Hillsborough deputies investigating homicide in Thonotosassa
Hillsborough County detectives are working to solve a homicide the sheriff calls "senseless violence."
Hillsborough County detectives are working to solve a homicide the sheriff calls "senseless violence."
Tip leads police to Dover murder suspect
Plant City police have arrested a man in connection with a murder in Dover. Richard Haywood, 48, is accused of killing a woman whose body was found off McIntosh Road on Wednesday.
Plant City police have arrested a man in connection with a murder in Dover. Richard Haywood, 48, is accused of killing a woman whose body was found off McIntosh Road on Wednesday.
'This is the biggest moment of my life': Thousands celebrate graduation from USF
More than 4,500 University of South Florida students will receive their degrees this weekend, with the first batch walking across the stage at the Yuengling Center Friday night.
More than 4,500 University of South Florida students will receive their degrees this weekend, with the first batch walking across the stage at the Yuengling Center Friday night.
Tacos Las Californias celebrates milestone after thriving during pandemic
Quesabirria is a key ingredient in Tacos Las Californias' recipe for success. The rest is hard work and passion.
Quesabirria is a key ingredient in Tacos Las Californias' recipe for success. The rest is hard work and passion.
Hillsborough County approves funds to train those interested in public utility jobs
Utility company leaders said they've noticed a skills gap as workers retire or move on, so Hillsborough County commissioners approved a new training program to help fill in what’s missing.
Utility company leaders said they've noticed a skills gap as workers retire or move on, so Hillsborough County commissioners approved a new training program to help fill in what’s missing.
'What are you going to do, individually, to make this stop?': Victim's family calls for end to gun violence
The family of a young nursing student who was shot and killed while driving in Tampa held candles and balloons while remembering their lost loved one, but their message was clear: justice must be served and the shootings have to stop.
The family of a young nursing student who was shot and killed while driving in Tampa held candles and balloons while remembering their lost loved one, but their message was clear: justice must be served and the shootings have to stop.
New evidence places accused killer at community center moments before 13-year-old is gunned down
On Friday, a grand jury indicted 16-year-old Ja’Marion Strange. He’s accused of gunning down Ty'Quan Johnson, 13, on Thanksgiving Day.
On Friday, a grand jury indicted 16-year-old Ja’Marion Strange. He’s accused of gunning down Ty'Quan Johnson, 13, on Thanksgiving Day.
Hillsborough deputies arrest man accused in attempted rape of elderly woman in broad daylight
Hillsborough County deputies say they arrested the man accused of aggressively attacking and attempting to sexually batter an elderly woman in broad daylight late last month.
Hillsborough County deputies say they arrested the man accused of aggressively attacking and attempting to sexually batter an elderly woman in broad daylight late last month.
Hillsborough sheriff: Brandon car wash shooting suspect fired a total of 72 rounds, nearly striking deputy
The Hillsborough County sheriff says a total of 72 rounds were fired by the shooting suspect who arrived at a Brandon car wash on Thursday, nearly hitting a deputy in her patrol car.
The Hillsborough County sheriff says a total of 72 rounds were fired by the shooting suspect who arrived at a Brandon car wash on Thursday, nearly hitting a deputy in her patrol car.
Army-Navy game leads to ‘fun rivalry’ for Tampa friends
The Army Navy rivalry has been going on since 1890 and when the two play football against each other, two Tampa families go to war to support their sons who attend the different academies.
The Army Navy rivalry has been going on since 1890 and when the two play football against each other, two Tampa families go to war to support their sons who attend the different academies.
Man suspected of killing, dismembering woman indicted on higher first-degree murder charges
A grand jury has indicted Robert Kessler on first-degree murder charges. He had been charged with second-degree murder after being accused of killing 47-year-old Stephanie Crone-Overholts from Pennsylvania and dumping her dismembered body into McKay Bay last month.
A grand jury has indicted Robert Kessler on first-degree murder charges. He had been charged with second-degree murder after being accused of killing 47-year-old Stephanie Crone-Overholts from Pennsylvania and dumping her dismembered body into McKay Bay last month.
Mayor Castor 'all in' for possibility of Rays split-season, multi-use Ybor City stadium
The Tampa Bay Rays continue scouting both sides of the bay and beyond for a potential new home base. Their focus is still on a split-city plan, but many want to know from where the money for a new stadium will come – and whether a bidding war between cities could be on the horizon.
The Tampa Bay Rays continue scouting both sides of the bay and beyond for a potential new home base. Their focus is still on a split-city plan, but many want to know from where the money for a new stadium will come – and whether a bidding war between cities could be on the horizon.
'Irate' gunman surrenders after opening fire at deputies along busy Brandon road
A man having a mental health crisis showed up to a Brandon car wash and started shooting Thursday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
A man having a mental health crisis showed up to a Brandon car wash and started shooting Thursday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
HCSO searching for person of interest in Dover homicide
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a person and vehicle of interest in connection with a homicide investigation in Dover.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a person and vehicle of interest in connection with a homicide investigation in Dover.
Wharton High teen awarded for life-saving actions
Wharton High School senior Daevon Crouch will be suiting up at linebacker for the Boston College Eagles next year, but that's not what earned him a round of applause and picture with Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister this week. That was for a play he made off the field.
Wharton High School senior Daevon Crouch will be suiting up at linebacker for the Boston College Eagles next year, but that's not what earned him a round of applause and picture with Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister this week. That was for a play he made off the field.
How Hollywood technology gives young patients freedom to walk
Going for a walk is something many take for granted, but it's a dream for many young patients with neurological disorders. Thanks to a recent upgrade, one Tampa children's hospital has a better chance of making those dreams come true.
Going for a walk is something many take for granted, but it's a dream for many young patients with neurological disorders. Thanks to a recent upgrade, one Tampa children's hospital has a better chance of making those dreams come true.
Jefferson High JROTC students take flight with help from Civil Air Patrol
A shortage of pilots has been looming over the airline industry, so veteran aviators hope to inspire young students and help them find ways to earn their pilot’s license -- normally an expensive proposition.
A shortage of pilots has been looming over the airline industry, so veteran aviators hope to inspire young students and help them find ways to earn their pilot’s license -- normally an expensive proposition.
Fun-Lan Drive-In and Flea Market closes with little warning for employees, faithful customers
Fun-Lan Drive-In and Flea Market on East Hillsborough Avenue has permanently closed only a week after employees were told they would soon be out of a job.
Fun-Lan Drive-In and Flea Market on East Hillsborough Avenue has permanently closed only a week after employees were told they would soon be out of a job.
Woman in stolen car arrested after troopers use PIT maneuver along Howard Frankland Bridge
Troopers had to use a PIT maneuver to stop a stolen car that was weaving in and out of rush-hour traffic along the Howard Frankland Bridge on Wednesday. The woman behind the wheel had active warrants for her arrest out of Georgia.
Troopers had to use a PIT maneuver to stop a stolen car that was weaving in and out of rush-hour traffic along the Howard Frankland Bridge on Wednesday. The woman behind the wheel had active warrants for her arrest out of Georgia.
Bay Area filmmaker casts neighbors in pandemic movie project
While the pandemic shut many businesses down last year and separated everyone, a New Tampa filmmaker saw it as an opportunity to launch a creative project that brought his neighbors together in the Grand Hampton community near the Hillsborough/Pasco County line.
While the pandemic shut many businesses down last year and separated everyone, a New Tampa filmmaker saw it as an opportunity to launch a creative project that brought his neighbors together in the Grand Hampton community near the Hillsborough/Pasco County line.