Plant City backup goalkeeper thriving through adversity
Whether it's moving to a different country or having to rise to the occasion in a soccer game, Bach Tran feels like he can conquer the world.
Whether it's moving to a different country or having to rise to the occasion in a soccer game, Bach Tran feels like he can conquer the world.
Tampa Convention Center to get solar panels as TECO pivots from fossil fuels
The Tampa Convention Center will soon play a key role in providing clean energy to the city, with the building's roof presenting a 250,000-square-foot opportunity. Monday morning, the mayor and TECO announced plans for a large solar array on top of the waterfront building.
The Tampa Convention Center will soon play a key role in providing clean energy to the city, with the building's roof presenting a 250,000-square-foot opportunity. Monday morning, the mayor and TECO announced plans for a large solar array on top of the waterfront building.
Police seek tips after Tampa woman found murdered
Police and family members are hoping you can help them solve the murder of a 25-year-old homeless woman from the Sulphur Springs area.
Police and family members are hoping you can help them solve the murder of a 25-year-old homeless woman from the Sulphur Springs area.
With eye on 2024, Donald Trump in Tampa for GOP fundraiser
Just hours after hinting that he will indeed run for president again in 2024, Donald Trump will be in Tampa, attending a fundraiser for congressional Republicans.
Just hours after hinting that he will indeed run for president again in 2024, Donald Trump will be in Tampa, attending a fundraiser for congressional Republicans.
Search underway for convicted felon accused of shooting child following argument at Seffner gas station
Deputies are searching for a convicted felon who they say shot a child in the leg following an argument at a Seffner gas station on Saturday.
Deputies are searching for a convicted felon who they say shot a child in the leg following an argument at a Seffner gas station on Saturday.
Gas leak closes downtown Tampa streets
Construction crews working on a project in downtown Tampa struck a gas line Monday, and the ensuing leak is causing evacuations and road closures.
Construction crews working on a project in downtown Tampa struck a gas line Monday, and the ensuing leak is causing evacuations and road closures.
Woman, 19, drove into FHP cruiser while drunk, troopers say
Troopers say a 19-year-old driver from Maryland was drunk when she hit the back of an FHP cruiser early Sunday morning.
Troopers say a 19-year-old driver from Maryland was drunk when she hit the back of an FHP cruiser early Sunday morning.
Puppies with a purpose help struggling veterans, first responders
Harry Toro created Corsos for Heroes to give struggling veterans and first responders a puppy in the hopes of helping them recover before they try to self-medicate.
Harry Toro created Corsos for Heroes to give struggling veterans and first responders a puppy in the hopes of helping them recover before they try to self-medicate.
Man arrested in fatal bicycle crash
Philip Henkin, 58, is facing vehicular homicide charges following a crash that killed a bicyclist, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Philip Henkin, 58, is facing vehicular homicide charges following a crash that killed a bicyclist, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Tampa police searching for suspect in fatal hit-and-run crash
Police in Tampa are searching for a driver who hit and killed a pedestrian crossing E. Waters Ave. near 16th Street Friday night.
Police in Tampa are searching for a driver who hit and killed a pedestrian crossing E. Waters Ave. near 16th Street Friday night.
HCSO: Riverview child cut by blade hidden in Halloween candy
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after they say an 8-year-old girl cut herself on an Exacto blade while biting into a 100 Grand mini-chocolate bar she got trick-or-treating in the Panther Trace community of Riverview.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after they say an 8-year-old girl cut herself on an Exacto blade while biting into a 100 Grand mini-chocolate bar she got trick-or-treating in the Panther Trace community of Riverview.
Police searching for driver who hit, killed pedestrian and fled
The Tampa Police Department is asking for help locating a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash Friday night.
The Tampa Police Department is asking for help locating a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash Friday night.
HCSO: Man struck by object after deputy fires at charging dog
A Tampa man suffered a non-life-threatening injury after a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy fired several shots toward a dog while responding to a disturbance call, according to HCSO.
A Tampa man suffered a non-life-threatening injury after a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy fired several shots toward a dog while responding to a disturbance call, according to HCSO.
Hospitals desperate to keep nurses as workers retreats from healthcare
About a quarter of Florida nurses are leaving the workforce, either due to burnout, retirement, or other jobs, and healthcare leaders said they’re reaching a breaking point.
About a quarter of Florida nurses are leaving the workforce, either due to burnout, retirement, or other jobs, and healthcare leaders said they’re reaching a breaking point.
Rising food prices, supply chain issues pushing up menu prices
Diners may notice a higher number on the receipt next time they're out to eat. Restaurants are up against a storm of obstacles from soaring food prices to shipping delays. It's forcing some restaurants, still recovering from the pandemic, to make the difficult choice to raise menu prices.
Diners may notice a higher number on the receipt next time they're out to eat. Restaurants are up against a storm of obstacles from soaring food prices to shipping delays. It's forcing some restaurants, still recovering from the pandemic, to make the difficult choice to raise menu prices.
'I still deal with nightmares': Former foster child recalls Eckerd Connects experiences
After the Pinellas Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into one of the county's state-contracted foster care and social services agencies, those who have been through the system are sharing their experiences being forced to stay overnight in offices not meant for housing children.
After the Pinellas Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into one of the county's state-contracted foster care and social services agencies, those who have been through the system are sharing their experiences being forced to stay overnight in offices not meant for housing children.
Woman gets 10 years probation for son's drowning in Bullfrog Creek
A bad decision on the water changed a Hillsborough County woman's life forever and led to the tragic death of her 9-year-old son. Despite facing 15 years in jail, prosecutors and a judge showed mercy in the final stage of the case.
A bad decision on the water changed a Hillsborough County woman's life forever and led to the tragic death of her 9-year-old son. Despite facing 15 years in jail, prosecutors and a judge showed mercy in the final stage of the case.
Tampa police arrest attempted Clearwater carjacker
Tampa police arrested Emmitt Williams, 24, for attempted strong-armed robbery, one day after he was identified as a suspect in an attempted carjacking at a Clearwater Subway restaurant.
Tampa police arrested Emmitt Williams, 24, for attempted strong-armed robbery, one day after he was identified as a suspect in an attempted carjacking at a Clearwater Subway restaurant.
60 years after opening, Tampa’s first Village Inn remains a family affair
In 1961, the Sherwoods opened Tampa’s first Village Inn. Since the, it has been passed down through three generations but they say they still keep family at the forefront.
In 1961, the Sherwoods opened Tampa’s first Village Inn. Since the, it has been passed down through three generations but they say they still keep family at the forefront.
HCC moves ahead with 4-year nursing program as experts project staffing shortage in Florida
Amid warnings about a severe nursing shortage, Hillsborough Community College is getting ready to launch its first-ever four-year degree.
Amid warnings about a severe nursing shortage, Hillsborough Community College is getting ready to launch its first-ever four-year degree.