Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo. 

Historic West Tampa community center to be rebuilt in revitalization project

The historic Rey Park Center is being demolished and rebuilt as part of an ongoing effort to revitalize West Tampa, and city leaders officially broke ground on the project Wednesday.

1Voice Academy: Hillsborough schools renews partnership for children battling cancer

Hillsborough County Public Schools officials renewed an agreement Wednesday with Brandon-based 1Voice Academy to continue funding a dedicated teacher for children battling cancer over the next five years. 

Gibsonton woman survives severe heart blockages after cardiac score test

A silent heart condition nearly pushed a Tampa Bay area grandmother to the brink of a medical emergency, prompting doctors at Tampa General Hospital to spread awareness about a life-saving arterial screening.

Fugitive arrested in Hillsborough County after years on the run: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a wanted suspect last Thursday who spent years evading law enforcement while endangering the public and deputies.

Bay Area water restrictions extended through October as drought conditions persist: Here's what to know

Water restrictions across the Bay Area will remain in place through the peak of summer after a regional vote to extend the Modified Phase III "Extreme" Water Shortage declaration due to ongoing drought conditions.

Julio Foolio murder: Four men formally sentenced to life in prison for Tampa ambush

A Hillsborough County judge formally sentenced four men to life in prison without parole Monday for the targeted ambush murder of Jacksonville rapper Charles Jones, known as "Julio Foolio."

New boats, local operator secured for year-round Tampa Bay Ferry

Tampa Bay’s ferry service is moving closer to a comeback with two new vessels secured for the route between Tampa and St. Pete.

Florida expands emergency ban on ‘gas station morphine’

Florida officials are expanding an emergency ban to target new chemical compounds that bypass previous restrictions on a high-potency kratom extract linked to hundreds of deaths across the state.

Tampa police address ‘false narrative' that officers opened fire during deadly Father’s Day shooting

The Tampa Police Department is searching for the suspect or suspects accused of shooting a killing a man on Father’s Day in Tampa while dispelling rumors that officers fired their weapons. 

Wimauma man hospitalized after being rescued from burning home: HCFR

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews pulled a man from a burning home on 12th Street in Wimauma on Sunday night after receiving reports of an occupant trapped inside.

Pedestrian dies after being hit by Hillsborough County deputy's cruiser: HCSO

A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputy driving an unmarked 2024 Chevrolet Silverado hit a pedestrian Saturday around 10:20 p.m., according to officials.

18-year-old arrested after street takeover in Tampa:FHP

An 18-year-old Riverview man was arrested early Sunday morning after allegedly participating in a street takeover and running from state troopers on Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa.

19-year-old charged with DUI after 120 mph chase through Tampa: FHP

A 19-year-old Plant City teenager was arrested Sunday morning after leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a 120 mph chase that ended in a fiery wreck on I-275.

Korean street food restaurant opens near USF in Tampa

A local family has opened Yumsem Eats near the University of South Florida to bring a fast, consistent, and authentic Korean street food experience to the Tampa area.

Armed teenagers arrested at Brandon Mall after threatening victim: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested two teenagers on Thursday after responding to a disturbance involving armed suspects.