Riverview man pleads guilty to pushing police in Capitol riot
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to pushing Capitol Police officers to create an opening for other rioters to get through. He is facing up to 16 years in prison.
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to pushing Capitol Police officers to create an opening for other rioters to get through. He is facing up to 16 years in prison.
Travelers left to deal with canceled, delayed flights with challenges expected to continue
Passengers dealt with thousands of canceled or delayed flights over the last several days, and major airlines said the challenges likely won’t ease up anytime soon.
Passengers dealt with thousands of canceled or delayed flights over the last several days, and major airlines said the challenges likely won’t ease up anytime soon.
Second suspect charged for murder at Tampa's IQ Apartments
One week after a first suspect was arrested, a second man -- Demon Speed -- has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a man at Tampa's IQ Apartments.
One week after a first suspect was arrested, a second man -- Demon Speed -- has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a man at Tampa's IQ Apartments.
Florida WWII veteran dies 2 months after 100th birthday, leaving legacy of love for God, family, country
Two months after celebrating his 100th birthday, World War II veteran Carl Dekle passed away early Wednesday morning in Plant City. The Silver Star recipient wrote his own obituary before he died: "Once a Marine, always a Marine," it began. "His desires are to be known for love of his God, Love for his family, Love for his country and the great State of Florida.”
Two months after celebrating his 100th birthday, World War II veteran Carl Dekle passed away early Wednesday morning in Plant City. The Silver Star recipient wrote his own obituary before he died: "Once a Marine, always a Marine," it began. "His desires are to be known for love of his God, Love for his family, Love for his country and the great State of Florida.”
Andrew Warren likely to be reinstated after Governor DeSantis 'hijacked' job, constitutional lawyer predicts
Fired by Governor Ron DeSantis nearly a week ago, ousted Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren is now preparing to mount a legal fight to get his job back.
Fired by Governor Ron DeSantis nearly a week ago, ousted Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren is now preparing to mount a legal fight to get his job back.
'HITS! The Musical' to cast 22 young superstars in Tampa
A new Broadway-style show is drawing some of the most talented young superstars in the country to Tampa this week.
A new Broadway-style show is drawing some of the most talented young superstars in the country to Tampa this week.
Health officials urge caution after blue-green algae reported on Hillsborough River
Blue-green algae is common in Florida's freshwater environments. It can make people and pets sick and can negatively impact the surrounding ecosystem.
Blue-green algae is common in Florida's freshwater environments. It can make people and pets sick and can negatively impact the surrounding ecosystem.
First day of school arrives in Hillsborough County as district juggles teacher deficit
Hillsborough County begins the first day of school with a new academy in Apollo Beach to help address overcrowding issues. Meanwhile, across the district, there are still hundreds of open teacher positions.
Hillsborough County begins the first day of school with a new academy in Apollo Beach to help address overcrowding issues. Meanwhile, across the district, there are still hundreds of open teacher positions.
Olivia Newton-John played 'instrumental' role as advocate for Moffitt Cancer Center
"Grease" actress Olivia Newton-John, 73, died Monday after a long journey with breast cancer. The singer and actress was an outspoken advocate for health awareness, and it's what connected her to Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa.
"Grease" actress Olivia Newton-John, 73, died Monday after a long journey with breast cancer. The singer and actress was an outspoken advocate for health awareness, and it's what connected her to Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa.
Temple Terrace Library program helps jump start children's education
Libraries can start a child's love for learning at an early age, and local library's program is helping jump start children's education.
Libraries can start a child's love for learning at an early age, and local library's program is helping jump start children's education.
Grand Prix Tampa items head to auction after business permanently closes
Go-karts, pool tables, and prizes from the arcade will head to an auction after Grand Prix Tampa closed for good last week.
Go-karts, pool tables, and prizes from the arcade will head to an auction after Grand Prix Tampa closed for good last week.
'Back to basics': Newly-appointed Hillsborough state attorney sets new tone with policy rollbacks coming soon
Acting Hillsborough State Attorney Susan Lopez is not wasting any time making her mark in her new role. She plans to roll back certain policies her predecessor Andrew Warren had in place.
Acting Hillsborough State Attorney Susan Lopez is not wasting any time making her mark in her new role. She plans to roll back certain policies her predecessor Andrew Warren had in place.
Blue-green algae bloom reported on Hillsborough River, health officials say
A health alert was issued Tuesday after a blue-green algae bloom was found on the Hillsborough River, local health officials said.
A health alert was issued Tuesday after a blue-green algae bloom was found on the Hillsborough River, local health officials said.
Tampa opens new fire rescue station amid booming Sulphur Springs population
Many Tampa firefighters are working even harder to keep up with demand – and are desperate for relief – as Tampa's population continues to expand.
Many Tampa firefighters are working even harder to keep up with demand – and are desperate for relief – as Tampa's population continues to expand.
Teachers turn to online fundraising for back to school items paid for out-of-pocket
While teachers across Tampa Bay race to check items off their back to school lists, many of them are struggling more than ever to pay out of pocket and turning to online fundraisers for help.
While teachers across Tampa Bay race to check items off their back to school lists, many of them are struggling more than ever to pay out of pocket and turning to online fundraisers for help.
'Everybody should be angry': Andrew Warren prepares to fight back against governor's suspension
It's been four days since Andrew Warren's bombshell suspension by Governor Ron DeSantis as Hillsborough County's top prosecutor. Now, Warren is more determined and defiant as ever.
It's been four days since Andrew Warren's bombshell suspension by Governor Ron DeSantis as Hillsborough County's top prosecutor. Now, Warren is more determined and defiant as ever.
Son of East Bay Bucs coach who passed away starts scholarship in father's name
In his more than 20 years coaching football on the East Bay Buccaneers sidelines, Frank Ortega impacted many lives. He left a long-lasting legacy, and his son has made it his mission to carry on.
In his more than 20 years coaching football on the East Bay Buccaneers sidelines, Frank Ortega impacted many lives. He left a long-lasting legacy, and his son has made it his mission to carry on.
Hillsborough back to school event held for Cuban immigrants with 20,000 expected in classrooms this year
A record number of Cubans are leaving their country because of poverty and the political situation there. The Hillsborough County school district is planning for as many as 20,000 Cuban families to come to Tampa.
A record number of Cubans are leaving their country because of poverty and the political situation there. The Hillsborough County school district is planning for as many as 20,000 Cuban families to come to Tampa.
2022 Florida Primary: Early voting begins in Hillsborough County — here's what to know
Early voting begins for Hillsborough County voters. Here's what to know before you head to the polls.
Early voting begins for Hillsborough County voters. Here's what to know before you head to the polls.
Scotty Miller is the Bucs perennial underdog
Bucs wide receiver Scotty Miller is entering his fourth season in the NFL.
Bucs wide receiver Scotty Miller is entering his fourth season in the NFL.