FHP: Tampa man dies after losing control of vehicle, drives off Selmon Expressway

A 30-year-old man was driving on the wrong side of the road along on Selmon Expressway when he lost control of his vehicle, traveled over a concrete barrier, and landed in the intersection below, according to troopers.

Pinellas County adds new beach trolley service during spring break

Tampa Bay is preparing for spring break crowds, with businesses hiring more staff and Pinellas County adding a new trolley service to the beach.

Tampa man accused of revenge porn, sex with a minor, pleads guilty to lesser charges

A Tampa man charged with extortion, revenge porn, sexual battery of a minor, and sexual battery of an animal pleaded guilty after years of legal wrangling, but he surprised the court Tuesday by thanking the judge.

FHSAA changes football classifications, but did they fix the problem?

The FHSAA has scraped its eight football classes in exchange for a new 10-division classification based on the population of the city instead of the number of students in a school. One coach says its going to widen the divide between well-funded private schools and public school teams.

Reputable organizations providing support on the ground in Ukraine

We may not be able to book a flight to Ukraine, but many in the US want to know how to support those on ground fighting for their country. UNICEF, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the International Rescue Committee may be good places to start.

'Until we win or until we die': As family prepares to fight in Ukraine, USF student says country is united

A young college student and research assistant at Moffit Cancer Center is having a hard time focusing on her busy life in the United States as family back home in Ukraine battle for their country.

Higher fuel costs to hit TECO customers after state approves rate hike

The state of Florida's Public Service Commission unanimously approved TECO's proposal to collect additional money from its customers to cover higher-than-expected costs of fuel for its power plants. The increases will take effect next month.

Cyber hygiene: Check your exposure to hackers with these online tools

As the conflict on the ground continues to escalate, Russian and Ukrainian hackers are waging a cyber war that could have implications in other parts of the globe.  

Tampa police chief appointee hears from residents at gun violence forum

One day after a man was shot and killed in downtown Tampa, the city’s newly appointed police chief heard what residents want to see to stop the gun violence citywide. 

Resisting arrest without violence will not be prosecuted for bicycle stops in Tampa, state attorney says

A memo from Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren says his office will no longer prosecute cases where a bicyclist is stopped and then only charged with resisting arrest without violence.

Tampa PD: 1 man dead, another injured in Sunday night shooting downtown

It was a long night for some residents in downtown Tampa, who told FOX 13 that, yet again, their evening was interrupted by gunshots. It’s become a familiar sound for residents who live in the area. 

Concussion prevention device gets FDA OK, endorsement of Tampa student-athlete

It's not about the money for Laney Higgins. She's donating the money from her name, image, and likeness deal. Her goal is to save other student athletes from suffering concussions and head injuries.

Rental assistance available for Hillsborough County residents

Renters and landlords can get direct payments for rent, utilities, and late fees through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program that began during the pandemic.