Plant High School girls lacrosse team chasing perfection
When Jayne Chapman took over the Plant High School girls lacrosse program 14 years ago, the team looked a lot different. Now, the Panthers are undefeated headed into the playoffs.
Man arrested for trying to rob gas station, knocking jogger unconscious during crime spree: HCSO
A man is in the Hillsborough County Jail after deputies say he went on a violent crime spree, including trying to rob a gas station, then attacking a jogger.
Two of Davis Islands first homes ever built hit the market
One of the first homes ever built on Davis Islands is up for sale, months after a home originally owned by the man who developed Davis Islands also went on the market.
Trash can dispute between neighbors erupts in gruesome attack
There is no love lost between two Tampa neighbors after an altercation sent one to the hospital and another one to prison.
Westshore Plaza renovation gets green light from Tampa City Council
The comeback of Tampa's Westshore Plaza took a big step forward on Thursday. The City Council approved a plan that will allow the owner of the landmark shopping mall at Westshore and Kennedy to knock down most of what is there, and start fresh.
Uber releases its top 10 most ‘forgetful’ cities: Here’s where Tampa ranks
If you’ve ever left anything behind in an Uber vehicle, you’re not alone. Tampa is among the rideshare company’s top ten most ‘forgetful’ cities and what's being left behind may be surprising.
President Joe Biden to visit Tampa next week
President Joe Biden will travel to Tampa next week, according to a recent announcement from the White House.
New School Safety Dashboard provides transparency on data for parents, staff
The School Safety Dashboard, hailed by its developers as the 'most comprehensive school safety dashboard in the country,' is now available online.
Dog saved from burning home in Town N' Country in overnight fire: HCFR
A dog was rescued from a house fire in Town N' Country early Thursday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Man sentenced to 25 years for wrong-way crash that killed grandfather
A judge on Wednesday sentenced a 32-year-old man to 25 years in prison for his role in a wrong-way crash that killed a Tampa grandfather more than five years ago.
Man who took his own life threatened to drive car into Tampa FDOT building, bomb team investigates: Police
Multiple guns and gas tanks were found inside a car after a man who threatening to drive into the Florida Department of Transportation's office building in Tampa took his own life.
1 killed in deadly Tampa shooting: Police
Officers with the Tampa Police Department are investigating a deadly shooting near the 1400 block of West Busch Boulevard.
Suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren confident he will win third term
Beaming with confidence, ousted State Attorney Andrew Warren says he is running for a third term and feels unstoppable.
'Stuff you see in the movies': Organized jewel thieves rob woman of $1.3 million at Tampa hotel
Tampa Police are hunting for a crew of jewel thieves who stole $1.3 million of "fine jewels" from a woman as she unpacked at the Hilton Hotel on Lois Ave.
Taylor Swift course being offered at USF during fall semester
As Taylor Swift prepares to release her 11th studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department" on Friday, students at the University of South Florida's Tampa campus are registering for a Swift-inspired English course.
Hillsborough County Commissioners approve Community Investment Tax referendum for November ballot
Hillsborough County Commissioners voted on Wednesday to send a measure to voters, asking them to renew the Community Investment Tax.
Street signs honor business leaders who helped bring Bucs to Tampa Bay
We all remember the boat parade when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the Super Bowl in 2021. For some, that team, led by Tom Brady, was the best thing that ever happened for local fans. However, there was another big win 50 years ago that may have been even more important.
DeSantis signs bill scaling back some book ban rules in Florida public schools
Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law Tuesday a bill that will scale back book ban laws in Florida public schools.
Teen throwing water escalated into gunfire near Armature Works injuring 3, including pregnant mom: Documents
Court documents show last week’s shooting near Armature Works that left several people injured started after water was thrown during an altercation in a public restroom.
Video: Employee using sparklers ignites Mamajuana Café’s tiki hut
An innocent celebration sparked a devastating fire at the Mamajuana Café tiki hut earlier this month, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.