Christina Lynn Morris admitted to wire fraud, facing 20 years in prison for embezzling over $290,000 from a university and a charity, with a $293,202 forfeiture agreed upon.

USF basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim died at 43 due to complications during a medical procedure, leaving behind a legacy of success including a historic season.

The US Coast Guard Cutter Resolute seized $115 million in drugs and captured five suspected smugglers after a 38-day Caribbean deployment. They also rescued 180 Haitian migrants.

Colombian national Henry Aguirre-Valois was sentenced to 16 years in prison for conspiring to distribute cocaine on a vessel subject to U.S. jurisdiction.

A St. Petersburg man, Ivan Edward, was charged with the murder of Kelli Fisher, whose stabbed body was found post-house fire.

The NWS predicts a sunny forecast with cool evenings for Tampa, FL, with pleasant conditions lasting into next week.

A bicyclist was killed in Tampa after being hit by a van when he rode into oncoming traffic, ignoring signals at Nebraska and Fletcher Avenues. The van driver's condition was not reported; an investigation is ongoing.

A school crossing guard was struck by a car in Largo and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries; the driver, who stayed on scene and showed no impairment signs, was cited.

Shawandra Nichols won a $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery with a scratch-off ticket purchased at a Clearwater Walmart, choosing a $640,000 lump sum payout.

Tampa offers a free day camp for children due to school closures. 'School’s Out, Camp’s In' provides activities and meals, aiding families during this period.

The Tampa Police Department and city officials thank officers from partner agencies across Florida for their assistance during Hurricane Milton recovery efforts.

A pedestrian on an electric scooter was fatally struck by a PSTA bus in St. Pete, spurring safety concerns over the integration of such transport modes.

Tampa Police are investigating a death after a body was found in the Hillsborough River near Rowlett Park, with no signs of foul play initially reported.