Gasparilla 2026: Inside Tampa PD’s Real-Time Crime Center helping keep crowds safe

Officials from more than 30 different agencies will work together in the Tampa Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) to monitor crowds this Gasparilla season. 

Teen killed in Tampa shooting, no arrests made: TPD

A 16-year-old female is dead after a shooting in Tampa early on Thursday morning, according to police.

Video: Convicted felon arrested with guns, drugs and stolen cards at Tampa Tesla charging station

A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.

Tampa house fire leaves cat dead, 5 other pets rescued: HCFR

A cat passed away, and five other pets were rescued from a home that caught fire in Tampa Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Tampa Bay Lightning to stay at Benchmark Arena through 2043

The Tampa Bay Lightning are staying in Tampa for the long haul after Hillsborough County commissioners signed off on a new lease extension agreement.

Fire spreads between homes in Tampa neighborhood: HCFR

Firefighters battled flames that spread across two homes in a Tampa neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Tampa 'super speeder' jailed after going more than 140 mph on I-4: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested early Wednesday morning after a trooper clocked a sedan traveling at more than 140 mph on Interstate 4 in Plant City.

Rays, Hillsborough College enter ‘Memo of Understanding’ to start developing stadium, campus plans

The Tampa Bay Rays are a step closer to building a new stadium on the Tampa side of the bay. There was a vote at Hillsborough College (HC) on Tuesday that is the first step in that direction. 

'Free America Walkout' draws protesters across Tampa Bay area

Protesters across the Tampa Bay area stepped away from work, school and stores on Tuesday as part of the nationwide "Free America Walkout," marking one year since the start of President Donald Trump's second term.

Raymond James Stadium gears up for NHL Stadium Series matchup

The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up to host the Boston Bruins for an outdoor game at Raymond James Stadium on February 1. It will be the first game in NHL history to be played in an outdoor football stadium in Florida.

Indiana, Miami fans pack Tampa Bay watch parties for national championship game

The Indiana Hoosiers are champions for the first time in program history, defeating Miami 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium.