Sixth teenager arrested for brutal Davis Islands dog park attack

A sixth teenager has been arrested in connection with a brutal attack at a Tampa dog park that left another teen unconscious, police said Monday.

USF president stepping down after successor is named, university officials say

University of South Florida President Rhea Law announced on Monday that she will soon step down three years after being selected to lead the school.

Riverview man gets revenge on scammer, helps deputies during undercover sting: HCSO

A Riverview resident said he provided information to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office that ultimately led to an arrest after he was scammed out of thousands of dollars.

9 'trailblazers' honored at Tampa Black History Celebration

Traditional African music and dance set an energetic tone at the 37th annual Black History Celebration put on by the City of Tampa Black History Committee. 

Crews battle large fire at Temple Terrace home

The Temple Terrace Fire Department says firefighters battled heavy flames coming through the roof of a home on Sunday night.

Teen arrested for having loaded gun on high school campus: HCSO

A 16-year-old faces criminal charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he took a loaded gun to a high school campus on Monday.

1 killed in double shooting, homicide investigation underway: PCPD

One person died and another is recovering from injuries after they were found shot inside car in Plant City on Sunday night, police said.

5 juveniles arrested for alleged assault at Davis Islands Dog Park: TPD

5 juveniles were arrested Friday night after Tampa Police say they assaulted 2 other juveniles who were in a truck at the Davis Island Dog Park.

Suspected wrong-way drunk driver arrested after falling asleep on I-75: FHP

A suspected drunk driver from Miami was arrested in Tampa after he was found passed out in his car in the median of I-75 early Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Raymond James hosts biggest soccer match in its history with superstar Lionel Messi on the field

A star-studded soccer showdown drew tens of thousands of fans to Raymond James Stadium on Friday, as Inter Miami FC faced off against Orlando City. And, it wasn’t just the match-up that drew in the massive crowd – it was the chance to see soccer legend Lionel Messi in action.

Nearly 50 Florida sex offenders arrested after being caught with unreported online dating accounts: FDLE

If you’re looking for love on the dating apps this Valentine’s Day, you may want to double-check who you’ve been communicating with in Florida after investigators say nearly 50 sex offenders were arrested for having unreported online dating accounts. 

TPD touts crime reductions in Friday's 2024 Annual Report release

The Tampa Police Department released its 2024 Annual Report on Friday."It's all about the hard work of our police officers and the community working together," TPD chief Lee Bercaw told FOX 13. 

Dog dies after suspect drags it behind truck for one mile on busy Tampa road: Police

A man was arrested Thursday after tying a dog to the back of his truck, dragging it for one mile and leaving it for dead, according to the Tampa Police Department. 

The Motor Enclave brings new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day to car lovers

A Tampa Bay area car community has a new and fast way to celebrate Valentine's Day. They say give your significant other a real thrill ride with a professional driver.