Proposed Florida bill expands excused absence policy for teens struggling with mental health issues
For some teens facing mental health struggles getting help could mean missing class, which may add to their stress.
For some teens facing mental health struggles getting help could mean missing class, which may add to their stress.
Visit Tampa Bay hopes Riverwalk Attraction Pass brings tourists, locals to downtown
The Riverwalk Attraction Pass, which launched this week, is a discounted ticket that gives entry to seven downtown Tampa attractions.
The Riverwalk Attraction Pass, which launched this week, is a discounted ticket that gives entry to seven downtown Tampa attractions.
Doctors to evaluate mental state of Wimauma woman whose parents found alleged bombs in her room
Michelle Kolts was living in her parents' home in Wimauma back in October 2019 when they allegedly found homemade pipe bombs in her room. In a hearing this week, Kolts' competency to stand trial was questioned, so doctors will evaluate her before the judge decides whether to proceed.
Michelle Kolts was living in her parents' home in Wimauma back in October 2019 when they allegedly found homemade pipe bombs in her room. In a hearing this week, Kolts' competency to stand trial was questioned, so doctors will evaluate her before the judge decides whether to proceed.
Dump truck driver dies after suffering 'medical episode' during Tuesday crash on Dale Mabry in South Tampa
Police say a dump truck driver died after suffering a medical episode that caused a major crash that downed power lines and shut down Dale Mabry Highway in South Tampa for hours on Tuesday.
Police say a dump truck driver died after suffering a medical episode that caused a major crash that downed power lines and shut down Dale Mabry Highway in South Tampa for hours on Tuesday.
Robotexts make Florida one of most-spammed states in the U.S.
According to the company Robokiller, Floridians received an estimated 4,926,567,787 robotexts last year, making the Sunshine State one of the most spammed states in the nation.
According to the company Robokiller, Floridians received an estimated 4,926,567,787 robotexts last year, making the Sunshine State one of the most spammed states in the nation.
Tampa Bay native representing Team USA hockey in Beijing
For the first time, an NHL draft pick who calls Tampa Bay home has been selected to play on Team USA for the Winter Olympics.
For the first time, an NHL draft pick who calls Tampa Bay home has been selected to play on Team USA for the Winter Olympics.
Tampa airport braces for potential delays as 5G fight continues
Late Tuesday, Verizon and AT&T announced they're scaling back the rollout of 5G wireless service after getting major push back from airlines who warned of "catastrophic disruptions" related to aircraft instruments. Where they go from here is still unclear.
Late Tuesday, Verizon and AT&T announced they're scaling back the rollout of 5G wireless service after getting major push back from airlines who warned of "catastrophic disruptions" related to aircraft instruments. Where they go from here is still unclear.
How to ensure accurate results from at-home COVID tests being sent by federal government
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
Dump truck crash downs power lines on Dale Mabry in South Tampa
A major crash involving a dump truck shut down Dale Mabry Highway in South Tampa late Tuesday morning.
A major crash involving a dump truck shut down Dale Mabry Highway in South Tampa late Tuesday morning.
Tampa man accused of plotting terrorist attack found incompetent to stand trial
A Tampa man accused of plotting an attack in the Bay Area and currently facing terrorism charges has been found incompetent to stand trial, for now.
A Tampa man accused of plotting an attack in the Bay Area and currently facing terrorism charges has been found incompetent to stand trial, for now.
TPD, first responders review emergency protocols ahead of Gasparilla festivities
Tampa law enforcement and first responders met Tuesday to study tragedies like the Boston Marathon bombing, in hopes they can prevent a similar tragedy during Gasparilla festivities.
Tampa law enforcement and first responders met Tuesday to study tragedies like the Boston Marathon bombing, in hopes they can prevent a similar tragedy during Gasparilla festivities.
Children's Gasparilla Parade will go on, despite record pediatric COVID-19 infections
After taking a year off due to COVID-19, the pirate invasion is back, with the Children's Gasparilla Parade kicking off festivities this weekend. Organizers say they expect an even bigger crowd than year’s past, but the comeback falls in the middle of record case numbers, especially among children, due to the highly contagious omicron variant.
After taking a year off due to COVID-19, the pirate invasion is back, with the Children's Gasparilla Parade kicking off festivities this weekend. Organizers say they expect an even bigger crowd than year’s past, but the comeback falls in the middle of record case numbers, especially among children, due to the highly contagious omicron variant.
Tampa police: Two deadly shootings appear to be related
There was a deadly shooting at Silver Oaks Apartments in June of 2021. Two months later, 4-year-old Suni Bell was shot in killed while riding in a car nearby. Now, residents are again on edge after a pair of fatal shootings that police believe are connected.
There was a deadly shooting at Silver Oaks Apartments in June of 2021. Two months later, 4-year-old Suni Bell was shot in killed while riding in a car nearby. Now, residents are again on edge after a pair of fatal shootings that police believe are connected.
Tampa architect brings history of Lee Elementary into school's future as Tampa Heights Elementary
At first, you might think Tampa Heights Elementary is an old school -- and it is, but it's also brand new. It was nearly destroyed by a fire just after Hurricane Irma in 2017. Some believed the historic 1906 school was gone forever, but not everyone.
At first, you might think Tampa Heights Elementary is an old school -- and it is, but it's also brand new. It was nearly destroyed by a fire just after Hurricane Irma in 2017. Some believed the historic 1906 school was gone forever, but not everyone.
Attorney for Tampa man accused of plotting terrorist attack says FBI used illegal aerial surveillance
The defense for Muhammed Momtaz al-Azhari says the FBI illegally recorded 900 video clips of its client using 'secret spy plane surveillance' in violation of privacy rights.
The defense for Muhammed Momtaz al-Azhari says the FBI illegally recorded 900 video clips of its client using 'secret spy plane surveillance' in violation of privacy rights.
'I built a house and she built a home': Sun City Center couple reflects on 80 years of marriage
Both a few years shy of their 100th birthdays, David and Gretchen Meixner are celebrating a milestone anniversary few ever reach.
Both a few years shy of their 100th birthdays, David and Gretchen Meixner are celebrating a milestone anniversary few ever reach.
Inmate who escaped from north Florida jail captured hours later, police say
Police say an escaped inmate who may have been heading to Tampa has been captured hours after breaking out of a north Florida jail.
Police say an escaped inmate who may have been heading to Tampa has been captured hours after breaking out of a north Florida jail.
Hillsborough deputies find vehicle linked to Dover hit-and-run crash
The black Ford Mustang involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Dover that left a pedestrian dead has been located, according to Hillsborough deputies.
The black Ford Mustang involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Dover that left a pedestrian dead has been located, according to Hillsborough deputies.
200 Tampa volunteers honor legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by sprucing up the university area
The University Area Community Development Corporation hosted 200 volunteers for the 10th annual "Paint the Town" event to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday.
The University Area Community Development Corporation hosted 200 volunteers for the 10th annual "Paint the Town" event to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday.
Deputies searching for Carrollwood bank robber
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man they say robbed a Carrollwood bank Friday evening.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man they say robbed a Carrollwood bank Friday evening.