Tampa man accused of having sexual relationship with 13-year-old girl messaged 11 other juveniles: MCSO
A Tampa man has been arrested after deputies say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl in Marion County.
A Tampa man has been arrested after deputies say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl in Marion County.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn says he's running again
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Boyette Road to close for weeks at U.S. 301 in Hillsborough County. Here's what to know
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
Schmidt scores again, Bobrovsky has 19 saves as Panthers beat Lightning 2-0 for 2-0 series lead
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
Armed man dressed in tactical gear killed by Hillsborough deputies identified as Army veteran
The man who was shot and killed by deputies after an incident in Hillsborough County has been identified as a U.S. Army veteran.
The man who was shot and killed by deputies after an incident in Hillsborough County has been identified as a U.S. Army veteran.
'Extended road closure' on Westshore Blvd. cleared after vehicle crashed into TECO pole: TPD
A stretch of S. Westshore Blvd. was shut down for hours on Thursday after a vehicle crashed into a TECO pole.
A stretch of S. Westshore Blvd. was shut down for hours on Thursday after a vehicle crashed into a TECO pole.
Tampa woman convicted of teen's 2004 murder gets reduced prison sentence
A judge has reduced the sentence of a Tampa woman convicted in the 2004 murder of a 16-year-old girl from life in prison to 35 years, followed by eight years of probation.
A judge has reduced the sentence of a Tampa woman convicted in the 2004 murder of a 16-year-old girl from life in prison to 35 years, followed by eight years of probation.
Senator Rick Scott joins Venezuelan leaders to rally for freedom and democracy
U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined Venezuelan community leaders in Tampa for a rally Thursday, reiterating his mission to help fight for freedom and democracy in Venezuela.
U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined Venezuelan community leaders in Tampa for a rally Thursday, reiterating his mission to help fight for freedom and democracy in Venezuela.
Florida man armed with assault rifle, dressed in tactical gear, shot & killed by deputies: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies shot and killed a man dressed in body armor after he was walking just south of Causeway Blvd. with a fully-loaded assault rifle, according to the sheriff's office.
Hillsborough County deputies shot and killed a man dressed in body armor after he was walking just south of Causeway Blvd. with a fully-loaded assault rifle, according to the sheriff's office.
Popular senior prank wars tied to school lockdowns in Tampa
It’s a popular senior game, sometimes called "water wars" or "senior assassins," but this week, it led to two Bay Area schools locking their doors and calling law enforcement.
It’s a popular senior game, sometimes called "water wars" or "senior assassins," but this week, it led to two Bay Area schools locking their doors and calling law enforcement.
Bay Area leaders weigh in as Florida House debates reworking tourism tax laws
A bill that’s just starting to make its way through the Florida House is ruffling some feathers, specifically within the tourism industry.
A bill that’s just starting to make its way through the Florida House is ruffling some feathers, specifically within the tourism industry.
USF doctor enters final year of research to see if AI can detect vocal diseases
Three years into a project using artificial intelligence and voice to detect diseases and disorders, a University of South Florida laryngologist is ready for the next step in helping patients.
Three years into a project using artificial intelligence and voice to detect diseases and disorders, a University of South Florida laryngologist is ready for the next step in helping patients.
New high-tech buoys in the Hillsborough River aim to kill harmful algae that can kill fish, wildlife
When you turn on your spigot in Tampa, water managers said you'll get tastier, better water thanks to new hi-tech buoys in the Hillsborough River. The solar-powered buoys kill harmful algae and can stop a toxic bloom that can kill fish and wildlife.
When you turn on your spigot in Tampa, water managers said you'll get tastier, better water thanks to new hi-tech buoys in the Hillsborough River. The solar-powered buoys kill harmful algae and can stop a toxic bloom that can kill fish and wildlife.
Tkachuk stars in his return by scoring twice as the Panthers top Lightning 6-2 in series opener
Matthew Tkachuk had two power-play goals and an assist in his first game after a two-month absence and the Florida Panthers opened defense of their Stanley Cup title with a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night in the first game of the teams’ first-round playoff series.
Matthew Tkachuk had two power-play goals and an assist in his first game after a two-month absence and the Florida Panthers opened defense of their Stanley Cup title with a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night in the first game of the teams’ first-round playoff series.
Man behind the wheel in deadly Plant City crash arrested for DUI manslaughter: Deputies
A man who deputies said was behind the wheel during a deadly Plant City crash that happened more than a month ago has been arrested for DUI manslaughter.
A man who deputies said was behind the wheel during a deadly Plant City crash that happened more than a month ago has been arrested for DUI manslaughter.
IDEA Victory School's drumline making an impact on young performers in Bay Area
The winning ways of the newest program at IDEA Victory School, the IDEA Drumline, is teaching kids much more than music.
The winning ways of the newest program at IDEA Victory School, the IDEA Drumline, is teaching kids much more than music.
Couple turns harrowing medical journey into a message of hope
We're continuing our week-long celebration of National Volunteer Month, and tonight's story shows a couple turning personal hardship into a hospital-wide hope.
We're continuing our week-long celebration of National Volunteer Month, and tonight's story shows a couple turning personal hardship into a hospital-wide hope.
Suspect behind bars after Gibsonton road rage shooting along I-75
A man was arrested over the weekend after a Gibsonton road rage shooting on I-75, according to deputies.
A man was arrested over the weekend after a Gibsonton road rage shooting on I-75, according to deputies.
New attorney representing driver in Bayshore crash for post-conviction hearing
The man convicted of hitting and killing a mother and her baby during a street racing incident on Bayshore Boulevard is appearing in court on Tuesday for a post-conviction relief hearing.
The man convicted of hitting and killing a mother and her baby during a street racing incident on Bayshore Boulevard is appearing in court on Tuesday for a post-conviction relief hearing.
Video: 13 arrested in months-long investigation involving Latin Kings
More than a dozen people face criminal charges after a months-long investigation into alleged drug trafficking and organized crime involving several members of the Latin Kings, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
More than a dozen people face criminal charges after a months-long investigation into alleged drug trafficking and organized crime involving several members of the Latin Kings, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.