Valrico Garage Fire Under Investigation

The fire broke out at around 11 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6.

Firefighter Injured Fighting Riverview Mobile Home Fire

The fire broke out about 11:20 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5.

Lawyer Says Dooley Won't Return to Valrico if Released

Trevor Dooley was sentenced for fatally shooting a neighbor after an argument at a Valrico park.

Troopers Plan February Checkpoints in Bloomingdale-Riverview

The Florida Highway Patrol will be on the lookout for vehicles with faulty equipment.

Sheriff Sets Gun Swap for Saturday

Residents can trade their old, unwanted firearms for cold, hard cash from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Small Plane Crashes in South Hillsborough County

The pilot was 84-year-old Eugene Massa.

Updated: Truck Overturns, Spilling Chemical into Riverview Intersection

Crews worked hours to clean up the estimated 25,000 pounds of chemicals spilled at the intersection of U.S. 301 and Big Bend Road.

Sheriff's Office Investigating Death of Riverview Woman, 18

Her boyfriend and 16-year-old brother are being questioned, according HCSO.

Riverview Man Dies Following Crash on I-75

Michael A. Whelan, 31, was killed when he lost control of his pickup truck Jan. 24.

Investigation into Cause of Bloomingdale Teen's Crash Continues

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said it could be several more weeks before investigators issue their report.

Lithia Home Destroyed by Fire

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded about 9:30 a.m. Jan. 22 to reports of a fully involved house fire on Thompson Road.

School Buses Crash off Bloomingdale Avenue, 11 Students Injured

Two school buses collided shortly after 12 p.m. at the intersection of Bell Shoals Road and Bloomingdale Avenue.

Highway Patrol Holiday Crackdown Nets 548 DUI Arrests

During the period from Dec. 12 to Jan. 2, troopers issued 39,000 traffic citations.

Commissioners Nix County Gun Buyback Program

Commissioners, instead, opted to form an anti-gun violence task force.

Large Turnout at Candlelight Vigil Closes Natures Way

An estimated 300 students and parents gathered for a candlelight vigil in memory of Bloomingdale High School student Zachary McCarthy.

2 People Found Dead in Brandon Home

Homicide detectives are investigating the deaths of a man and woman on Coulter Road.

St. Stephen Church Reaches Out to Grieving Students

The church's youth center in Valrico will open its doors tonight to anyone student who wants to mourn or simply talk about the death of Bloomingdale High School student Zachary McCarthy.

Deputies to Guard Area Elementary Schools

In the wake of the Newtown, Conn., tragedy, Hillsborough County officials have decided to keep beefed up security in place at local elementary schools.

Candlelight Vigil, Memorial Set to Remember Bloomingdale High Student

The vigil will take place at 9:30 p.m. tonight at the site of the car crash that killed Zachary McCarthy Jan. 2. Prior to the vigil, teens are invited to share their grief from 5 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Valrico.

Bloomingdale High Student Killed in Crash

Zachary McCarthy, 16, died following an accident last night in the area of Natures Way and Golf Meadow Boulevard.

Suspect in Bloomingdale Vehicle Theft Caught Following Chase

Glenn Maxwell of Plant City is accused of stealing a pickup truck and causing damage at Brookside Manor apartments.

OMG PD: Stolen Mail, Stolen Beer, Lots of Guns

We compile the odd, unusual and ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Update: Grinch Steals Christmas Mail

At least three subdivisions were hit overnight.

Highway Patrol Reports Sobering News for Pedestrians

There were 43 fatal pedestrian traffic accidents in a seven-county area including Hillsborough County in 2012.

Sheriff's Office Makes Preliminary ID of Bones Found at Construction Site

Based on the recovery of a cell phone found near the bones, the sheriff's office believes they may be the remains of Joel Patrick Smith of Brandon.

Sheriff to Consider Posting Deputies at Hillsborough County Elementary Schools

Sheriff's spokesman Detective Larry McKinnon said the sheriff's office is working with the Hillsborough County School District to develop a committee to look into ways to secure elementary schools.

Parent Arrested After Threatening to Blow Up Pinecrest Elementary

The Lithia resident is charged with threatening to discharge a destructive device.

Scammers Stay Busy During the Holidays

Local law enforcement agencies are warning residents to stay alert for potential scams.

Bloomingdale High School Lockdown Lifted

According to a report, an incident with an ROTC rifle has caused Bloomingdale High School to be placed on lockdown.

Fire Dangers Rise During Winter Season

The National Fire Sprinkler Association offers these tips for protecting your family.

Sun City Center Man Busted for Child Pornography

John Charles Wingo is charged with 100 counts of possessing child pornography.

Infant and Two Adults Ejected from Vehicle During Crash

The incident occurred on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Traffic Crashes Rise in Hillsborough County

While statewide numbers are down, Hillsborough County saw an increase in collisions in 2011, according to a new state report. We want to hear from you Lutz on what roads worry you the most.

Store Raids Rid Bloomingdale Shelves of K2, Spice, Synthetic Marijuana

Store clerks, managers and owners were targeted in a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office raid, aided by the Florida Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The aim: to rid shelves of synthetic marijuana, also known as “K2” and “Spice.

Riverview Man Sought on Animal Cruelty, Domestic Violence Charges

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has issued warrants for the arrest of Dorrell Maxwell Webb of Riverview.

Shoplifters Rip Off $3,000 Worth of Perfume

Two women were caught on video stealing perfume from Sephora.

Highway Patrol Announces December Checkpoints in Bloomingdale-Riverview

Troopers will be on the lookout for defective vehicles and improperly licensed drivers throughout the Bloomingdale-Riverview area.

Hillsborough Fire Chief Set to Talk Shop

The new Fire Rescue Reserve Responder Program will be the major topic of discussion at a series of upcoming community meetings.

Holiday Shoppers: Stop a Thief, Lock Your Doors

Be smart: Lock your doors, lock your trunk.

Highway Patrol Reminds Holiday Travelers to Buckle Up

The Florida Highway Patrol will increase its presence Nov. 22-25 on Florida’s high-volume roadways during the four-day Thanksgiving holiday