2 rescued after small plane winds up in water off Davis Islands
The plane came down in Hillsborough Bay, not far from Peter O. Knight Airport. Officials said, according to the pilot, the plane was experiencing possible engine trouble.
The plane came down in Hillsborough Bay, not far from Peter O. Knight Airport. Officials said, according to the pilot, the plane was experiencing possible engine trouble.
Metro Ministries, Meals on Wheels deliver free turkey meals for families in need
Thousands of homebound families in need across the Bay Area had their Thanksgiving meals delivered to their homes Monday ahead of the holiday.
Thousands of homebound families in need across the Bay Area had their Thanksgiving meals delivered to their homes Monday ahead of the holiday.
Tampa mommy blogger names top 5 favorite family-friendly activities
Marisa Langford, a Tampa mommy blogger, gives her top five favorite family activities around the Bay Area.
Marisa Langford, a Tampa mommy blogger, gives her top five favorite family activities around the Bay Area.
‘Like a gym for a quick snooze’: Tampa business offers pods for power naps
A downtown Tampa business is dedicated to napping, offering a place for people to take a power nap and get that much-needed energy boost for the rest of the day.
A downtown Tampa business is dedicated to napping, offering a place for people to take a power nap and get that much-needed energy boost for the rest of the day.
Woman in wheelchair killed in Tampa crash, police say
Tampa police say they are investigating a crash that led to the death of a woman in a wheelchair.
Tampa police say they are investigating a crash that led to the death of a woman in a wheelchair.
Tampa police: 14-year-old boy in critical condition after mom accidentally shoots him
A woman is accused of stabbing a man, then accidentally shooting her son, according to Tampa police.
A woman is accused of stabbing a man, then accidentally shooting her son, according to Tampa police.
Cuban freedom marches continue in Tampa and across the nation
About 100 demonstrators marched from the Cuban Club to Jose Marti Park in Ybor City on Sunday to show solidarity for the Cuban freedom movement.
About 100 demonstrators marched from the Cuban Club to Jose Marti Park in Ybor City on Sunday to show solidarity for the Cuban freedom movement.
Carnival cruises return to Tampa following 20-month hiatus
Carnival’s Pride set sail from Tampa over the weekend, marking the cruise line’s return to Port Tampa after 20 months.
Carnival’s Pride set sail from Tampa over the weekend, marking the cruise line’s return to Port Tampa after 20 months.
Small, minority-owned construction businesses get boost from USF
With construction in high demand and stiff competition to get contracts, the University of South Florida just launched a free small business mentorship program to help build diversity within the industry.
With construction in high demand and stiff competition to get contracts, the University of South Florida just launched a free small business mentorship program to help build diversity within the industry.
Police hope tattoo leads to answers after second body part found in McKay Bay
Tampa police have launched a death investigation after a second human body part was found in McKay Bay.
Tampa police have launched a death investigation after a second human body part was found in McKay Bay.
Tyrone Johnson could be sentenced to death after jury finds him guilty of murder
A jury found Tyrone Johnson guilty of first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder in the deaths of his girlfriend and her 10-year-old son, which means he could be sentenced to death.
A jury found Tyrone Johnson guilty of first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder in the deaths of his girlfriend and her 10-year-old son, which means he could be sentenced to death.
Intention unclear of man who fatally shot himself while in car on Howard Frankland Bridge
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a man who appears to have shot himself while riding in a vehicle on the Howard Frankland Bridge has died from his injuries. The incident happened just after 11 a.m. Friday on the hump of the bridge's northbound side.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a man who appears to have shot himself while riding in a vehicle on the Howard Frankland Bridge has died from his injuries. The incident happened just after 11 a.m. Friday on the hump of the bridge's northbound side.
Plant City leaders hope mural helps area maintain small-town feel amid rapid growth
A small part of historic Plant City is getting a fresh coat of paint. Artist Keith Goodson is painting a new mural on the side of the Whistle Stop Cafe, a Plant City institution.
A small part of historic Plant City is getting a fresh coat of paint. Artist Keith Goodson is painting a new mural on the side of the Whistle Stop Cafe, a Plant City institution.
Tampa police investigating deadly pedestrian crash
Tampa police said a fatal crash occurred Friday morning that shut down a roadway for a couple of hours.
Tampa police said a fatal crash occurred Friday morning that shut down a roadway for a couple of hours.
Semi-truck driver dies following early-morning crash in Tampa
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say the Riverview man behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer died following a crash in Tampa.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say the Riverview man behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer died following a crash in Tampa.
Florida Strawberry Festival reveals 2022 musical lineup
The Florida Strawberry Festival released its entertainment lineup for the 2022 event, featuring everyone from Boyz II Men to The Oak Ridge Boys to Sammy Hagar.
The Florida Strawberry Festival released its entertainment lineup for the 2022 event, featuring everyone from Boyz II Men to The Oak Ridge Boys to Sammy Hagar.
One person found dead in Tampa mobile home fire
Hillsborough County fire officials are investigating the cause of a mobile home fire where one person was found dead.
Hillsborough County fire officials are investigating the cause of a mobile home fire where one person was found dead.
Veteran guitar instructor creating memorial instrument for fallen service members
A Tampa guitar instructor who designs incredible handmade guitars has been working on an extra special project. He's building a custom guitar for one of his students who lost two brothers in Afghanistan. It's been an emotional journey as he crafts this musical memorial.
A Tampa guitar instructor who designs incredible handmade guitars has been working on an extra special project. He's building a custom guitar for one of his students who lost two brothers in Afghanistan. It's been an emotional journey as he crafts this musical memorial.
Tampa veteran anxiously awaits heart transplant
Hector Fernandez says he can't pray for a new heart. That would mean he's praying for someone else to suffer a tragedy. But the Army veteran and father of four says if he does get a new heart, he hopes "to be worth it" and live the best life he can.
Hector Fernandez says he can't pray for a new heart. That would mean he's praying for someone else to suffer a tragedy. But the Army veteran and father of four says if he does get a new heart, he hopes "to be worth it" and live the best life he can.
Police: Human body part found by angler in Tampa Bay
A fisherman called police early Thursday evening after spotting what looked like a human body part floating in McKay Bay.
A fisherman called police early Thursday evening after spotting what looked like a human body part floating in McKay Bay.