Temple Terrace Fire Department mourns unexpected loss of lieutenant
A lieutenant with the Temple Terrace Fire Department, who was named Firefighter of the Year in 2016, has died unexpectedly.
A lieutenant with the Temple Terrace Fire Department, who was named Firefighter of the Year in 2016, has died unexpectedly.
16-year-old shooting suspect ambushed teenage victim: TPD
One teen is in the hospital and another is in jail following a shooting in Tampa on Tuesday afternoon.
One teen is in the hospital and another is in jail following a shooting in Tampa on Tuesday afternoon.
Suspected scammer may have swindled people in Tampa: FBI
The FBI is asking anyone who may have been victimized by a man indicted for wire fraud and money laundering to come forward.
The FBI is asking anyone who may have been victimized by a man indicted for wire fraud and money laundering to come forward.
Florida home sales drop after hurricanes, Tampa among worst cities in nation
Florida’s housing market is experiencing a significant slowdown, with home sales falling statewide, including in the Tampa Bay area.
Florida’s housing market is experiencing a significant slowdown, with home sales falling statewide, including in the Tampa Bay area.
19-year-old arrested for murder of 18-year-old on basketball court, Highlands deputies say
A 19-year-old faces several charges, including murder, after Highlands County deputies say he shot and killed an 18-year-old on a basketball court.
A 19-year-old faces several charges, including murder, after Highlands County deputies say he shot and killed an 18-year-old on a basketball court.
Birth mother of 13-year-old believed to be murdered shares concern for other child adopted by suspect
Selena, 13, never really had a chance to be a child. She went through foster care before being adopted by a Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) worker.
Selena, 13, never really had a chance to be a child. She went through foster care before being adopted by a Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) worker.
Massive collection of world objects at the Florida Museum of Natural History on UF's campus
The Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida has a massive collection of objects from around the world.
The Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida has a massive collection of objects from around the world.
Nurse diagnosed with blood cancer fulfills dying wish to see new ‘Wicked’ movie
A Tampa Bay area nurse who was diagnosed with blood cancer had one dying wish – to see the new movie “Wicked" in theaters. With the help of friends and family, that wish was fulfilled on Monday.
A Tampa Bay area nurse who was diagnosed with blood cancer had one dying wish – to see the new movie “Wicked" in theaters. With the help of friends and family, that wish was fulfilled on Monday.
FPL lights up holidays for Bay Area first responders who served during Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Florida Power and Light Company usually turns the lights on, but Tuesday, they turned on lights of a different kind, ones that spread holiday cheer for first responders.
Florida Power and Light Company usually turns the lights on, but Tuesday, they turned on lights of a different kind, ones that spread holiday cheer for first responders.
Cold case homicide victim gets proper ceremony, burial in Polk County 52 years after murder
Mack Proctor's murder had eluded Polk County detectives for decades, but thanks to science, his case was solved. Now Proctor is finally being laid to rest properly.
Mack Proctor's murder had eluded Polk County detectives for decades, but thanks to science, his case was solved. Now Proctor is finally being laid to rest properly.
Tampa shoppers to see increased police presence ahead of holidays
Holiday shoppers will notice an increased police presence at shopping centers, malls and stores, the Tampa Police Department announced on Tuesday.
Holiday shoppers will notice an increased police presence at shopping centers, malls and stores, the Tampa Police Department announced on Tuesday.
Tampa oncologist conducting research to develop vaccine to prevent pediatric leukemia
Pediatric cancer has touched the lives of families around the world, and that's why one Tampa doctor is working toward developing a vaccine.
Pediatric cancer has touched the lives of families around the world, and that's why one Tampa doctor is working toward developing a vaccine.
$1M of stolen coins from treasure ships that sank off Florida during 1715 hurricane recovered by FWC
A member of a family who uncovered a ‘treasure trove’ of 101 coins from wrecks off Florida’s Treasure Coast is accused of selling multiple stolen coins between 2023 and 2024.
A member of a family who uncovered a ‘treasure trove’ of 101 coins from wrecks off Florida’s Treasure Coast is accused of selling multiple stolen coins between 2023 and 2024.
Why Bay Area officials say shopping locally this holiday season is more important than ever
The holiday season is upon us in the Bay Area, and some of our leaders are urging residents to shop locally when buying holiday gifts for loved ones.
The holiday season is upon us in the Bay Area, and some of our leaders are urging residents to shop locally when buying holiday gifts for loved ones.
Dogs Inc. training the next generation of service dogs
If you see a group of puppies and handlers dressed in purple in a public place in Tampa, chances are they are part of a Dogs Inc. program.
If you see a group of puppies and handlers dressed in purple in a public place in Tampa, chances are they are part of a Dogs Inc. program.
96th annual St. Petersburg Santa Parade and Tree Lighting this Saturday
St. Petersburg has unveiled it's 2024 holiday event lineup which features festive parades, a tree lighting, movies in the park and more for the whole family.
St. Petersburg has unveiled it's 2024 holiday event lineup which features festive parades, a tree lighting, movies in the park and more for the whole family.
Search is on for shooter of Tampa teenager, TPD says
A Tampa man was hit by a bullet on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A Tampa man was hit by a bullet on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Florida man sold cocaine at his jewelry store, deputies say
A jewelry store owner is facing charges after a months-long investigation found that he trafficked and sold cocaine at his business, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.
A jewelry store owner is facing charges after a months-long investigation found that he trafficked and sold cocaine at his business, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.
Video: Deputies capture ‘reckless’ wrong-way driver accused of dumping car at Tampa gas station before running
A wrong-way driver was arrested on Monday near the intersection of Fletcher Ave. and Riverhills Dr. after Hillsborough County Deputies say he attempted to evade police.
A wrong-way driver was arrested on Monday near the intersection of Fletcher Ave. and Riverhills Dr. after Hillsborough County Deputies say he attempted to evade police.
Body of missing Florida boy found in the water, deputies confirm
The body of a 7-year-old Florida boy was found Tuesday morning, hours after authorities issued a statewide Missing Child Alert.
The body of a 7-year-old Florida boy was found Tuesday morning, hours after authorities issued a statewide Missing Child Alert.