HCSO: Man struck by object after deputy fires at charging dog
A Tampa man suffered a non-life-threatening injury after a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy fired several shots toward a dog while responding to a disturbance call, according to HCSO.
A Tampa man suffered a non-life-threatening injury after a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy fired several shots toward a dog while responding to a disturbance call, according to HCSO.
Hospitals desperate to keep nurses as workers retreats from healthcare
About a quarter of Florida nurses are leaving the workforce, either due to burnout, retirement, or other jobs, and healthcare leaders said they’re reaching a breaking point.
About a quarter of Florida nurses are leaving the workforce, either due to burnout, retirement, or other jobs, and healthcare leaders said they’re reaching a breaking point.
Rising food prices, supply chain issues pushing up menu prices
Diners may notice a higher number on the receipt next time they're out to eat. Restaurants are up against a storm of obstacles from soaring food prices to shipping delays. It's forcing some restaurants, still recovering from the pandemic, to make the difficult choice to raise menu prices.
Diners may notice a higher number on the receipt next time they're out to eat. Restaurants are up against a storm of obstacles from soaring food prices to shipping delays. It's forcing some restaurants, still recovering from the pandemic, to make the difficult choice to raise menu prices.
'I still deal with nightmares': Former foster child recalls Eckerd Connects experiences
After the Pinellas Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into one of the county's state-contracted foster care and social services agencies, those who have been through the system are sharing their experiences being forced to stay overnight in offices not meant for housing children.
After the Pinellas Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into one of the county's state-contracted foster care and social services agencies, those who have been through the system are sharing their experiences being forced to stay overnight in offices not meant for housing children.
Woman gets 10 years probation for son's drowning in Bullfrog Creek
A bad decision on the water changed a Hillsborough County woman's life forever and led to the tragic death of her 9-year-old son. Despite facing 15 years in jail, prosecutors and a judge showed mercy in the final stage of the case.
A bad decision on the water changed a Hillsborough County woman's life forever and led to the tragic death of her 9-year-old son. Despite facing 15 years in jail, prosecutors and a judge showed mercy in the final stage of the case.
Tampa police arrest attempted Clearwater carjacker
Tampa police arrested Emmitt Williams, 24, for attempted strong-armed robbery, one day after he was identified as a suspect in an attempted carjacking at a Clearwater Subway restaurant.
Tampa police arrested Emmitt Williams, 24, for attempted strong-armed robbery, one day after he was identified as a suspect in an attempted carjacking at a Clearwater Subway restaurant.
60 years after opening, Tampa’s first Village Inn remains a family affair
In 1961, the Sherwoods opened Tampa’s first Village Inn. Since the, it has been passed down through three generations but they say they still keep family at the forefront.
In 1961, the Sherwoods opened Tampa’s first Village Inn. Since the, it has been passed down through three generations but they say they still keep family at the forefront.
HCC moves ahead with 4-year nursing program as experts project staffing shortage in Florida
Amid warnings about a severe nursing shortage, Hillsborough Community College is getting ready to launch its first-ever four-year degree.
Amid warnings about a severe nursing shortage, Hillsborough Community College is getting ready to launch its first-ever four-year degree.
Apprenticeship-to-career program prepares future healthcare, IT, manufacturing workers
Employees in healthcare, information technology and manufacturing are in high demand, and soon a new apprenticeship program will help a group of disadvantaged young adults throw their resumes in the ring.
Employees in healthcare, information technology and manufacturing are in high demand, and soon a new apprenticeship program will help a group of disadvantaged young adults throw their resumes in the ring.
Tampa leaders vote to fund new Hanna Avenue City Center
Tampa city council members voted to fund a new state-of-the-art City Center that will serve as the future hub for numerous city services.
Tampa city council members voted to fund a new state-of-the-art City Center that will serve as the future hub for numerous city services.
Cigar company owner breaks barriers after pandemic put her career on pause
When the pandemic hit, working in the online fashion industry was no longer sustainable for Chantel Leavitt. She says COVID-19 forced her to reinvent herself so she could make a living.
When the pandemic hit, working in the online fashion industry was no longer sustainable for Chantel Leavitt. She says COVID-19 forced her to reinvent herself so she could make a living.
Cryptocurrency conference increases Tampa's clout in financial-tech sector
A two-day event in Tampa will focus on blockchain and financial technology in Florida with the hopes of making the state a leader in the field.
A two-day event in Tampa will focus on blockchain and financial technology in Florida with the hopes of making the state a leader in the field.
Convicted child killer, rapist wants off death row
Convicted child killer Granville Ritchie is sitting on death row for the rape and murder of nine-year-old Felecia Williams in 2014, but he says he doesn't belong there and is now asking the Florida Supreme court to intervene.
Convicted child killer Granville Ritchie is sitting on death row for the rape and murder of nine-year-old Felecia Williams in 2014, but he says he doesn't belong there and is now asking the Florida Supreme court to intervene.
From wine to chocolate to oysters, more restaurants opening soon in Tampa's Water Street district
Jennifer Bingham, who opened Cru Cellars years ago in South Tampa, will open two spots along Water Street Tampa early next year: “Small Giant Bar and Restaurant,” and a wine and liquor shop called “Wine on Water.”
Jennifer Bingham, who opened Cru Cellars years ago in South Tampa, will open two spots along Water Street Tampa early next year: “Small Giant Bar and Restaurant,” and a wine and liquor shop called “Wine on Water.”
Small plane lands on grassy median of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard
The view from SkyFOX showed the single-engine, single-seat Cessna sitting on the median along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard near the Interstate 75 ramp. One lane of traffic on Bruce B. Downs is closed for the investigation.
The view from SkyFOX showed the single-engine, single-seat Cessna sitting on the median along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard near the Interstate 75 ramp. One lane of traffic on Bruce B. Downs is closed for the investigation.
Broadway is back: Straz Center raises curtain after nearly two years of darkness
Broadway shows have been put on hold for nearly two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the show must go on and Tampa is one of the cities in the country raising the curtain.
Broadway shows have been put on hold for nearly two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the show must go on and Tampa is one of the cities in the country raising the curtain.
Orlando man dies in Hillsborough Avenue crash
A pedestrian has passed away after attempting to cross Hillsborough Avenue on Tuesday morning.
A pedestrian has passed away after attempting to cross Hillsborough Avenue on Tuesday morning.
Tampa police search for suspects seen stealing driver's personal items from Amazon truck
Tampa police released surveillance video showing two unidentified men rummaging through an Amazon truck as the driver was delivering a package.
Tampa police released surveillance video showing two unidentified men rummaging through an Amazon truck as the driver was delivering a package.
Town hall scheduled Thursday to discuss I-275 expansion project in Tampa
The Florida Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to discuss the new expansion of I-275 in Tampa.
The Florida Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to discuss the new expansion of I-275 in Tampa.
Tampa leading the way in safer driving technology research; volunteers needed
We're fast moving toward a world where vehicles can talk to each other and to the roadway. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is looking for 300 drivers to test one of these new systems and it could lead to fewer crashes on Tampa roadways.
We're fast moving toward a world where vehicles can talk to each other and to the roadway. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is looking for 300 drivers to test one of these new systems and it could lead to fewer crashes on Tampa roadways.