The Rattiest City: Seeking the Tao of Rats, Owls and Humans

On April 26th, 2022 D’Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff member wrote an article entitled Deaths Of 4 Owls Motivates Safety Harbor Community.

FL Woman Made Death Threats Against Gov. DeSantis: Sheriff

A FL woman sent a message to Gov. Ron DeSantis through his website and threatened his life, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Teen Tried To Kidnap Home Depot Customer: Hillsborough County Sheriff

The 16-year-old used a saw blade to try to kidnap a customer at the Home Depot in Riverview, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Fatal I-75 Crash Leaves Passenger Dead After Driver Loses Control: FHP

A Sun City man was killed in a Tuesday night crash on Interstate 75, Florida Highway Patrol said.

New Easterseals School for Limitless Learning To Host June Events

Explore the limitless learning opportunities at the school's introductory events this June and pre-register to secure your child's spot.

Tampa Motorcyclist Killed In Crash On Gibsonton Drive

A 29-year-old Tampa man has died following a crash in Gibsonton Sunday morning.

Man Shot At Deputies During 10-Hour Standoff: Hillsborough Sheriff

A man was arrested after taking his mother hostage in Riverview and a 10-hour standoff with deputies, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.

Burglary Suspect Tried To Run Over Deputies: Hillsborough Sheriff

A man and a woman face multiple charges after trying to run over deputies while fleeing from them Tuesday, the Hillsborough sheriff said.

Florida Aquarium Begins 1st Coral Spawning Since Last Summer

The Florida Aquarium's Coral Conservation and Research Center kickstarts a season of hope as the first signs of coral spawning emerged.

Brandon Girl Scout Received Coveted Gold Award

Laila is preparing for disaster one pet at a time.

Brush Fire Rekindles At Riverview Mosaic Plant: Reports

One person was injured when a fire at Mosaic’s phosphate plant in Riverview rekindled Tuesday, reports said.

FL Hospital Hosts Wedding So Patient Can See Daughter Marry

A patient at St. Joseph's Hospital in Riverview had the opportunity to see his daughter get married in person despite being hospitalized.

FL Man Guilty Of COVID Relief Fraud: U.S. DOJ

A Riverview man was found guilty of charges related to COVID-19 relief fraud, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

FL After-School Teacher Sent Sexual TikTok Messages To Teen: Sheriff

A former after-school teacher in Riverview was arrested for sending inappropriate messages to a student, Hillsborough sheriff said.

Mother Left 4-Month-Old Alone In Car For Hours: Hillsborough Sheriff

The woman, who had “childcare issues,” left the infant in her car with the engine off while she worked, Hillsborough County sheriff said.

Man Shot At Students Near High School: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A man faces multiple charges after shooting at students near a Riverview high school after a fight broke out, Hillsborough sheriff said.

Cellular Tower Climber Arrested In Hillsborough County: Watch

The man live-streamed a video of himself climbing a cell tower in Riverview Saturday night, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

New Murder Charge Filed In Jan. 26 FL Road-Rage Shooting: Sheriff

A man was arrested in Brevard County and charged with murder for a Jan. 26 road-rage shooting in Riverview, Hillsborough Sheriff said.

Fatal Road-Rage Shooting Leaves 1 Dead: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A Riverview man faces charges in a fatal shooting connected to a Tuesday afternoon road-rage incident, Hillsborough County Sheriff said.

Semi-Trailers Catch Fire At Riverview Scrapyard: Hillsborough County

Fire crews battled a blaze at a Riverview scrapyard Tuesday afternoon, Hillsborough County Fire Rescue said.

Man Stabbed Family Member To Death: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A Ruskin man was charged with murder after stabbing a family member during an argument, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

Riverview Man Killed In I-75 Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Riverview man died after losing control of his pick-up truck Friday morning on I-75, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Riverview Teen Dies In Motorcycle Crash On U.S. 301

A 17-year-old boy from Riverview is dead following a crash Sunday morning on U.S. 301 in Riverview.

Missing Autistic 9-Year-Old Found In Ruskin In Minutes With SafetyNet

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said the child's SafetyNet bracelet allowed deputies to quickly find the child.

Armed Methamphetamine Dealer From Ruskin Sentenced To Federal Prison

Johnathan Anton Williams, 39, was convicted following a bench trial on April 20.

How Much Does Hiring A Plumber Cost In Bloomingdale-Riverview?

From leaky faucets to burst pipes, hiring a Thumbtack professional is the fast and easy way to handle all your plumbing needs.

15th Annual FishHawk Turkey Trot A Community Tradition

Now in its 15th year, the annual FishHawk Turkey Trot raises funds to support the nonprofit Seeds of Hope food bank in Lithia.

Tractor-Trailer Truck Crash Spills Fuel, Closes I-75 Near Gibsonton

The crash resulted in a significant fuel leak and all northbound lanes are closed.

Driver Charged With DUI After Striking Hillsborough Deputy With Car

A deputy working a construction zone on I-75 in Ruskin was struck by a car. The driver was charged with DUI.

Boy Calls 911 To Ask For Hug From Hillsborough Sheriff's Deputy: Video

Deputy Scott Pracht said the Riverview boy announced he knew how to call 911. The youngster called to ask for a hug, which the deputy gave.

2 12-Year-Olds Arrested After Shooting BB Guns At Hillsborough Deputy

One BB bullet shattered the window of the sheriff's cruiser. The deputy and a recruit riding with him were not injured.

5 Killed In Crash On SR 675: Florida Highway Patrol

SR 674 reopened at about 2 p.m. Sunday, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Hurricane Idalia Disaster Recovery Center Opens In Riverview

The center will be open at the Hillsborough Community College Riverview campus until Nov. 1

Possession Of Child Porn Indictment Handed Down Against Wimauma Man

James Falzone is accused of possessing photos of children being sexually abused, according to a federal court judge.

​Southbound I-75 Bridge Maintenance Over Alafia River To Slow Traffic

The southbound right lane and Gibsonton off-ramp will be closed during this maintenance work.

​Northbound I-75 Entrance Ramp From Gibsonton Drive Closing Wednesday

This temporary ramp closure is necessary for crews to perform interstate maintenance work.

Annual Nature Expo To Feature More Than 30 Vendors, Exhibitions

Bird watchers and nature lovers are invited to come together for the annual Florida Birding and Nature Festival's​ Nature Expo Oct. 13-14.

Give A Hoot For Girl Scout Troop 3518

Troop 3518 built and donated nine screech owl boxes to Raptor Center of Tampa Bay.

Girl Scouts Complete Bat Box Hotel For Lyna Berry Farms

It's appropriate that the troop completed the project in October, National Bat Awareness Month.

Riverview Woman Killed After Striking Utility Pole Off Interstate 75

A 37-year-old woman was killed Friday after losing control of her car on Interstate 75 Friday and crashing into a utility pole.