National banks begin lowering, eliminating fees for overdrafts, insufficient funds

Overdraft fees may soon be a thing of the past. Bank of America announced Tuesday it's doing away with non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees and reducing overdraft fees from $35 to $10.

Monoclonal antibody treatment for immune compromised comes to TGH

Tampa General Hospital is among the first hospitals in Florida to acquire a supply of COVID-19 preventative monoclonal antibodies that could help those whose immune systems are compromised.

Tampa artist ditches paint brush for blow-dryer to create magically marbled pieces

A Tampa artist creates beautiful works of art using an unusual technique. Erin Coalson brings paintings to life using a blow-dryer instead of a paintbrush. 

Hillsborough County man accused of following through on text threats to kill ex-girlfriend

Threats, desire, and jealousy became a deadly combination for Richard Miller, according to Hillsborough County prosecutor John Terry's opening statements in a Tampa courtroom Tuesday. 

I-75 near Bruce B. Downs reopens after rollover crash

A vehicle crashed and turned upside down in the median of Interstate 75, closing several lanes just north of Tampa for about 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon. 

Hillsborough sheriff: Female body found in plastic trash bag was victim of domestic violence

A welfare check at a home in Hillsborough County led to the discovery of a woman's remains and a man who appears to have died by suicide after a 12-hour standoff with deputies.

Child drownings hit record number in Florida

Nearly 100 children drowned in Florida in 2021 and 66% of them were under age 3.

Aerial photographs showing Tampa's changing landscape donated to History Center

The work of late Tampa pilot and photographer Bill Morris gives a view of Tampa’s transformations through time. Many saw his aerial photographs in the pages of the Tampa Tribune, but now his work will live on for generations at the Tampa Bay History Center. 

Tampa man accused of killing dad, trying to kill mother mounts insanity defense

A Tampa man accused of killing his father and nearly killing his mother is launching a new defense, saying he was insane at the time of the alleged crimes. 

Hillsborough County summer jobs program gives paid, on-the-job training to young people

Career Source Tampa Bay's summer jobs program returns this year with nearly 800 open opportunities for young folks looking to kick-start their potential careers.

Hillsborough County opens new drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Brandon

Hillsborough County is opening a new drive-thru site for COVID-19 testing. With this new site opening Monday, people now have five options to choose from in the county.

Hillsborough County to open additional COVID-19 testing site in Brandon

Hillsborough County is opening a free COVID-19 testing site on Monday, Jan. 10 at Hillsborough Community College in Brandon as the demand for tests increases with the omicron wave.

Valrico man faces DUI manslaughter charges following fatal multi-vehicle crash

Troopers arrested Sean Michael Jones, 39, of Valrico, for DUI manslaughter following a four-vehicle crash early Sunday morning that claimed the life of a 44-year-old Wimauma man.

Tampa’s hot real estate market leaving longtime residents in the cold

Rising rents are leaving some long-time residents with few options. That’s why county and city leaders met residents Saturday morning to discuss the problem and find solutions.

HCFR: No injuries reported after Tampa scrap metal yard catches fire

Plumes of smoke could be seen for miles in Tampa Saturday afternoon as a fire burned at Fedca Scrap Metals, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue. 

Poitier's impact felt by Bay Area filmmakers

Legendary actor Sidney Poitier died Friday at the age of 94 and his passing is being felt across the Bay Area.

Accused double-murderer wants to plead no contest in exchange for his life, but victim’s mother wants him dead

Steven Lorenzo, who is representing himself against two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Michael Wachholtz and Jason Galehouse, is willing to plead no contest to the crimes in exchange for the death penalty being off the table, according to a 46-page motion.