More architects incorporating pet-friendly features into new homes
It's a growing trend for designers to now incorporate pet-friendly features into new homes, like a Wi-Fi feeding station or cat condominiums.
18-year-old arrested after deadly stabbing in Plant City: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly stabbing that happened in Plant City early Friday morning.
Scorpion closing at Busch Gardens after more than 44 years: When's the last chance to ride?
Scorpion is closing at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, but there's still a chance to ride.
Tampa Bay Sun, organizations donate soccer balls and time to children in need
To help spread the love of soccer and keep kids playing in communities, some Tampa Bay organizations teamed up to donate soccer balls and their time to children in need this week.
Bay Area designer makes waves in fashion industry while overcoming autism challenges
A designer from the Tampa Bay area is making waves in the fashion industry, receiving national accolades while overcoming the challenges of autism.
'Career criminal' accused of stealing from Bay Area stores by using barcode manipulation scheme
A man was arrested for defrauding Lowe’s of more than $4,500 in merchandise, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
12 members of violent drug trafficking organization indicted by federal grand jury in Tampa, officials say
Federal and local officials plan to announce the arrests of members of a drug trafficking organization in Tampa on Friday morning, according to authorities.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue lieutenant, his wife arrested for sexual activity with a minor: HCSO
A lieutenant with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and his wife were arrested for sexual activity with a minor, according to authorities.
Tampa parents share photos of overcrowded buses amid driver shortage
Parents in Hillsborough County are concerned over photos that show students on overcrowded buses. Similar to the statewide teacher shortage, Tampa Bay counties are also having trouble hiring bus drivers.
Carjacker accused of taking EMS vehicle for a joyride before crashing in Tampa heads to prison
A Lakeland man accused in a series of crimes, including carjacking an EMS vehicle and taking it for a joyride, agreed to a plea deal Thursday that will keep him in prison for 25 years.
Hillsborough County turning to 3D printers for affordable housing
With a shortage of affordable housing, Hillsborough County is turning to robots to help. They're helping to fund the construction of new units with the aid of a 3D printer.
'Betrayal of the badge:' Hillsborough deputy arrested, accused of filming victims in his bathroom
A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office was arrested for video voyeurism after authorities said he filmed multiple victims in the bathroom of his home.
LIVE RADAR: Showers, storms rolling through Tampa Bay area
The Tampa Bay area is seeing heavy rain and storms Thursday morning, stretching into the afternoon, leading to some flood potential in areas.
Malnourished dog found abandoned with urine burns is on the road to recovery in Tampa
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is searching for the person or people responsible for abandoning a dog in desperate need of medical care so it can press charges.
Over 2,300 drivers illegally passed Hillsborough County buses in 1st week of school: HCSO
New numbers reveal the impact of new cameras cracking down on drivers illegally passing school buses in Hillsborough County through the first week of school.
Tampa Little League World Series players share fond memories 57 years later
Two friends from Tampa are watching the Little League World Series through a special lens of time and distance. Tony Ciccarello and Angel Lopez were members of the West Tampa Little League team that traveled to Williamsport to play in the series in 1967.
Retired Army lieutenant colonel accused of molesting teen
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office believes a retired Army lieutenant colonel may have victimized several people after he was recently arrested for lewd or lascivious battery and molestation of a teenager.
Kayaker’s death remains a mystery a month after body found near MacDill Air Force Base
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is asking for help solving a mysterious death.
Hillsborough commissioners approve rate hike for solid waste
Hillsborough County homeowners will soon have to pay more to take out their trash, after commissioners approved a rate hike on Wednesday for the solid waste department.
Florida Aquarium sea turtle rehab center features 'foraging pool' in Apollo Beach
The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center features an 11-foot-deep foraging pool, one of only a handful in the state.