Tampa man accused of revenge porn, sexual battery of an animal, begs judge to let him out on bond
A Tampa man accused of revenge porn and dozens of other sex crimes told the judge Thursday he is suffering in jail. Rudolfo Palermo says, while sitting behind bars, he has lost family members and his business and now he wants out.
A Tampa man accused of revenge porn and dozens of other sex crimes told the judge Thursday he is suffering in jail. Rudolfo Palermo says, while sitting behind bars, he has lost family members and his business and now he wants out.
Tampa police investigating after body found floating in Hillsborough River
Tampa police are investigating after a body was found floating in the Hillsborough River Thursday afternoon.
Tampa police are investigating after a body was found floating in the Hillsborough River Thursday afternoon.
Jake Paul even more confident ahead of Tyron Woodley bout at Amalie, if that's possible
Famous Youtuber Jake Paul and former UFC champ Tyron Woodley meet this weekend in Tampa in what is expected to be the highest-grossing and most-attended “combat sports event” ever at Amalie Arena.
Famous Youtuber Jake Paul and former UFC champ Tyron Woodley meet this weekend in Tampa in what is expected to be the highest-grossing and most-attended “combat sports event” ever at Amalie Arena.
With Gasparilla returning, remember to watch where you toss those beads
People love catching beads when they're thrown from floats. But the problem is, when they get into the bay, they can kill marine life and don't break down.
People love catching beads when they're thrown from floats. But the problem is, when they get into the bay, they can kill marine life and don't break down.
Cyclist dies after being hit on Gibsonton Drive
A cyclist died after being hit on Gibsonton Drive by a car that tried to swerve out of their way.
A cyclist died after being hit on Gibsonton Drive by a car that tried to swerve out of their way.
New sexual assault services facility to open in 'underserved' south Hillsborough County
There will soon be a new refuge for Bay Area victims and sexual assault. Next year, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay will open a second sexual assault services facility in south Hillsborough County. It's an expansion they say is needed in an underserved area.
There will soon be a new refuge for Bay Area victims and sexual assault. Next year, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay will open a second sexual assault services facility in south Hillsborough County. It's an expansion they say is needed in an underserved area.
Short-term rental trashed during pop-up party advertised on social media
The owner of a short-term rental home in Tampa has a warning for those who list their properties on sites like Airbnb and VRBO. He says his home was trashed when a renter threw a house party for more than 200 people.
The owner of a short-term rental home in Tampa has a warning for those who list their properties on sites like Airbnb and VRBO. He says his home was trashed when a renter threw a house party for more than 200 people.
Family mourns former JROTC member who died after using poisoned 'spice'
More than 40 people have been hospitalized and two have died in Hillsborough County this week after using synthetic marijuana, also called spice, that appears to have been laced with some sort of poison.
More than 40 people have been hospitalized and two have died in Hillsborough County this week after using synthetic marijuana, also called spice, that appears to have been laced with some sort of poison.
City program will give eligible Tampa homeowners up to $50,000 for home repairs
A new program in Tampa aims to stabilize neighborhoods and keep homeowners in their homes by helping them make necessary repairs amid rising costs.
A new program in Tampa aims to stabilize neighborhoods and keep homeowners in their homes by helping them make necessary repairs amid rising costs.
Helpline open for parents worried about kids growing up amid a pandemic
Parents who are worried their kids fell behind developmentally during the pandemic can get free screening, services, and advice from the Child Development Infoline at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
Parents who are worried their kids fell behind developmentally during the pandemic can get free screening, services, and advice from the Child Development Infoline at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
Tampa man arrested for shooting at Skyway Park
Police in Tampa say they’ve made an arrest several days after gunfire disrupted a youth football game at Skyway Park.
Police in Tampa say they’ve made an arrest several days after gunfire disrupted a youth football game at Skyway Park.
Fun-Land Drive-In neon sign rescued for use in new immersive art experience
Last week, we learned one of Tampa Bay's last remaining drive-in theaters had abruptly closed, but thanks to the creators of an immersive art experience, the theater's iconic neon sign will have a new home.
Last week, we learned one of Tampa Bay's last remaining drive-in theaters had abruptly closed, but thanks to the creators of an immersive art experience, the theater's iconic neon sign will have a new home.
FHP: Speeding driver causes crash that set second vehicle on fire, killing two inside
Troopers say the driver of an Audi was speeding on I-4 when he crashed into another vehicle, a Camry, causing it to catch fire. The two people inside the Toyota died.
Troopers say the driver of an Audi was speeding on I-4 when he crashed into another vehicle, a Camry, causing it to catch fire. The two people inside the Toyota died.
3 hospitalized following shooting at Robles Park
Tampa police say two men and one woman were shot and taken to a hospital on Wednesday morning.
Tampa police say two men and one woman were shot and taken to a hospital on Wednesday morning.
Tampa Citizens Police Academy reveals risks, rewards of law enforcement
Desks were full again at the Tampa Citizens Police Academy on Tuesday. It was the first class to be put through the paces of law enforcement training since the pandemic began.
Desks were full again at the Tampa Citizens Police Academy on Tuesday. It was the first class to be put through the paces of law enforcement training since the pandemic began.
Medical marijuana user hospitalized after turning to synthetic 'spice' due to cost
A bad batch of synthetic marijuana, also known as ‘spice,’ is making its way around Hillsborough County. Two people have died after using the drug and another 40 have been hospitalized, as of Tuesday.
A bad batch of synthetic marijuana, also known as ‘spice,’ is making its way around Hillsborough County. Two people have died after using the drug and another 40 have been hospitalized, as of Tuesday.
Florida Poison Control: 2 dead, dozens hospitalized for severe bleeding after using 'spice' in Hillsborough
Florida Poison Control says two people have now died and dozens have been hospitalized in Hillsborough County after smoking a synthetic marijuana known as "spice."
Florida Poison Control says two people have now died and dozens have been hospitalized in Hillsborough County after smoking a synthetic marijuana known as "spice."
On anniversary of vaccine's arrival in Tampa, Pfizer antiviral shows promise for at-home COVID treatment
One year ago, we watched as a Tampa General Hospital nurse became one of the first people to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Now, Pfizer is working to get its new COVID-19 antiviral drug approval from the FDA after clinical trials showed major promise.
One year ago, we watched as a Tampa General Hospital nurse became one of the first people to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Now, Pfizer is working to get its new COVID-19 antiviral drug approval from the FDA after clinical trials showed major promise.
Acting as own attorney, Tampa rape suspect tries to blame teenage girl
A Tampa man accused of raping a teenager over two years ago claimed he was the real victim, but jurors did not buy Reco Johnson’s claims.
A Tampa man accused of raping a teenager over two years ago claimed he was the real victim, but jurors did not buy Reco Johnson’s claims.
Survey shows Americans agree on social media regulation, split on what that means
Millions of us use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media to stay in touch with friends or for business, but a new study shows a majority of us believe social media is having a negative effect on America’s political climate.
Millions of us use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media to stay in touch with friends or for business, but a new study shows a majority of us believe social media is having a negative effect on America’s political climate.