Deputies searching for attempted sexual assault suspect who used stun gun on victim
Hillsborough County deputies are searching for a man who used a stun gun on a woman returning home after a trip to the grocery store and tried to rape her.
Hillsborough County deputies are searching for a man who used a stun gun on a woman returning home after a trip to the grocery store and tried to rape her.
Artist using salvaged patrol car parts in sculpture dedicated to fallen Tampa officer
A Bay Area artist is putting together a unique sculpture to honor fallen Tampa Police Officer Jesse Madsen.
A Bay Area artist is putting together a unique sculpture to honor fallen Tampa Police Officer Jesse Madsen.
‘I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy’: Mother of driver shot during road rage incident pleads for answers
The mother of an alleged aggressive driver who was shot in the face on I-275 is pleading with anyone who may have information about the shooter to come forward.
The mother of an alleged aggressive driver who was shot in the face on I-275 is pleading with anyone who may have information about the shooter to come forward.
Hillsborough County offers free pickleball lessons for veterans
Pickleball is simultaneously very popular and fairly unknown. For those new to pickleball, see how it's played and how it's helping veterans live better lives.
Pickleball is simultaneously very popular and fairly unknown. For those new to pickleball, see how it's played and how it's helping veterans live better lives.
School able to accommodate children battling cancer opens in Brandon
The 1 Voice Academy is designed to let kids be kids, even if they're going through cancer treatments.
The 1 Voice Academy is designed to let kids be kids, even if they're going through cancer treatments.
Fitness journey leads women to cherished friendship, lasting health
One woman's determination to lose weight led her to a friendship with someone who was already achieving the same goals, and their before-and-after photos are proof of their determination.
One woman's determination to lose weight led her to a friendship with someone who was already achieving the same goals, and their before-and-after photos are proof of their determination.
“They need the food we bring them every day,” Meals on Wheels pushes through challenges of rising gas prices
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to higher oil prices which have trickled down to the pump. According to AAA, gas prices are up 45 cents compared to last week and the price spike is impacting everyone, including charities like "Meals on Wheels of Tampa."
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to higher oil prices which have trickled down to the pump. According to AAA, gas prices are up 45 cents compared to last week and the price spike is impacting everyone, including charities like "Meals on Wheels of Tampa."
‘We’re helping them get their lives back’: AdventHealth Tampa helps COVID-19 long-haulers find relief
A program specializing in long-haul COVID-19 has helped a Carrollwood woman treat symptoms she developed months after recovering from the virus.
A program specializing in long-haul COVID-19 has helped a Carrollwood woman treat symptoms she developed months after recovering from the virus.
‘It’s like family’: Original Outback Steakhouse employee helps company celebrate 34 years
Exactly 34 years ago this month, an unknown Australian-themed restaurant opened the doors of its first location on Henderson Boulevard in Tampa. Now, it's grown into a billion-dollar brand we all know today as Outback Steakhouse, but it wouldn't have been possible without great staff from the start.
Exactly 34 years ago this month, an unknown Australian-themed restaurant opened the doors of its first location on Henderson Boulevard in Tampa. Now, it's grown into a billion-dollar brand we all know today as Outback Steakhouse, but it wouldn't have been possible without great staff from the start.
‘It was the worst night of my life’: TPD remembers fallen Officer Jesse Madsen 1 year after death
On Wednesday, Tampa police remembered Officer Jesse Madsen, who was killed in the line of duty one year ago.
On Wednesday, Tampa police remembered Officer Jesse Madsen, who was killed in the line of duty one year ago.
Florida contradicts CDC, says COVID-19 vaccine 'risks...may outweigh benefits' for some kids
The Florida Department of Health says some children may not benefit from COVID-19 vaccines, contradicting guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Florida Department of Health says some children may not benefit from COVID-19 vaccines, contradicting guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
‘It’s become a crisis’: Tampa mayor wants $5 million for rental assistance program
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
Gas prices were already rising; what's behind the current spike?
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, gas prices have increased more than 20 percent, but that’s not the only reason people are paying more at the pump.
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, gas prices have increased more than 20 percent, but that’s not the only reason people are paying more at the pump.
River O’Green Fest moved to Sunday due to inclement weather
With Saturday storms in the forecast, city officials announced Wednesday they will officially move the festival to Sunday. It was initially set for March 12.
With Saturday storms in the forecast, city officials announced Wednesday they will officially move the festival to Sunday. It was initially set for March 12.
Hillsborough offering free agriculture tour for active-duty military, veterans
Military members, their spouses, and veterans have the chance to go on a free bus tour to learn more about potential careers in agriculture.
Military members, their spouses, and veterans have the chance to go on a free bus tour to learn more about potential careers in agriculture.
SEC tournament at Amalie means big revenue for Tampa
Tourism insiders are anticipating a big impact for the Tampa Bay economy, with at least 20,000 hotel rooms rented, as the SEC tournament gets underway.
Tourism insiders are anticipating a big impact for the Tampa Bay economy, with at least 20,000 hotel rooms rented, as the SEC tournament gets underway.
'I think there is hope for the everyday first-time homebuyer': Tampa realtor featured in HGTV show
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Project Dynamo rescues premature babies from Ukraine
The co-founder of Tampa non-profit Project Dynamo had a very specific mission to carry-out – get three premature babies from war-torn Kyiv to Poland, and fast.
The co-founder of Tampa non-profit Project Dynamo had a very specific mission to carry-out – get three premature babies from war-torn Kyiv to Poland, and fast.
Dunkin' worker who fatally punched 77-year-old customer sentenced to 2 years of house arrest
A Tampa Dunkin' worker accused of punching and killing a 77-year-old customer for calling him the "N" word will spend 2 years on house arrest after pleading guilty to felony battery. Prosecutors said the sentence took into account the "despicable racial slur" and verbal abuse the victim used, along with the worker's "lack of intent to cause the victim's death."
A Tampa Dunkin' worker accused of punching and killing a 77-year-old customer for calling him the "N" word will spend 2 years on house arrest after pleading guilty to felony battery. Prosecutors said the sentence took into account the "despicable racial slur" and verbal abuse the victim used, along with the worker's "lack of intent to cause the victim's death."
Three wounded in Tampa bowling alley shooting, police say
Tampa police say three people were shot outside the Pin Chasers bowling alley late Sunday night. One person has been arrested so far, and investigators say they anticipate more arrests.
Tampa police say three people were shot outside the Pin Chasers bowling alley late Sunday night. One person has been arrested so far, and investigators say they anticipate more arrests.