other bushes along the southern portion of Raymond James Stadium.
A fence doesn’t have to look like a fence. That’s what one Tampa sustainability company is proving after planting dozens of bamboo and other bushes along the southern portion of Raymond James Stadium.
Man dead after fiery I-75 crash in Hillsborough County, troopers say
A man is dead after a fiery I-75 crash near Big Bend Road in Hillsborough County Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A man is dead after a fiery I-75 crash near Big Bend Road in Hillsborough County Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Brandon man helps neighbors evacuate after home catches fire twice following storm
Hillsborough County firefighters responded to a Brandon home twice within a day after a storm swept through Sunday evening.
Hillsborough County firefighters responded to a Brandon home twice within a day after a storm swept through Sunday evening.
Moffitt's 'Mole Patrol' offers free skin cancer screenings
Moffitt Cancer Center hosted a "Mole Patrol" Sunday morning at Gadsden Park, where people could get screened for skin cancer for free.
Moffitt Cancer Center hosted a "Mole Patrol" Sunday morning at Gadsden Park, where people could get screened for skin cancer for free.
4th annual Sunshine Bowl raises money for Special Olympics Florida
Dozens of flag football teams from across the state came together at Raymond James Stadium Saturday to compete in the 4th Annual Sunshine Bowl to raise money for Special Olympics Florida.
Dozens of flag football teams from across the state came together at Raymond James Stadium Saturday to compete in the 4th Annual Sunshine Bowl to raise money for Special Olympics Florida.
‘It never gets old’: Teen rollercoaster enthusiasts take on Busch Gardens’ Iron Gwazi hundreds of times
A Busch Gardens rollercoaster gives two teens a thrill that never gets old.
A Busch Gardens rollercoaster gives two teens a thrill that never gets old.
Tourist dies after falling from Tampa hotel
The Tampa Police Department is investigating after a woman was killed after falling from the fifth floor of a hotel.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating after a woman was killed after falling from the fifth floor of a hotel.
Former Tampa crime prevention program under investigation by Department of Justice
Under the "Crime Free" program, an arrest in a shooting like that would have triggered a notice to an apartment complex landlord that the culprit was living there. But 90% of 1,100 people flagged by the program were Black, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) said they will figure out whether the program effectively "made unavailable or denied housing units" to Black tenants.
Under the "Crime Free" program, an arrest in a shooting like that would have triggered a notice to an apartment complex landlord that the culprit was living there. But 90% of 1,100 people flagged by the program were Black, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) said they will figure out whether the program effectively "made unavailable or denied housing units" to Black tenants.
Man who bit Hillsborough County deputy dead, may have been victim of crime, HCSO says
A suspect who bit a Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputy Thursday morning is now dead, according to officials. Investigators said they have reason to believe the man may have been a victim of a crime before his interactions with law enforcement.
A suspect who bit a Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputy Thursday morning is now dead, according to officials. Investigators said they have reason to believe the man may have been a victim of a crime before his interactions with law enforcement.
Man accused of posing as Uber driver, raping passenger, passes on plea deal
Gary Pyrus is charged with sexual battery and kidnapping after allegedly posing as a ride share driver and raping the woman who got into his car. He decided to go before a jury to answer for the charges.
Gary Pyrus is charged with sexual battery and kidnapping after allegedly posing as a ride share driver and raping the woman who got into his car. He decided to go before a jury to answer for the charges.
Local leaders spread red sand outside Hillsborough County courthouse for human trafficking victims
Hillsborough County and Tampa leaders brought attention to human trafficking by spreading red sand outside the courthouse. Leaders said they might be tiny grains of sand, but they hope to make a big statement against sex trafficking.
Hillsborough County and Tampa leaders brought attention to human trafficking by spreading red sand outside the courthouse. Leaders said they might be tiny grains of sand, but they hope to make a big statement against sex trafficking.
HCSO investigating fatal Valrico crash
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a crash near a Valrico elementary school that claimed at least one life Friday morning.
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a crash near a Valrico elementary school that claimed at least one life Friday morning.
USF researchers expand study to investigate link between gut health and Alzheimer's, dementia
Researchers with the University of South Florida are expanding a study to investigate the link between gut health and Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias.
Researchers with the University of South Florida are expanding a study to investigate the link between gut health and Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias.
Tampa Police Department to create program to support crime victims
The plans for the program were part of a broader discussion during Thursday’s City Council meeting about crime, its impact and prevention. Councilman Luis Viera asked for the session after an increase in violent crime last year. He said there needs to be more conversation around supporting victims of crime.
The plans for the program were part of a broader discussion during Thursday’s City Council meeting about crime, its impact and prevention. Councilman Luis Viera asked for the session after an increase in violent crime last year. He said there needs to be more conversation around supporting victims of crime.
Solar co-op launch offers affordable options for Hillsborough County residents, businesses
Hillsborough County representatives and solar non-profit groups met Thursday at Sweetwater Organic Community farm to announce the launch of solar co-op in the county.
Hillsborough County representatives and solar non-profit groups met Thursday at Sweetwater Organic Community farm to announce the launch of solar co-op in the county.
Tampa mom convicted of murdering ‘mouthy’ kids may plead insanity if given new trial
Julie Schenecker, a Tampa mother convicted of murdering her two teenage children, wants a do-over.
Julie Schenecker, a Tampa mother convicted of murdering her two teenage children, wants a do-over.
HCSO: Man on meth bites deputy
A Hillsborough County deputy is recovering after being bitten by a suspect she apprehended early Thursday morning.
A Hillsborough County deputy is recovering after being bitten by a suspect she apprehended early Thursday morning.
Tampa mother convicted of killing her two teen kids asks judge for new trial
Julie Schenecker was handed two life sentences for shooting and killing both of her children. Beau, who was 13 at the time, was shot in the family SUV while riding home with his mother. Calyx, who was 16, was then shot in her bedroom while she worked on homework.
Julie Schenecker was handed two life sentences for shooting and killing both of her children. Beau, who was 13 at the time, was shot in the family SUV while riding home with his mother. Calyx, who was 16, was then shot in her bedroom while she worked on homework.
Non-profit helps those with disabilities find work at businesses facing labor shortages
The non-profit helps place with all kinds of disabilities, and the agency can boast quite a roster of business partners. Publix, Walmart and Amazon have all worked with employU to fill open positions.
The non-profit helps place with all kinds of disabilities, and the agency can boast quite a roster of business partners. Publix, Walmart and Amazon have all worked with employU to fill open positions.