1 Killed, 1 Critical following Head-On Crash In South County

One person died and another is in critical condition following a crash Thursday night on County Road 672 in South Hillsborough County.

Man Leaps Off Overpass Into River After 3-Car Crash In South County

A man is in stable condition at a trauma center after leaping off an overpass into the Little Manatee River to avoid being struck by a car.

Driver Killed In Early-Morning Crash On SR 674 In Lithia

A driver was killed early Tuesday morning in a crash on State Road 674 east of Stanaland Road.

Home Struck By Fire In Gibsonton Had No Working Smoke Alarm

Residents needing smoke alarms can contact the fire rescue's Smoke Alarms for Everyone program at 813-272-6600.

Apollo Beach Home Catches Fire While Owners Out Of Town

Fire investigators are still trying to determine the cause of a fire that tore through a home in Apollo Beach early Monday morning.

Lennard High On Lockdown After Student Brings Gun To School

A friend found the gun in the student's car and accidentally shot himself, prompting the sheriff's office to place the school on lockdown.

Casa Fresca Purchases Infill Property For Affordable Riverview Homes

These newly acquired infill lots will become the Bell Creek Landing community with 40-foot lots for 65 single-family homes.

Moffitt Cancer Center Expanding To South Hillsborough County

Moffitt plans to build a new outpatient facility at the southeast intersection of East College Avenue and 27th Street South in Ruskin.

Wimauma Travel Agent Headed To Prison For Defrauding Cruise Clients

Court documents said the travel agent used clients' money to purchase cruises for her family, jewelry and a Dodge Ram 1500.

$824K Riverview Estate Is Perfect For Entertaining Family And Friends

This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on almost an acre in the desirable Shadow Run neighborhood.

Tiki Docks On Alafia River, Maximo Marina Unveil New Menu

The Polynesian-inspired grill and bar in Riverview and St. Petersburg is introducing 18 new food and beverage items.

Volunteer Deputy Kills Self After Sexual Battery Accusations: Sheriff

A criminal investigation is underway regarding a former volunteer of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office who took his life Monday.

High Bacteria Levels Close Simmons, Bahia Beaches

The bacteria levels are considered a potential risk to the public, and swimming is not recommended.

Fatburger Breaks Into Tampa Bay Market Starting With Riverview

Fatburger and its sister wing brand, Buffalo's Cafe Express, are scheduled to open in Riverview early next year.

Playful Manatee Steals Hearts, Giant Flamingo Welcome: FL Good News

An abandoned kitten seeks a deputy's help and fire department beach lifeguards save the life of a little dolphin calf this week on Patch.

10-Year-Old Burned On Arm With Hot Pot As Discipline, Says Sheriff

A Sun City Center woman is facing charges after being accused of disciplining a 10-year-old by burning the child with a hot pot.

Ruskin Man Dies After Being Thrown From Pickup Truck On U.S. 41

A 53-year-old Ruskin man was killed Monday night after losing control of his pickup truck on U.S. 41.

Enterprising Latinas Celebrate Wimauma Opportunity Center Expansion

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday featured the presentation of a $50,000 grant award from the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay.

Hillsborough Opens New East-West Route Across I-75 Near Apollo Beach

Paseo Al Mar Boulevard will relieve traffic on other routes like Big Bend Road.

Run-Down Ruskin Motel Transformed Into Affordable Apartments

Catholic Charities used Hillsborough County funding to rehab and transform a dilapidated roadside motel into nontraditional housing.

92-Year-Old Sun City Center Woman Killed In Golf Cart Acrossing SR 674

A 92-year-old woman was killed Sunday morning while driving a golf cart through the intersection of State Road 674 and Stoneham Drive.

Lightning Strikes Too Close For Comfort For FL Deputy: Video

Lightning struck so close to a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy driving along Interstate 75 that it caused the engine to shut down.

Fire Destroys 2 Storage Units In Gibsonton

Firefighters were able to keep the fire contained to two storage units.

Fireworks ​Believed To Be Cause Of Fire That Destroyed FishHawk Home

Investigators say the fireworks weren't completely extinguished when they were stored in a cardboard box in the garage.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Bloomingdale-Riverview

See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Bloomingdale-Riverview.

Fast Action Keeps Attic Fire In Ruskin From Spreading To Home

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue was able to put out the fire in five minutes using a 2-inch hand attack line device.

Fireworks Near Me: Riverview's July 4th 2022

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Riverview.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Riverview

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Riverview.

River Oaks Treatment Launches LGBT Drug Addiction Recovery Program

LGBT + Treatment Track offers support in the coming-out stages, difficult family relationships, and drug and alcohol recovery, staff said

Drinking Water Improvements To Happen In South Hillsborough: County

Residents in the Riverview and Wimauma areas have been asked to provide their opinions about plans officials have to improve water quality.

Sylvia Thomas Center For Adoptive Families Celebrates 22 Years In Riverview

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce joined with Sylvia Thomas Center at the start of June and celebrated 22 years of community service.

11 People Saved From Capsized Boat Thanks To Good Samaritans, Deputies

Hillsborough County deputies said nearby boaters noticed the capsized boat and quickly arrived to help lift the victims into theirs.

2 Small-Business 'Disaster Recovery' Workshops Scheduled: Hillsborough

The Florida Small Business Development Center at Hillsborough County is offering free consultations to business in disaster preparedness.

Family Feud Leads To Fatal Shooting At Riverview Home: Sheriff

Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office have begun investigating what two family members argued about prior to the shooting.

Gunman Killed, Hostage Rescued In Wimauma Standoff: Sheriff

An armed suspect was killed Wednesday after a hostage situation that lasted more than 9 hours. Another person was found dead near a shed.

Dump Truck Driver Killed In U.S. 301 Crash: Troopers

The Florida Highway Patrol investigated a fatal wreck in Hillsborough County Monday afternoon that involved a truck that flipped over.

2 License-Free Fishing Weekends To Happen In June For Floridians

FWC said license-free fishing days in Florida provide a fun opportunity for new anglers to try fishing for the first time.

Now Playing At A Local Woods Near You: Nature Tours

It might be time to take those iPhones and Androids to our neck of the woods and use an app that takes us on a tour at a conservation park.

Summer Library Challenge To Give ZooTampa Tickets To Winners

Kids, teens and adults will have a chance to win tech prizes by participating in Hillsborough libraries' reading challenge.

Tampa Area Residents Bring Floor Coverings International To Tampa Bay

Fulfilling a desire to work together, a couple trades their careers to open a new flooring franchise business.