Downtown residents hope for changes to Tampa's noise ordinance

As Tampa's downtown grows, so does the level of late-night noise. City council is taking up the issue in its Thursday meeting, which could mean changes for businesses and entertainment venues.

Woman who once claimed ex-husband confessed to murder, now says her memory is fuzzy

The prosecution’s star witness in Richard Miller’s murder trial is also a very reluctant witness who was less than thrilled to testify against her ex-husband.

Norwegian halts more cruise sailings, including one out of Tampa

Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled more cruises amid the COVID-19 spike, one of which sails in and out of Port Tampa Bay.

USF launches ‘reverse vending machines’ recycling program

A new kind of vending machine is coming to the University of South Florida, but instead of taking money, the machines are giving back to help feed the hungry and help the environment.

National banks begin lowering, eliminating fees for overdrafts, insufficient funds

Overdraft fees may soon be a thing of the past. Bank of America announced Tuesday it's doing away with non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees and reducing overdraft fees from $35 to $10.

Monoclonal antibody treatment for immune compromised comes to TGH

Tampa General Hospital is among the first hospitals in Florida to acquire a supply of COVID-19 preventative monoclonal antibodies that could help those whose immune systems are compromised.

Tampa artist ditches paint brush for blow-dryer to create magically marbled pieces

A Tampa artist creates beautiful works of art using an unusual technique. Erin Coalson brings paintings to life using a blow-dryer instead of a paintbrush. 

Hillsborough County man accused of following through on text threats to kill ex-girlfriend

Threats, desire, and jealousy became a deadly combination for Richard Miller, according to Hillsborough County prosecutor John Terry's opening statements in a Tampa courtroom Tuesday. 

I-75 near Bruce B. Downs reopens after rollover crash

A vehicle crashed and turned upside down in the median of Interstate 75, closing several lanes just north of Tampa for about 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon. 

Hillsborough sheriff: Female body found in plastic trash bag was victim of domestic violence

A welfare check at a home in Hillsborough County led to the discovery of a woman's remains and a man who appears to have died by suicide after a 12-hour standoff with deputies.

Child drownings hit record number in Florida

Nearly 100 children drowned in Florida in 2021 and 66% of them were under age 3.

Aerial photographs showing Tampa's changing landscape donated to History Center

The work of late Tampa pilot and photographer Bill Morris gives a view of Tampa’s transformations through time. Many saw his aerial photographs in the pages of the Tampa Tribune, but now his work will live on for generations at the Tampa Bay History Center. 

Tampa man accused of killing dad, trying to kill mother mounts insanity defense

A Tampa man accused of killing his father and nearly killing his mother is launching a new defense, saying he was insane at the time of the alleged crimes. 

Hillsborough County summer jobs program gives paid, on-the-job training to young people

Career Source Tampa Bay's summer jobs program returns this year with nearly 800 open opportunities for young folks looking to kick-start their potential careers.

Hillsborough County opens new drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Brandon

Hillsborough County is opening a new drive-thru site for COVID-19 testing. With this new site opening Monday, people now have five options to choose from in the county.