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Browns vs. Buccaneers: 5 observations from Cleveland's win at Tampa Bay

It started with the defense, which saw the defensive line dominate a rebuilding Tampa Bay offensive line and got off the field when the opportunities presented themselves. This was pivotal to see after a week of heavy emphasis on third-down defense, an ... >> view original

As Erika Weakens, Some in Tampa Bay Area Are Still Worried

Tropical Storm Erika dissipated Saturday, but folks in the Tampa Bay area are watching it carefully. The 9 a.m. forecast from the National Hurricane Center showed the storm had degenerated into a trough of low pressure by early Saturday after mountains ... >> view original

Family plans to sue Tampa, blames police for man's death

TAMPA — The family of a man killed during a Seminole Heights drug bust last year has filed a notice of intent to sue the city of Tampa, saying police used too much force during a minor drug bust and put too much trust in a confidential informant. >> view original

Commuting in Tampa Bay Going it alone

Tampa Bay averaged a miniscule percentage of workers commuting to jobs via public transportation, 1.4 percent or 16,380 daily transit trips. By comparison, South Florida's average was more than double, at 3.8 percent. Both lagged far behind the ... >> view original

Mom questions care at Tampa V.A. hospital

TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – The mother of a U.S. Army soldier claims the military sent her son to fight a war at the James A. Haley Veterans Administration hospital without ammunition. Monte Reinhardt claims her quadriplegic son received substandard care, ... >> view original

Candy bandit teens caught after Tampa vandalizing spree

TAMPA -- Two Tampa teens, aged 17 and 15, were arrested overnight Saturday after deputies say they burglarized and vandalized a Joffrey's Coffee Shop and the PharmScript Pharmacy in Tampa. One suspect, aged 17, was caught with pilfered candy still in ... >> view original

With Erika gone, Tampa residents worried about rain, flooding

TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – Although the threat from Erika has diminished, the rain she might pour onto the Tampa Bay area is worrisome for many. “This is the first time it's ever flooded and we kind of worry every time it rains that it's going to flood again ... >> view original

Kansas City Royals at Tampa Bay Rays game preview

Facing the Rays (63-65) for the first time, Medlen tries to help Kansas City record its 17th win in the last 22 games. Kendrys Morales hit a two-run homer and Ben Zobrist had two hits against his former team as the Royals beat Tampa Bay for the 15th ... >> view original

South Tampa residents prep to meet Erika

South Tampa residents gear up at Home Depot for upcoming Erika remnants. (Photo: WTSP). 11 CONNECT 5 TWEETLINKEDINCOMMENTEMAILMORE. Tampa, Fl — People who live in South Tampa spent Saturday gearing up, literally, to meet Erika. >> view original

USF student injured in Cuba returns to Tampa

Tampa, Florida -- A University of South Florida student critically injured in a car crash in Cuba is finally back home Friday night. Barbara Jimenez, 22, landed in Tampa about an hour ago at the Tampa Jet Center. Jimenez wanted to walk off the plane ... >> view original