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New residences rising to challenge of more liveable Tampa

A planning team was brought in by the city to develop the InVision Tampa Center City Plan, which was approved as a blueprint for the downtown area in 2013. It called for liveable places, connected people and the proverbial live-work-play community. >> view original

VA contractor sent patients to Tampa doctor as prosecutors tried to send him ...

After inquiries by the Tampa Bay Times, the VA plans to take a fresh look at the claims of 57 veterans seen by Dr. Chuma Osuji "to ensure the veterans were accurately evaluated," said Karen Collins, public affairs officer at James A. Haley Hospital and ... >> view original

Flood fixes draw criticism, support as Tampa assessment vote nears

Despite frequent flooding issues — the most recent making national news after 11 straight days of rainfall — Tampa's stormwater fee has not risen since 2005 and is the second lowest in the Tampa Bay area. The $36 fee brings in $6.3 million per year ... >> view original

Peaceful protesters gather near Tampa Planned Parenthood

TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – Protesters gathered near Tampa Planned Parenthood Saturday morning to protest against the organization. According to the organizers, this protest is a part of the national movement, the demonstrations are taking place in 300 cities ... >> view original

Tampa police officer body slams mother of 4

TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – It started over a tinted license plate cover. Now Tampa police officer Kevin Fitzpatrick is under investigation and the 34 year old woman he body slammed wants justice. Not only does the Tampa Police Department have to explain what ... >> view original

Shooting in Tampa - FOX 13 Tampa Bay, WTVT

The Hillsborough county sheriff's office says that one man was found dead and another injured, outside a home in Tampa this morning. Deputies say the shooting took place at 1515 E 139th Avenue. They also say that the two men are believed to have been ... >> view original

Appeals court overturns 65-year sentences for Bloomingdale Library rapist

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What a millennial who sells homes to millennials thinks of Tampa Bay's housing ...

Realtor Ashley Christie, shown here in Sulphur Springs earlier this month, was named the Greater Tampa Association of Realtors 2014 Rookie of the Year and was the city of Tampa's exclusive listing agent for its Suphur Springs revitalization project. >> view original

Tampa leaders extending summer program

Teens, 13 through 19 years old, were able to get free recreation cards and stay at some Tampa community centers after hours. "It's good for the neighborhood and other kids who don't have anything to do," said 19-year-old Calvin George. Tampa Mayor Bob ... >> view original

Top things to do in Tampa Bay for Aug. 22

Tim McGraw: Faith Hill's other half comes to Tampa with special guests and fellow country stars, Billy Currington and Chase Bryant. 7 p.m., MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. $32-$49.50. >> view original