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Honoring Tony Garcia Jr.,War Veteran and Community LeaderA new street sign in West Tampa will honor the name and legacy of a war veteran and community leader.The late Tony Garcia Jr. served in both…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 15, 2026) - - Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw has announced the promotion of 19 dedicated officers to supervisory roles within the department."This group of promoted individuals…

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 As the Tampa Bay area continues to experience extreme drought conditions, the City of Tampa is encouraging residents to take part in a free workshop focused on creating more water-efficient,…

News Convention Center, News General, News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures

Traffic Advisory: SOF Week (May 18-22)The Special Operations Forces military conference, SOF Week, is returning to the Tampa Convention Center! Drivers, please be prepared for the following road…

News General, News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures

Traffic Advisory: N. Tampa StreetHeads up, Downtown Tampa drivers:Starting Monday, May 18, through Saturday, May 30, North Tampa Street will be reduced to one lane as crews demolish the building on…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 13, 2026) - - Tampa Police have arrested 37-year-old Christopher Malone (white male, 11/4/1989) following a disturbing incident that resulted in the death of a family member’s six-…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL (May 12th, 2026) – The Tampa Police Department is inviting the community to an upcoming "Takeover with a Purpose" event designed to create a positive and safe alternative for teens."We want…

News Community Redevelopment Areas, News General

Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency Invests $4 Million to Expand Workforce Housing in Downtown TampaThe Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) continues its commitment to creating inclusive…

News Convention Center

Event planners and managers seeking a premier meeting destination have a new reason to choose the Tampa Convention Center. We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Virginia "Ginny" Lindsey to…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (May 10, 2026) - - An off-duty probationary Tampa Police officer was arrested on charges of driving under the influence (DUI) late Saturday night.Kevin Casazza, an officer with the Tampa…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (May 9, 2026) - - Tampa Officers arrested 22 people between the ages of 12 and 21, as part of a teen takeover Friday night.On May 08, 2026, a large group of teens attempted a takeover in…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Parks and Recreation

Hundreds of residents from across East Tampa will gather Saturday, May 9 to celebrate the completion of the Fair Oaks Recreation Complex with a community-wide "Party in the Park."The free celebration…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 7, 2026) - - Following a comprehensive investigation into the possession and production of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), Tampa Police detectives have added several counts of…

News General, News Mayor Office

PRESS OPPORTUNITY:Interview Mayor Jane Castor following final FEMA Review Council MeetingMedia outlets are invited to interview Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on Thursday, May 7, following the expected…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 5, 2026) - - Following a swift investigation, Tampa Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the May 1st robbery of an 82-year-old woman."The outstanding investigation,…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 5, 2026) - - Tampa Police are working to identify a suspect involved in the robbery and assault of an 82-year-old woman. "This was a cowardly act of violence against an elderly…

News General, News Mayor Office

Built to LastDelivering her 2026 State of the City address from Tampa’s newest community centerpiece—the Fair Oaks Recreation Complex in East Tampa—Mayor Jane Castor made her message clear: invest in…

News General

Tampa Voices, America’s Story: Be Part of 250With the nation’s 250th birthday just two months away, the City of Tampa is inviting residents of all ages to help tell America’s story through their own…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (MAY 4, 2026) - - Tampa Police are conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered in a retention pond on Monday morning.At 7:51 am, officers responded to a call for service…

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PURPOSE: Mayor Jane Castor will deliver the 2026 State of the City address.SPEAKERS: 59th Mayor of the City of Tampa, Mayor Jane CastorDATE: Tuesday, May 5, 2026TIME:Media staging begins at 8:15 A.M.…

News General, News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures

Traffic Advisory: May 1 - 2With Riverfest, a free two-day public event activating the full length of the Riverwalk and several parks, along with a Tampa Bay Lightning watch party at Water Works Park…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (APRIL 29, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department will commemorate the sacrifices of its fallen members during the annual Tampa Police Memorial Ceremony. Mayor Jane Castor and Chief…

News Community Redevelopment Areas, News General, News Parks and Recreation

Salcines Park Renovation Celebrated With Ribbon CuttingSalcines Park, once considered the gateway to West Tampa, has been revitalized with a full park redesign that will restore a vibrant, safe, and…

News Convention Center, News General

Tampa Convention Center Nominated for Best Convention Center for Fourth Consecutive YearFor the fourth year in a row, Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center (Regional –…

News Community Redevelopment Areas, News General

7th Avenue Reopens with Completion of Bricking Project's Second PhaseWork on the second phase of the 7th Avenue Bricking Project has wrapped up ahead of schedule, allowing Ybor City's main drag…