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Archived News & Public Notices

Archived News & Public Notices

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News General

With more rain expected across the Tampa Bay region, and more than 200 cases of dengue reported in Hillsborough County, City of Tampa staff are preparing to canvass multiple neighborhoods Friday as…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (OCTOBER 8, 2026) - - Tampa Police are investigating a traffic crash that fatally injured an elderly pedestrian on Wednesday evening, October 7, 2026.Just before 8:30 pm, Tampa Police…

News General, News Tampa Police

Customers Urged to Protect Themselves Against Utility ScamsCity of Tampa Utilities is warning customers to be on alert after receiving multiple reports of people impersonating City of Tampa employees…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (OCTOBER 8, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department is launching a new public safety workshop series designed to keep neighborhood voices at the head of the table in addressing public safety…

News City Council, News General, News Tampa Police

Forest Hills Rec Center Field To Be Renamed In Honor Of Roland Paz Sr.The Forest Hills Recreation Center has thriving athletics programs, and the Multipurpose Field there has been renamed after a man…

News General, News Water Department

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Lifted for Easton Park NeighborhoodThe City of Tampa Water Department has lifted the precautionary boil water notice for customers in the Easton Park neighborhood in…

News General, News Water Department

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Easton ParkThe City of Tampa Water Department has issued a precautionary boil water notice, effective immediately, for customers in the Easton Park…

News Convention Center, News General

Four in a Row: Tampa Convention Center Wins Gold for Best Convention Center in the Southeast U.S. for 4th Consecutive YearFour years, four Gold medals! The Tampa Convention Center (TCC) has…

News Community Partnerships and Neighborhood Engagement, News General, News Mayor Office

Neighborhood Enhancement’s Critical Role in Tampa’s Quality of LifeAs more rain moves across the region this week, the City of Tampa’s ramped-up mosquito mitigation efforts continue in partnership…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (OCTOBER 5, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department and the Tampa Police Memorial Committee are pleased to announce that the 32nd Annual Tampa Police Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run-Walk will take…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL (OCTOBER 5, 2026) - - Tampa Police have charged 74-year-old Alan Barber (white male, 7/29/1952) with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman in her 70s on Saturday, October…

News Tampa Police

Tampa, FL. (October 3, 2026) – Tampa Police have arrested a man in connection to a deadly shooting that happened September 22, 2026 on Nebraska Ave near McEwen Ave.On October 2, 2026, detectives…

News General, News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Department Designation of Special Event ZonesOn Friday October 2, 2026, a Special Event Zone will be in effect in the downtown area.Expect increased law enforcement presence, increased…

News General, News Mayor Office

City of Tampa and Hillsborough County Schools join Sidewalk Stompers for National Walk to School DaySidewalk Stompers will celebrate National Walk & Bike to School Day on October 7th with…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL (OCTOBER 1, 2026) - The Tampa Police Department has concluded its thorough investigation into the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old male on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the 13000 block of…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (OCTOBER 1, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department has reclassified a death investigation to a homicide and detectives are sharing video of the suspect to help bring justice to the victim’s…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (SEPTEMBER 30, 2026) - - Tampa Police arrested 20-year-old Rhett Vinson (white male, 12/07/2005) following an investigation into the online exploitation of children.In August, detectives…

News General, News Mayor Office

City of Tampa to Rally Behind Rays Ahead of Postseason RunThe City of Tampa is showing its support for the Tampa Bay Rays as the team heads into the postseason following one of the best regular…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Police

Tampa PAL Expanding Youth Opportunities with Flag FootballFrom the playing field to giving back to those who served, the Tampa Police Athletic League (PAL) is creating new ways for Tampa youth to get…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 28, 2026) - - Tampa Police is conducting a death investigation following a shooting that occurred on September 22, 2026.Just after 4:00 p.m., officers responded to N Nebraska…

News City Council, News General, News Tampa Police

Honoring Fallen Tampa Police OfficerA Tampa police officer who was killed 77 years ago protecting a young newspaper boy who was in the line of fire of ruthless criminals, will be honored for his…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 25, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department is conducting a death investigation on the 2200 block of N Harold Ave.Just before 3:30 a.m., officers responded to the residence…

News Convention Center, News General

Voting Now Open! Tampa Convention Center Up for 2nd Consecutive Readers' Choice AwardThe Tampa Convention Center (TCC) is officially nominated for the 2026 ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award. The…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (SEPTEMBER 24, 2026) - - Tampa Police arrested 43-year-old Marvin Jones (black male, 1/6/1983), a former Jefferson High School teacher, for inappropriate conduct with a student.On…

News General, News Water Department

Water Department Helps Residents Navigate Extended Regional Drought RestrictionsThe Tampa Water Department is urging customers to follow mandatory once-a-week watering restrictions and continue…