$5K reward offered after Hillsborough deputies identify suspect wanted in attempted rape case
Deputies have now identified the suspect wanted for aggressively attacking and attempting to rape a woman in broad daylight late last month. According to police records, he was arrested days after the attack for an unrelated robbery charge -- and released days later on bond.
Deputies have now identified the suspect wanted for aggressively attacking and attempting to rape a woman in broad daylight late last month. According to police records, he was arrested days after the attack for an unrelated robbery charge -- and released days later on bond.
New river otter, named 'Huron,' moves into Florida Aquarium
There's an adorable new addition joining the "romp" at The Florida Aquarium.
There's an adorable new addition joining the "romp" at The Florida Aquarium.
Tampa International Airport hopes self-driven wheelchairs for travelers pave way for future
TPA is testing out a pilot program that allows passengers to use self-powered wheelchairs that can be driven instead of pushed. They hope to make it a permanent option.
TPA is testing out a pilot program that allows passengers to use self-powered wheelchairs that can be driven instead of pushed. They hope to make it a permanent option.
Casey DeSantis announces $100 million for cancer research, prevention in Florida
Florida’s first lady, 41-year-old Casey DeSantis, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in October. Now, flanked by doctors at Moffitt Cancer Center, she fired back against cancer on behalf of others.
Florida’s first lady, 41-year-old Casey DeSantis, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in October. Now, flanked by doctors at Moffitt Cancer Center, she fired back against cancer on behalf of others.
Florida reporting first known cases of omicron COVID-19 variant
The James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa is reporting its first case of the omicron COVID-19 variant. Meanwhile, on the east coast, another patient tested positive for the new variant.
The James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa is reporting its first case of the omicron COVID-19 variant. Meanwhile, on the east coast, another patient tested positive for the new variant.
Tampa judge hears arguments over federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate
The federal vaccine mandate took center stage in a federal courtroom in Tampa on Tuesday. The state of Florida is suing the Biden administration over it.
The federal vaccine mandate took center stage in a federal courtroom in Tampa on Tuesday. The state of Florida is suing the Biden administration over it.
Deputy shoots, kills armed elderly Riverview man during in-home welfare check
When a deputy walked into a Riverview home, she believed someone inside needed medical attention. Instead, she encountered a retired officer armed with a gun and was forced to fire her own weapon – killing him, according to the sheriff.
When a deputy walked into a Riverview home, she believed someone inside needed medical attention. Instead, she encountered a retired officer armed with a gun and was forced to fire her own weapon – killing him, according to the sheriff.
Recently-discovered comet visible from Earth for a short time
The comet called Leonard will be visible by earthlings for only a few days next week as it makes its way to the inner solar system.
The comet called Leonard will be visible by earthlings for only a few days next week as it makes its way to the inner solar system.
Tampa to implement new, money-saving method to treat drinking water
For months, Tampa has been running a pilot test of the technology, called SIX, to treat water from the Hillsborough River, the main source of the city’s drinking water. Officials say the new technology will save money in the process.
For months, Tampa has been running a pilot test of the technology, called SIX, to treat water from the Hillsborough River, the main source of the city’s drinking water. Officials say the new technology will save money in the process.
USF video production students gain state-of-the-art studio after production company's donation
Video production students at the University of South Florida can now hone their craft in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility thanks to a donation from Diamond View Studios.
Video production students at the University of South Florida can now hone their craft in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility thanks to a donation from Diamond View Studios.
Speeding driver dies after crash involving tractor-trailer on I-4, troopers say
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say speed was a factor in a deadly I-4 crash that occurred Monday morning before rush hour.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say speed was a factor in a deadly I-4 crash that occurred Monday morning before rush hour.
Tampa home decked out in Lightning decorations for the holidays
If you're adding a touch of ice to your holiday decor, why not throw in a bolt of Tampa Bay Lightning?
If you're adding a touch of ice to your holiday decor, why not throw in a bolt of Tampa Bay Lightning?
HCFR: No injuries reported in Plant City flea market fire
Three metal storage facilities at the Plant City Farm and Flea Market went up in flames Saturday night, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Three metal storage facilities at the Plant City Farm and Flea Market went up in flames Saturday night, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Tampa doctors fear one-two punch as flu cases rise while new COVID-19 strain emerges
Flu cases are on the rise and the most common strain impacting the public right now packs a pretty big punch, doctors said Friday.
Flu cases are on the rise and the most common strain impacting the public right now packs a pretty big punch, doctors said Friday.
Travelers fear getting stuck in foreign country when new COVID-19 restrictions go into effect
Beginning Monday, international travelers will need to take a COVID-19 test within 24 hours of flying to the United States and show the negative results to the airline before boarding their flight.
Beginning Monday, international travelers will need to take a COVID-19 test within 24 hours of flying to the United States and show the negative results to the airline before boarding their flight.
Tampa rec-leaguer gets to the NHL for a day as Amalie Arena's emergency backup goalie
Thanks to a series of chance events, Amalie Arena's designated emergency backup goalie, Kyle Konin, got to spend one day as a member of the St. Louis Blues Thursday. Even if he only got to spend one day in the NHL, he's done more than most.
Thanks to a series of chance events, Amalie Arena's designated emergency backup goalie, Kyle Konin, got to spend one day as a member of the St. Louis Blues Thursday. Even if he only got to spend one day in the NHL, he's done more than most.
Gunman sought after nursing student gunned down while driving near Julian B Lane Park
A nursing student at HCC who graduated from Plant High School with a 5.0 GPA in 2018 is dead after someone shot into her car for no apparent reason. The shooter is on the run while the victim's mother searches for answers.
A nursing student at HCC who graduated from Plant High School with a 5.0 GPA in 2018 is dead after someone shot into her car for no apparent reason. The shooter is on the run while the victim's mother searches for answers.
16-year-old arrested after 'ongoing dispute' led to 13-year-old's shooting death in East Tampa
Ten days after a 13-year-old was shot and killed on an East Tampa street corner, police announced they have arrested another teen for the crime.
Ten days after a 13-year-old was shot and killed on an East Tampa street corner, police announced they have arrested another teen for the crime.
Florida announces $12M for first responders' mental health
Talk to many firefighters and they’ll explain that “suck it up and get on the truck” mentality. But as of today, mental health assistance is on the fast track to Florida first responders, to the tune of $12 million.
Talk to many firefighters and they’ll explain that “suck it up and get on the truck” mentality. But as of today, mental health assistance is on the fast track to Florida first responders, to the tune of $12 million.
‘I hope you rot in prison’: Man convicted of sexual battery, video voyeurism gets 4 decades behind bars
Two years ago, prosecutors say Justin Stueve drugged his wife and took sexually explicit photos of her without her permission. She asked the judge to lock him up, as did his ex-wife. Even his daughter lobbied for a prison sentence.
Two years ago, prosecutors say Justin Stueve drugged his wife and took sexually explicit photos of her without her permission. She asked the judge to lock him up, as did his ex-wife. Even his daughter lobbied for a prison sentence.