Tampa shooting leaves teen dead, another hospitalized, police say
Police say a male teenager is dead and another was hospitalized after a shooting Friday night in Tampa.
150 bikes delivered to Tampa children during annual holiday event with Mayor Jane Castor
A holiday tradition rolled through Tampa Friday afternoon as dozens of children received brand-new bicycles.
FAA warns holiday travelers about lithium batteries, banned gifted at Tampa International Airport
With holiday travel peaking on the last Friday before Christmas, federal officials are urging travelers to double-check what they pack, especially when it comes to lithium batteries and battery-powered gifts.
West Tampa restaurant picking up the pieces after overnight break-in causes $2K in damages
Less than a week before Christmas, a locally-owned restaurant in West Tampa is cleaning up a mess. The Lucky Tigre was broken into overnight, after security cameras captured someone smashing the front door.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner urges caution as a risky fire season looms
The Florida Commissioner of Agriculture stopped in Valrico on Friday to urge caution when it comes to the upcoming fire season.
50 Muma Children's Hospital patients board Polar Express-themed flight at TPA to North Pole
Muma Children's Hospital patients got to fly to the North Pole with their families on Friday. They hopped on a Polar Express-themed United Airlines flight at Tampa International Airport.
Redevelopment proposal for 30 acres of property could soon reshape parts of East Ybor City
One of Tampa Bay’s largest developers has filed plans with the city to redevelop about 30 acres of property in East Ybor City into a large-scale, mixed-use district that blends business, residential, retail and hotel space.
Man arrested in deadly shooting at Thonotosassa RV park: HCSO
A man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left one person dead in Thonotosassa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Tampa native Brandon Cleveland returns to home for final game in Gasparilla Bowl
There will be only one player who participates in the 2025 edition of the Gasparilla Bowl between NC State and Memphis with Tampa ties.
Water Street Tampa expanding with new entertainment district in downtown
Soon, Tampa will have a new spot to see concerts. The parking lot across the street from Benchmark International Arena will become a small concert venue that will allow new artists to have a sell-out show in Tampa.
Florida death row inmate Steven Lorenzo seeking death penalty ruled competent by judge
A Tampa judge agreed Thursday that death row inmate Steven Lorenzo is mentally competent to fire his appeals lawyers and give up all remaining legal challenges.
Dazzling displays hope to draw visitors to historic Old Lutz School
Magical scenes of LEGO, model trains and nativity sets are among the holiday displays inside the historic Old Lutz School each year.
Tampa leaders strike down proposal to curb dangerous biking on Riverwalk, Bayshore
After more than an hour-long discussion with comments from nearly a dozen people, Tampa City Council members struck down a proposed ordinance that would have imposed restrictions on motorized and non-motorized vehicles on the Riverwalk and Bayshore Blvd.
New bicycle, e-bike regulations proposed for Tampa's park trails and multi-use pathways
The city of Tampa is considering an ordinance on Thursday to target behavior and actions of bicyclists and e-bikes, but groups like Walk Bike Tampa said the proposed changes aren’t clear enough.
$17M upgrades completed to one of Tampa's oldest wastewater pumping stations
The city of Tampa just completed $17 million in upgrades to one of its oldest wastewater pumping stations.
1 dead in Tampa shooting, suspect detained: HCSO
One person is dead after a shooting Wednesday morning near Clewis Avenue in Tampa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida CFO proposes legislative reforms to curb local government overspending
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia is pushing for legislative reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability for local government spending across the state.
Holiday shipping deadlines draw near: Here’s what to know
The clock is officially ticking for anyone planning to mail Christmas gifts.
Waymo rolls out driverless cars on Tampa streets
Waymo has begun testing driverless cars on Tampa streets as the company prepares for a future passenger rollout.
Tampa family’s baby girl born with rare congenital condition saves other babies through organ donation
In July, Andrew Ford and Catherine Mornhineway learned during a 14-week ultrasound that their unborn daughter, Haven, had anencephaly, a rare congenital condition where a baby does not fully develop a brain.