The Latest Breaking News from Tampa

Tampa police chief pulls out badge, asks deputy to ‘let us go’ during traffic stop

TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa police Chief Mary O’Connor identified herself as chief, pulled out her badge and asked a Pinellas sheriff’s deputy to “just let us go” after she and her husband were pulled over in a golf cart last month, a video shared by the Tampa Police Department on…

Tribune News Service · Dec 1, 2022

Battery arrest warrant issued for former Bucs receiver Antonio Brown in Florida

TAMPA, Fla. — An arrest warrant has been issued for controversial former Bucs receiver Antonio Brown following an altercation Monday afternoon at a home in South Tampa, according to the Tampa Police Department.

Tribune News Service · Dec 1, 2022

Antonio Brown faces arrest warrant for domestic incident

Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown is wanted on a battery charge in Tampa stemming from a domestic incident

The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022

Bird flu has killed thousands of Florida’s wild birds this year. Is it here to stay?

TAMPA, Fla. — It was the morning of Jan. 22 when the fears of Florida wildlife biologists became reality.

Tribune News Service · Nov 30, 2022

‘You’ve been suspended’: Ousted Tampa prosecutor testifies in DeSantis trial

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Ousted Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren told a judge Tuesday that he learned he was suspended through an email — and minutes later, from Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “public safety czar,” Larry Keefe.

Tribune News Service · Nov 29, 2022

Todd Bowles admits he was playing for overtime when he pocketed timeouts

TAMPA, Fla. — Poor clock management was a big story line in the Bucs’ 23-17 loss at Cleveland on Sunday.

Tribune News Service · Nov 29, 2022

Tampa woman takes plea deal in Gov. DeSantis voter fraud case

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — One of the 20 people arrested by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ new election security force accepted a plea deal on Monday that allows her to avoid any punishment.

Tribune News Service · Nov 28, 2022

Why Tampa, Florida is the blazing beach-and-city break you’ve never thought of

This sporty coastal city has new flights, plus a growing hotel scene and sunshine on tap. Lucy Thackray checks out its highlights

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2022

Last-second TD saves UCF from monumental upset at USF

TAMPA, Fla. — It’s unclear what the future holds for the “War on I-4″ rivalry series but one thing is certain: There will be no love lost the next time UCF and USF meet on the football field.

Orlando Sentinel · Nov 27, 2022

Bucs’ Leonard Fournette out with hip injury Sunday at Cleveland

TAMPA, Fla. — Bucs running back Rachaad White will make his second NFL start Sunday at Cleveland. He’s earned it, but this time it’s also by default.

Tribune News Service · Nov 26, 2022