From wedding bells to cowbells: Local couple looks back on 2009 Tropicana Field reception

As the Tampa Bay Rays chase a championship, a Winter Haven couple is looking back at their own big day at the ballpark – when they hosted their wedding reception at Tropicana Field in 2009.

Man charged with attempted murder after alleged stabbing, carjacking in Tampa: HCSO

A man was critically injured Tuesday afternoon after an attacker repeatedly stabbed him, searched his pockets, and stole his vehicle in Tampa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

50 unlicensed contractors busted in Hillsborough County during ‘Operation Bad Builder’: HCSO

A four-month undercover investigation in Hillsborough County ended with 50 arrests after authorities targeted unlicensed contractors exploiting residents who are still trying to rebuild.

HYROX makes Tampa debut with thousands of athletes expected downtown

Thousands of athletes are descending on downtown Tampa for the city's first HYROX competition, bringing one of the world's fastest-growing fitness events to the Tampa Convention Center.

Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers: World Series matchup divides Davenport newlyweds

A newly married Davenport couple is putting their fresh wedding vows to the test after learning their opposing baseball teams will face off in the World Series.

Subtropical Storm Josephine forms off East Coast before heading out to sea

Subtropical Storm Josephine has formed off the east coast of the United States with the storm as the system prepares to move northeast and away from the United States. 

Hillsborough County considers restrictions on potent kratom compound

Hillsborough County commissioners are taking the first step toward potentially restricting a potent chemical compound found in some products marketed as kratom supplements.

Hillsborough deputy released from hospital after patrol vehicle hit on I-75: HCSO

A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office corporal was released from the hospital after her patrol vehicle was hit from behind while she was assisting at a crash scene on Interstate 75, the agency said.

Tampa Bay Rays wedding: Bay Area couple invites Raymond to baseball-themed ceremony

For Brooke Steele and Gabriel Rodriguez, the Tampa Bay Rays are more than just a baseball team; they’re part of the family. With the Rays headed to the World Series and their wedding just weeks away, the couple is finding ways to make their love for the team part of their big day.

Tampa rapper convicted of murder requests death sentence in letter to judge

A convicted killer in Tampa wrote a letter asking a judge to sentence him to death for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend's unborn child.

Tropical development chance grows for low pressure off Carolinas

A low-pressure system off the North Carolina coast is threatening the East Coast with heavy surf, gusty winds and coastal flooding while holding potential to transform into Tropical Storm Josephine.

Photos: ‘Space jellyfish’ light up Bay Area sky after SpaceX launch

SpaceX launched 32 payloads into orbit aboard its Bandwagon-5 rideshare mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station early Tuesday morning.

Dog cognitive decline treatment: USF Health develops new gene therapy

Researchers at the University of South Florida are developing a gene therapy injection aimed at treating canine cognitive decline. The team hopes the one-time treatment will target the disease directly and give pets more quality time with their families.

Ruskin US-41 crash: Woman seriously injured after vehicle lands on building

A Bradenton woman is in the hospital Monday after her car landed on top of a building off of US-41 and flipped back onto the ground during a serious crash. 

Tropical development possible off Southeast coast as system drifts northeast

Forecasters are monitoring an ocean disturbance off the Southeast coast that could turn into Subtropical Storm Josephine, bringing rough surf and coastal flooding to the East Coast while steering clear of Tampa Bay.

Early voting opens in Hillsborough County: Here's what to know

Early voting for the general election opened across Hillsborough County on Monday morning, starting a two-week window for residents to cast ballots in person.

Missing 5-year-old boy dies after being found in Progress Village pond: HCSO

A 5-year-old boy who was reported missing from his Progress Village home Saturday morning was found in a retention pond and later pronounced dead, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.