Tampa City Council's Orlando Gudes says he will step down as chairman amid sexual harassment report
Chairman Orlando Gudes said he will file a motion to step down as chairman, but plans to remain on the city council. His announcement came Thursday as Tampa City Council met for the first time since a report detailing troubling accusations against him went public.
Chairman Orlando Gudes said he will file a motion to step down as chairman, but plans to remain on the city council. His announcement came Thursday as Tampa City Council met for the first time since a report detailing troubling accusations against him went public.
Florida’s first women's psychiatric hospital to open in Tampa
Gracepoint Wellness announced plans for the state's first women's neuropsychiatric hospital. The nonprofit’s chief operating officer said there was a growing demand for this kind of care.
Gracepoint Wellness announced plans for the state's first women's neuropsychiatric hospital. The nonprofit’s chief operating officer said there was a growing demand for this kind of care.
Tampa judge denies proposal to issue refunds for Hillsborough County transportation tax
The final order said there is no legal basis for the court to issue refunds for the $562 million collected by a penny sales tax in Hillsborough County.
The final order said there is no legal basis for the court to issue refunds for the $562 million collected by a penny sales tax in Hillsborough County.
Retired Tampa police officer arrested on 100 counts of child pornography, TPD chief says
A retired Tampa police officer was arrested on 100 counts of child pornography. He worked with the department's sex crimes unit before retiring in 2015, according to TPD Chief Mary O'Connor.
A retired Tampa police officer was arrested on 100 counts of child pornography. He worked with the department's sex crimes unit before retiring in 2015, according to TPD Chief Mary O'Connor.
Bruce Arians steps aside as Bucs head coach, defensive coordinator Todd Bowles to take over
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Touchdown to TikTok: Former Bucs quarterback gains following as trick shot star
Former Bucs quarterback Brad Johnson has gained a sizable following on TikTok doing trick shots. Many of his followers are a bit too young to remember him in his Bucs hay-day.
Former Bucs quarterback Brad Johnson has gained a sizable following on TikTok doing trick shots. Many of his followers are a bit too young to remember him in his Bucs hay-day.
Sarasota County school guidelines on gender issues under review as new law is signed
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Retired Tampa police chief wants city councilman to step down amid mounting harassment allegations
Tampa's retired police chief, Brian Dugan, joined the growing chorus of voices Wednesday, calling for City Council Chair Orlando Gudes to resign following a series of harassment allegations.
Tampa's retired police chief, Brian Dugan, joined the growing chorus of voices Wednesday, calling for City Council Chair Orlando Gudes to resign following a series of harassment allegations.
'My entire soul was crushed': Children speak in resentencing of man convicted of killing Tampa couple
The convicted double murderer is getting a do-over in his murder sentence after a US Supreme Court decision ruling all death penalty verdicts need to be unanimous. William Deparvine's wasn't.
The convicted double murderer is getting a do-over in his murder sentence after a US Supreme Court decision ruling all death penalty verdicts need to be unanimous. William Deparvine's wasn't.
Officials give glimpse into new project with 22-mile trail for bikers, pedestrians
Transportation officials said the Green ARTery project would give pedestrians and bicyclists a safe 22-mile trail along the Hillsborough River.
Transportation officials said the Green ARTery project would give pedestrians and bicyclists a safe 22-mile trail along the Hillsborough River.
Am I having a heart attack? Doctor warns signs, symptoms may be subtle
Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and being able to get help early is crucial to surviving the cardiovascular event.
Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and being able to get help early is crucial to surviving the cardiovascular event.
Hillsborough County teacher arrested for child pornography, deputies say
A Hillsborough County school teacher is facing child pornography charges after allegedly uploading images to his email account.
A Hillsborough County school teacher is facing child pornography charges after allegedly uploading images to his email account.
Red Flag Warning issued as fire risk increases around Tampa Bay
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.
Local veterans mark Vietnam War Veterans Day more than 60 years later
The Vietnam War has been called on of the most painful chapters in American history. Local veterans reflect on Vietnam War Veterans Day
The Vietnam War has been called on of the most painful chapters in American history. Local veterans reflect on Vietnam War Veterans Day
Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor lays out 4 goals for TPD
Mary O'Connor's appointment to the top spot of TPD was one of the most contentious in the history of the police department, but now she’s one of three female leaders in one of the few major US cities with women at the top of their respective ranks.
Mary O'Connor's appointment to the top spot of TPD was one of the most contentious in the history of the police department, but now she’s one of three female leaders in one of the few major US cities with women at the top of their respective ranks.
Local Ukrainians react to peace talks with Russia
The two countries are continuing dialogue and as Russia - despite US doubts - pledged to reduce its presence in Kyiv.
The two countries are continuing dialogue and as Russia - despite US doubts - pledged to reduce its presence in Kyiv.
'Forgotten Angels' helps young people aging out of foster care
Young people caught between childhood and adulthood can face a crisis as they age out of foster care.
Young people caught between childhood and adulthood can face a crisis as they age out of foster care.
Man takes plea deal in roommate's death over gun vs. knives debate
Neil Gallagher was charged with manslaughter in his roommate's death in Temple Terrace. The two men were simulating a combat to see who would win in a knife versus gun fight.
Neil Gallagher was charged with manslaughter in his roommate's death in Temple Terrace. The two men were simulating a combat to see who would win in a knife versus gun fight.
Straz Center summer camps offering performing arts students creative inspiration
The Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for Performing Arts is hosting summer camps for students of any age and level who have a passion for performing arts.
The Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for Performing Arts is hosting summer camps for students of any age and level who have a passion for performing arts.
Tampa City Council chairman Orlando Gudes faces 19 accusations in sexual harassment probe
Tampa City Council chairman Orlando Gudes has been "credibly" accused of harassing a female employee, according to the findings of an outside investigation commissioned by the city.
Tampa City Council chairman Orlando Gudes has been "credibly" accused of harassing a female employee, according to the findings of an outside investigation commissioned by the city.