Beach Park Tampa development: Residents oppose proposed 11-story tower

A proposed mixed-use tower is drawing mounting pushback from homeowners in Beach Park, who argue the project would overwhelm their local streets. Neighbors are organizing petitions and public campaigns asking city officials to scale back the project ahead of an upcoming public hearing.

TGH blood drone delivery program to launch in Hillsborough County

Tampa General Hospital is partnering with local emergency organizations to launch a blood drone delivery program in Hillsborough County. The initiative could begin as early as October. 

Tampa rescue team: Firefighters recognized for Venezuela earthquake response

Three Tampa Fire Rescue firefighters were honored Friday after risking their lives in Venezuela to search through rubble and rescue survivors following two major June earthquakes. 

Family of Gandy Blvd. murder victim pleaded with Gov. DeSantis to sign death warrant

Nearly forty years after a man was sentenced to death for a killing along Gandy Blvd., daughters of the victim are begging the governor to finally sign a death warrant.

Tampa General strengthens hurricane defenses with AquaFence upgrades

With hurricane season underway, Tampa General Hospital is reinforcing its defenses against flooding and storm surge on its Davis Islands campus.

Hillsborough's Back 2 School Bash to give away thousands of free backpacks, supplies

Volunteers are assembly-lining thousands of free back-to-school backpacks at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds to help local families prepare for the upcoming school year.

Canadian woman arrested, accused of having 12 fraudulent IDs during Tampa traffic stop: HCSO

A Canadian woman was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say they found 12 fraudulent ID cards with her photo but different names and dates of birth during a traffic stop.

Suspected burglar accused of reaching for crowbar during fight with Hillsborough deputies: HCSO

A suspected burglar was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say a suspicious person call at a Publix parking lot led to a man fighting with law enforcement and the discovery of a crowbar and other tools.

Lakeland cockfighting arrest: Traffic stop leads to charges against Plant City man

A routine traffic stop in Lakeland on Monday led to the arrest of a 38-year-old man after officers said they discovered marijuana and gear used for organized cockfighting inside his vehicle. 

Mahjong Tampa Bay: Centuries-old tile game gains popularity across local spots

A centuries-old Chinese tile game is drawing crowd after crowd across the Tampa Bay area as local enthusiasts gather to build community and master strategy.

90-year-old credits volunteering for keeping her healthy, fit: 'The heart feels good'

A 90-year-old Hillsborough County woman is proving that age is just a number as she continues to volunteer and pack meals for thousands of community members each month.

City of Tampa upgrades stormwater equipment to help prevent flooding

The City of Tampa is upgrading its stormwater equipment with a new Spyder machine designed to expedite ditch clearing and maintain its stormwater system.