'Stand Your Ground' hearing underway for Hillsborough man accused of shooting at deputies

A Hillsborough County judge listened to arguments on Tuesday in the Stand Your Ground hearing for Harold Lewis, the man accused of shooting at deputies in 2021 and charged with attempted first-degree murder.

Tampa police investigating man's shooting death as homicide

The Tampa Police Department says it's investigating a homicide after finding a man shot to death in a neighborhood on Monday night.

'Workers over Billionaires': Protests erupt nationwide on Labor Day

From Boston to Chicago, Austin to Los Angeles, thousands of people joined protests on Labor Day as part of the "Workers Over Billionaires" day of action. 

Man found dead in Tampa, investigation underway: Police

A death investigation is underway in the 4700 block of East Citrus Circle in Tampa, according to officers. 

Busch Gardens closing Stanley Falls Flume after 52 years

After more than half a century, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is just days away from closing one of its original rides: the Stanley Falls Flume.

No active shooter found at USF after call reporting gunman on main campus

Law enforcement responded Saturday to an apparent swatting incident on the University of South Florida's main campus, where there was a report of an active shooter.

Mother relieved after church leaders arrested in forced labor scheme, believes son was a victim

Bridget Walton’s son, Patrick, was just a college student when he was swept into what federal agents now call a scheme to use religion and a massive church following to cover up a series of crimes.

Church leader arrested in Tampa FBI raid appears in federal court, staying behind bars for now

One of two church leaders charged in a sweeping federal human trafficking and money laundering case appeared before a judge in Tampa on Thursday, but she’ll stay in jail for the time being.

Hillsborough elections office runs successful test ahead of Tampa special election

The race for the District 5 seat on Tampa's City Council is entering its final weeks. The Hillsborough County Canvassing Board tested its voting equipment on Thursday to ensure it's ready for the special election coming up on September 9.

Three dogs dumped behind Lutz gas station, reward offered for tips leading to suspect

Three dogs were found dumped in the woods behind a Lutz gas station, and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay is offering a $500 reward for tips that lead to an arrest.