Tampa Man Acquitted of Second-Degree Murder in Dog Park Shooting; Jury Rejects Hate Crime Enhancement
Gerald Declan Radford was acquitted of second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of John "Walter" Lay at a Tampa dog park; his self-defense claim was upheld despite prosecutors suggesting a hate crime.
Suspected Felon Engages in Gunfire with Tampa Police Near Azula North Apartments, No Injuries Reported
Tampa police released bodycam footage of an officer-involved shooting with Matthew Fowler, a suspect who opened fire during an unrelated investigation. No injuries occurred, and Fowler faces multiple charges.
Lake Placid Man Charged with Animal Cruelty After Six Dogs Found Neglected
Florida man James Barfield is charged with animal cruelty after deputies found neglected dogs at his home. Some dogs were emaciated and kept in unsanitary kennels without food or water. His bond is $30,000 and animal services rescued the dogs.
Clearwater's Long Center Natatorium Set for Major Renovations with Alternative Pools Available for Pass Holders
The City of Clearwater is renovating the Long Center's Natatorium starting Feb. 18. The pools will close until Spring 2026, but other facilities remain open. Season pass holders can use Morningside and Ross Norton pools instead.
Tampa Theatre Celebrates Black Nerd Culture with Annual Black Love Movie Series and Tribute to Local Heroes
Tampa Theatre's Black Love movie series celebrates blerd culture with "Black Panther" screenings, a "Touch A Truck" event, and a performance by nerd-core rapper Swell Rell, combining fandom and real-life heroes.












