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Possible vote on Tampa police review board nears

TAMPA (FOX 13) - The Tampa City Council could vote as soon as Thursday on the controversial police review board, proposed by an executive order by Mayor Bob Buckhorn. The biggest players in the proposal, Buckhorn and council chairman Frank ... >> view original

Local group pushes to make Tampa streets safer and penalties for drivers tougher

TAMPA - A local group is pushing to make Tampa streets safer for you and your family. It comes in the wake of a teenager hit and killed by a car while walking to class Tuesday. While friends honor 17-year-old Alexis (Lexi) Miranda's memory, Walk Bike ... >> view original

Tampa fire displaces 14 apartment building residents

The firefighters did not see flames, according to Tampa Fire Rescue. They had trouble finding the source of the fire, which had spread in the wall between two apartment units. “Ultimately firefighters contained the area and got the fire under control ... >> view original

Gonzmart aiming for food service contract at Tampa Convention Center

... in front of the convention center's southern entrance, Gonzmart held a press conference Wednesday to announce he is going after the contract to feed hundreds of thousands of conventioneers and downtown denizens in one of Tampa's signature locations. >> view original

Sculptures designed to draw attention to Tampa's streetcars, history

TAMPA — Colorful scenes of Tampa Bay, the downtown skyline, a pirate's map and World War II posters splashed across 41 streetcar sculptures on display at the Yacht StarShip on Wednesday, just days away taking their final perches around the city. >> view original

$25 million in renovations planned at Amalie Arena in Tampa

TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – The Tampa Bay Lightning officially open their hockey season on Thursday night when they take on the Philadelphia Flyers, but they aren't the only ones looking forward to the game. Plenty of work is being done behind the scenes at ... >> view original

Chamberlain High student, 17, dies amid daily chaos along Busch Boulevard

The teenager was hit about two blocks west of the N Boulevard intersection around 7:15 a.m., according to Tampa police. Her grandmother was driving her to school, family said, when they got stuck in traffic. So the grandmother let Miranda and her ... >> view original

Tampa Police lieutenant understands 'Chicago P.D.' character's struggle

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Tampa Police Lieutenant Anna Richardson loves her job and calls it the “best decision she's ever made.” She also knows a thing or two about stress in this career, ranked as one of the most stressful in the nation. “I do this job ... >> view original

Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL Week 5 Preview, TV Schedule ...

The Jacksonville Jaguars enter Week 5 facing a must-win game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Each team enters the game 1-3 with an opportunity to jump start their season this week. The Jaguars are coming off ... >> view original

Top things to do in Tampa Bay for Oct. 8

8 p.m., Improv Comedy Theater, 1600 E Eighth Ave., Tampa. $20. (813) 864-4000. Howl-O-Scream: There will be roaming creatures swarming the streets, thrill rides in the dark and seven haunted houses. Remains open until 1 a.m. on select nights. 7:30 p.m. ... >> view original