Charity says volunteer wrote $79K in checks to herself, her business
Pinellas County deputies arrested a Largo woman this week and accused her of stealing funds from a charity for brain cancer research, where she volunteers.
Pinellas County deputies arrested a Largo woman this week and accused her of stealing funds from a charity for brain cancer research, where she volunteers.
Family: Retired Tampa officer was not wearing hearing aid, glasses prior to being shot by deputy
The daughter of the retired Tampa police sergeant who was fatally wounded inside his home released a detailed statement describing her father and the circumstances the family says occurred during the deputy-involved shooting.
The daughter of the retired Tampa police sergeant who was fatally wounded inside his home released a detailed statement describing her father and the circumstances the family says occurred during the deputy-involved shooting.
USF drone ships used for high-definition mapping of gulf floor
Researchers at the University of South Florida are using underwater drones to give them a better view of what lies far beneath the surface.
Researchers at the University of South Florida are using underwater drones to give them a better view of what lies far beneath the surface.
Competitive robotics program in Tampa introduces students to sport with major scholarship potential
Tens of millions of dollars in scholarship money are available for Bay Area high school students who want to build robots.
Tens of millions of dollars in scholarship money are available for Bay Area high school students who want to build robots.
Second Plant High teen involved in motorcycle crash has passed away, police say
Days after a deadly motorcycle crash, the 15-year-old Plant High student who was a passenger has died, police said Tuesday morning.
Days after a deadly motorcycle crash, the 15-year-old Plant High student who was a passenger has died, police said Tuesday morning.
Check your attic: Sports memorabilia value skyrockets during pandemic
While many businesses took big hits during the pandemic, sports memorabilia collecting is as strong as ever. And if you have a box of old baseball cards or collectibles in your attic, it might be time to take another look.
While many businesses took big hits during the pandemic, sports memorabilia collecting is as strong as ever. And if you have a box of old baseball cards or collectibles in your attic, it might be time to take another look.
Man accused of raping teen defends himself in court, questions alleged victim over an hour
A Tampa man is in court this week, defending himself on sexual battery charges. Monday, he came face to face with the alleged victim and his questions may have backfired with the jury.
A Tampa man is in court this week, defending himself on sexual battery charges. Monday, he came face to face with the alleged victim and his questions may have backfired with the jury.
Poison Control Center: 35 hospitalized for severe bleeding after using 'spice' in Hillsborough
At least 35 people have been hospitalized in Hillsborough County after smoking synthetic marijuana, also known as spice. Officials say patients have come in with symptoms including severe bleeding that develops suddenly and gets worse over time.
At least 35 people have been hospitalized in Hillsborough County after smoking synthetic marijuana, also known as spice. Officials say patients have come in with symptoms including severe bleeding that develops suddenly and gets worse over time.
Tampa man killed after jack fails, disabled car falls on him along I-275
A Tampa man was underneath a disabled car along the side of the highway after midnight when the jack failed, causing the vehicle to fall on him, troopers said.
A Tampa man was underneath a disabled car along the side of the highway after midnight when the jack failed, causing the vehicle to fall on him, troopers said.
Plant High School student killed in car accident, second student hospitalized
Hundreds of people gathered Sunday for a prayer vigil after two Plant High students were involved in a deadly crash.
Hundreds of people gathered Sunday for a prayer vigil after two Plant High students were involved in a deadly crash.
As Christmas quickly approaches, Metro Ministries still in need of donations
With supply chain shortages, buying in bulk has been almost impossible for the non-profit, meaning every donation is crucial.
With supply chain shortages, buying in bulk has been almost impossible for the non-profit, meaning every donation is crucial.
Tampa Fire Rescue: Sulphur Springs residents no longer need to 'shelter in place' due to gas leak
A natural gas leak in the Sulphur Springs area led Tampa Fire Rescue to briefly ask residents to “shelter in place.”
A natural gas leak in the Sulphur Springs area led Tampa Fire Rescue to briefly ask residents to “shelter in place.”
Hillsborough deputies investigating homicide in Thonotosassa
Hillsborough County detectives are working to solve a homicide the sheriff calls "senseless violence."
Hillsborough County detectives are working to solve a homicide the sheriff calls "senseless violence."
Tip leads police to Dover murder suspect
Plant City police have arrested a man in connection with a murder in Dover. Richard Haywood, 48, is accused of killing a woman whose body was found off McIntosh Road on Wednesday.
Plant City police have arrested a man in connection with a murder in Dover. Richard Haywood, 48, is accused of killing a woman whose body was found off McIntosh Road on Wednesday.
'This is the biggest moment of my life': Thousands celebrate graduation from USF
More than 4,500 University of South Florida students will receive their degrees this weekend, with the first batch walking across the stage at the Yuengling Center Friday night.
More than 4,500 University of South Florida students will receive their degrees this weekend, with the first batch walking across the stage at the Yuengling Center Friday night.
Tacos Las Californias celebrates milestone after thriving during pandemic
Quesabirria is a key ingredient in Tacos Las Californias' recipe for success. The rest is hard work and passion.
Quesabirria is a key ingredient in Tacos Las Californias' recipe for success. The rest is hard work and passion.
Hillsborough County approves funds to train those interested in public utility jobs
Utility company leaders said they've noticed a skills gap as workers retire or move on, so Hillsborough County commissioners approved a new training program to help fill in what’s missing.
Utility company leaders said they've noticed a skills gap as workers retire or move on, so Hillsborough County commissioners approved a new training program to help fill in what’s missing.
'What are you going to do, individually, to make this stop?': Victim's family calls for end to gun violence
The family of a young nursing student who was shot and killed while driving in Tampa held candles and balloons while remembering their lost loved one, but their message was clear: justice must be served and the shootings have to stop.
The family of a young nursing student who was shot and killed while driving in Tampa held candles and balloons while remembering their lost loved one, but their message was clear: justice must be served and the shootings have to stop.
New evidence places accused killer at community center moments before 13-year-old is gunned down
On Friday, a grand jury indicted 16-year-old Ja’Marion Strange. He’s accused of gunning down Ty'Quan Johnson, 13, on Thanksgiving Day.
On Friday, a grand jury indicted 16-year-old Ja’Marion Strange. He’s accused of gunning down Ty'Quan Johnson, 13, on Thanksgiving Day.
Hillsborough deputies arrest man accused in attempted rape of elderly woman in broad daylight
Hillsborough County deputies say they arrested the man accused of aggressively attacking and attempting to sexually batter an elderly woman in broad daylight late last month.
Hillsborough County deputies say they arrested the man accused of aggressively attacking and attempting to sexually batter an elderly woman in broad daylight late last month.