New Tampa police chief commits to traffic stop data transparency
Tampa's newly-sworn police chief has promised transparency. One way she plans to make good on that promise is by zeroing in on traffic stop data, and having it analyzed and shared to try to curb racial profiling concerns and build trust.
Tampa's newly-sworn police chief has promised transparency. One way she plans to make good on that promise is by zeroing in on traffic stop data, and having it analyzed and shared to try to curb racial profiling concerns and build trust.
Ross Colton scores 2 goals, Lightning beat Blackhawks 5-2
Ross Colton scored two goals and added an assist, Steven Stamkos and Brayden Point both had a goal and an assist, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Friday night.
Ross Colton scored two goals and added an assist, Steven Stamkos and Brayden Point both had a goal and an assist, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Friday night.
Tampa takes number two spot in the nation for home price jumps
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
It’s a ‘buyer’s market’ for jobs seekers as unemployment rate continues to drop
Those in the market for a new job may have the pick of the litter as economic factors improve.
Those in the market for a new job may have the pick of the litter as economic factors improve.
‘The prodigal son returns’: New general takes control of U.S. Central Command
A new general is now heading up U.S. Central Command at Tampa’s MacDill Air Force Base.
A new general is now heading up U.S. Central Command at Tampa’s MacDill Air Force Base.
‘I want justice before I go’: Murder victim’s cancer-stricken mom frustrated by accused killer’s trial delays
A Tampa mother’s search for justice in her son’s murder has taken a new sense of urgency as she fights cancer for the third time.
A Tampa mother’s search for justice in her son’s murder has taken a new sense of urgency as she fights cancer for the third time.
'Excited for this opportunity': Todd Bowles talks new role as Bucs head coach
Todd Bowles will take over as head coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This follows former Head Coach Bruce Arians stepping into a new role with the Bucs.
Todd Bowles will take over as head coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This follows former Head Coach Bruce Arians stepping into a new role with the Bucs.
Former sex crimes officer facing 100 child porn charges told Tampa police he did not have internet access
The retired Tampa Police Department sex crimes investigator who faces 100 charges of possessing child pornography was granted $500,000 bond and must wear an ankle monitor if released.
The retired Tampa Police Department sex crimes investigator who faces 100 charges of possessing child pornography was granted $500,000 bond and must wear an ankle monitor if released.
Construction worker rekindles photography passion in retirement, gets featured in special exhibit
A construction worker turned photographer is one of many senior citizens to be featured in a special exhibit at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts.
A construction worker turned photographer is one of many senior citizens to be featured in a special exhibit at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts.
Tampa City Council's Orlando Gudes says he will step down as chairman amid sexual harassment report
Chairman Orlando Gudes said he will file a motion to step down as chairman, but plans to remain on the city council. His announcement came Thursday as Tampa City Council met for the first time since a report detailing troubling accusations against him went public.
Chairman Orlando Gudes said he will file a motion to step down as chairman, but plans to remain on the city council. His announcement came Thursday as Tampa City Council met for the first time since a report detailing troubling accusations against him went public.
Florida’s first women's psychiatric hospital to open in Tampa
Gracepoint Wellness announced plans for the state's first women's neuropsychiatric hospital. The nonprofit’s chief operating officer said there was a growing demand for this kind of care.
Gracepoint Wellness announced plans for the state's first women's neuropsychiatric hospital. The nonprofit’s chief operating officer said there was a growing demand for this kind of care.
Tampa judge denies proposal to issue refunds for Hillsborough County transportation tax
The final order said there is no legal basis for the court to issue refunds for the $562 million collected by a penny sales tax in Hillsborough County.
The final order said there is no legal basis for the court to issue refunds for the $562 million collected by a penny sales tax in Hillsborough County.
Retired Tampa police officer arrested on 100 counts of child pornography, TPD chief says
A retired Tampa police officer was arrested on 100 counts of child pornography. He worked with the department's sex crimes unit before retiring in 2015, according to TPD Chief Mary O'Connor.
A retired Tampa police officer was arrested on 100 counts of child pornography. He worked with the department's sex crimes unit before retiring in 2015, according to TPD Chief Mary O'Connor.
Bruce Arians steps aside as Bucs head coach, defensive coordinator Todd Bowles to take over
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Touchdown to TikTok: Former Bucs quarterback gains following as trick shot star
Former Bucs quarterback Brad Johnson has gained a sizable following on TikTok doing trick shots. Many of his followers are a bit too young to remember him in his Bucs hay-day.
Former Bucs quarterback Brad Johnson has gained a sizable following on TikTok doing trick shots. Many of his followers are a bit too young to remember him in his Bucs hay-day.
Sarasota County school guidelines on gender issues under review as new law is signed
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Retired Tampa police chief wants city councilman to step down amid mounting harassment allegations
Tampa's retired police chief, Brian Dugan, joined the growing chorus of voices Wednesday, calling for City Council Chair Orlando Gudes to resign following a series of harassment allegations.
Tampa's retired police chief, Brian Dugan, joined the growing chorus of voices Wednesday, calling for City Council Chair Orlando Gudes to resign following a series of harassment allegations.
'My entire soul was crushed': Children speak in resentencing of man convicted of killing Tampa couple
The convicted double murderer is getting a do-over in his murder sentence after a US Supreme Court decision ruling all death penalty verdicts need to be unanimous. William Deparvine's wasn't.
The convicted double murderer is getting a do-over in his murder sentence after a US Supreme Court decision ruling all death penalty verdicts need to be unanimous. William Deparvine's wasn't.
Officials give glimpse into new project with 22-mile trail for bikers, pedestrians
Transportation officials said the Green ARTery project would give pedestrians and bicyclists a safe 22-mile trail along the Hillsborough River.
Transportation officials said the Green ARTery project would give pedestrians and bicyclists a safe 22-mile trail along the Hillsborough River.
Am I having a heart attack? Doctor warns signs, symptoms may be subtle
Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and being able to get help early is crucial to surviving the cardiovascular event.
Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and being able to get help early is crucial to surviving the cardiovascular event.