Rethinking the storm: New hurricane scale could better warn communities
For decades, the Saffir-Simpson scale has rated hurricanes solely by wind strength, from Category 1 to 5. But researchers say that leaves out the deadliest threats: storm surge and flooding.
For decades, the Saffir-Simpson scale has rated hurricanes solely by wind strength, from Category 1 to 5. But researchers say that leaves out the deadliest threats: storm surge and flooding.
Murder-suicide investigation in Valrico: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a murder-suicide in Valrico after a man called saying "he did something bad and that he was sorry."
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a murder-suicide in Valrico after a man called saying "he did something bad and that he was sorry."
Suspect charged with murder after shooting at Lutz home: HCSO
A suspect has now been arrested and charged with murder after a shooting left one man dead at a home in Lutz on August 17, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A suspect has now been arrested and charged with murder after a shooting left one man dead at a home in Lutz on August 17, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Bringing people together with New York style pizza is the passion of 3 Corners
Bringing the taste of New York to Tampa, 3 Corners pairs people and pizza
Bringing the taste of New York to Tampa, 3 Corners pairs people and pizza
No more cash for delays: DOT ends airline compensation plan
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has canceled a proposed 2023 rule that would have required airlines to compensate passengers for major delays.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has canceled a proposed 2023 rule that would have required airlines to compensate passengers for major delays.
Two abandoned dogs now available for adoption
Two malnourished dogs surrendered last month have recovered and are now available for adoption.
Two malnourished dogs surrendered last month have recovered and are now available for adoption.
Man accused of shooting at Hillsborough County deputies takes the stand
The man who's accused of shooting at Hillsborough County deputies outside his home in 2021 took the stand on Friday.
The man who's accused of shooting at Hillsborough County deputies outside his home in 2021 took the stand on Friday.
Tampa Bay family creates non-profit after losing child to cancer
A Tampa Bay family has turned their grief into a non-profit to help other families who have a child with cancer.
A Tampa Bay family has turned their grief into a non-profit to help other families who have a child with cancer.
Hulk Hogan sex tape: Judge grants restraining order in lawsuit over documentary
In a case involving the estate of the late professional wrestler Hulk Hogan and the radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge Clem, a federal judge Thursday issued a temporary restraining order to block the use of a sex tape in a documentary about Hogan.
In a case involving the estate of the late professional wrestler Hulk Hogan and the radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge Clem, a federal judge Thursday issued a temporary restraining order to block the use of a sex tape in a documentary about Hogan.
Suspect shot while assaulting woman outside home: HCSO
A suspect is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say another man opened fire as the suspect attacked a woman outside a home early Friday.
A suspect is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say another man opened fire as the suspect attacked a woman outside a home early Friday.
Tampa Bay area public schools see sharp enrollment decline
School hallways in the Tampa Bay area are emptier than expected this fall.
School hallways in the Tampa Bay area are emptier than expected this fall.
U.S. AG Pam Bondi back in Tampa to highlight trafficking arrests
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi stood alongside U.S. attorneys from Florida, Texas and Vermont to highlight indictments that were unsealed in just the last week across the country.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi stood alongside U.S. attorneys from Florida, Texas and Vermont to highlight indictments that were unsealed in just the last week across the country.
'Stand Your Ground' hearing continues for Tampa attorney accused of opening fire on Hillsborough deputies
The third day of a Stand Your Ground hearing wrapped up on Thursday in the case of Harold Lewis, the Tampa attorney accused of opening fire on Hillsborough County deputies during a welfare check at his home in April 2021.
The third day of a Stand Your Ground hearing wrapped up on Thursday in the case of Harold Lewis, the Tampa attorney accused of opening fire on Hillsborough County deputies during a welfare check at his home in April 2021.
Another severely neglected dog is being treated at Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Another case of animal neglect and cruelty has surfaced in the Tampa Bay Area.
Another case of animal neglect and cruelty has surfaced in the Tampa Bay Area.
‘Operation Van Diesel’ targets Florida fuel theft ring, nets nearly a dozen arrests
Law enforcement officials say 10 people, including seven who are in the U.S. illegally, have been arrested, and an 11th suspect is wanted in a statewide diesel fuel theft ring totaling roughly $650,000.
Law enforcement officials say 10 people, including seven who are in the U.S. illegally, have been arrested, and an 11th suspect is wanted in a statewide diesel fuel theft ring totaling roughly $650,000.
Dog abandoned on side of Hillsborough County road with legs tied together, officials seeking answers
Officials in Hillsborough County are pressing for answers after they say someone left a dog on the side of the road with its legs tied together.
Officials in Hillsborough County are pressing for answers after they say someone left a dog on the side of the road with its legs tied together.
Hillsborough County affordable housing funding at stake as faith leaders, advocates push to protect $2M
Hillsborough County commissioners are set to take a tentative vote Thursday evening on a $12 billion budget for the next fiscal year. A key point of contention: whether to keep $2 million set aside for affordable housing.
Hillsborough County commissioners are set to take a tentative vote Thursday evening on a $12 billion budget for the next fiscal year. A key point of contention: whether to keep $2 million set aside for affordable housing.
Hit-and-run crash on ramp from I-275 to I-4 in downtown Tampa under investigation
A hit-and-run crash caused major traffic delays along I-275 southbound approaching the I-4 exit in downtown Tampa on Thursday morning.
A hit-and-run crash caused major traffic delays along I-275 southbound approaching the I-4 exit in downtown Tampa on Thursday morning.
New seagrass project aims to feed manatees in Apollo Beach
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.