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Debate continues after Tampa City Council revote to continue ShotSpotter contract
TAMPA, Fla. — Civil rights advocates are still peeved at Tampa City Council and Tampa police after an unannounced revote on funding a controversial program. In June, the council approved $280,000 for the gunshot-detecting technology, ShotSpotter. It was a heated meeting on June 20 when leaders revoted to approve...
Report: Consumers taking on more debt to pay rent — here's how it has impacted Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — How much do you pay for rent?. For many in America, including here in Florida, the rising costs of living have taken a toll on their wallets. So much so that people are now reportedly taking on debt to pay their rent. In a report from...
Tampa Café serves up inclusivity and opportunity
TAMPA, Fla. — July is Disability Pride Month, an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences and struggles of the disability community. Here in the Tampa Bay area, there's a business committed to uplifting that community throughout the entire year: Coffee Uniting People or "CUP." CUP is a non-profit...
Traffic builds on I-275 North following crash in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — A serious crash is causing traffic to build Tuesday night on Interstate 275 North in Tampa. The crash happened just before 8:30 p.m. on I-275 North before the Armenia Avenue exit. The three right northbound lanes are closed to traffic, according to the Florida Department of...
Tampa's Felicia Stancil riding for Olympic gold in BMX
OLDSMAR, Fla. — One of the most exciting sports in the upcoming Paris Olympics is BMX. It takes speed, strength and strategy. Five U.S. riders have qualified for the games, including Tampa resident Felicia Stancil — one of the most decorated BMX riders in the world. “I ended...
Tampa Police released body camera video from shootout with a suspect in 2023
The Tampa Police have released body camera footage from an officer-involved shooting from nearly one year ago. The video shows a shootout between a suspect and Tampa Police officers in Tampa Heights.
Tampa Bay Lightning sign Cam Atkinson after contract buyout
The Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday signed free agent forward Cam Atkinson, 35, who saw his contract bought out by the Philadelphia Flyers last week just before the NHL draft, to a one-year contract worth $900,000, the team announced.
Lightning reveals full 2024-25 regular season schedule, home opener Oct. 12
The Tampa Bay Lightning announced the team’s 2024-25 regular season schedule on Tuesday, as a new era is underway due to the departure of franchise leader Steven Stamkos in the offseason.
Here’s how Tampa Bay shelters calm the dogs during July 4 fireworks
Owners of nervous dogs are bracing themselves for July 4, when their pups shiver at the sounds of fireworks. With Independence Day falling on Thursday this year, explosions may happen days beforehand and after in some neighborhoods. While homeowners shop the doggy downer aisle at the pet stores, owners of...
2025 NFL mock draft: Bucs make polarizing 1st-round pick
If you’re a fan of way-too-early projections for the NFL draft, you’re in luck, because ESPN’s Matt Miller has a fresh first-round mock draft for 2025 that just hit the digital newsstands. Miller has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers picking at No. 12 overall, and using that selection...
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