Good Samaritan's Body Found 3 Days After He Went Missing: Sheriff

A man who tried to save a father and son Friday from strong waters in Apollo Beach is being remembered as a hero for his selfless actions.

Man Found Guilty For Killing Ex's New Boyfriend: State Attorney

A Brandon man was found guilty Friday by a jury for pre-meditated murder and burglary. The judge gave him life plus 50 years in prison.

Brandon Area Home Prices Up Recently

Home prices are higher in the Brandon area recently. See how much.

Tampa Man Killed In Crash With Tractor Trailer On SR-60: Police

A 30-year-old man ran a traffic light early Saturday morning, and he was thrown from his car when he crashed into a tractor trailer.

Bodies Identified, Search Still Underway For Missing Man

The bodies of a father and son who drowned Friday in Apollo Beach have been identified. Crews continue searching for the Good Samaritan.

Brandon Regional Hospital To Close Behavioral Health Unit

Brandon Regional Hospital will close its inpatient behavioral health program, effective Monday, June 14, 2021.

Driver In Critical Condition, Hit-And-Run On I-4: Highway Patrol

Deputies are seeking information about a vehicle that left the scene of an I-4 crash Wednesday that left a driver in critical condition.

Brandon Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

Hillsborough County's unemployment rate is lower than the Florida average.

Man Accused Of 2 Killings In 2018 Interviews Jurors: Report

A Riverview Man accused of killing his girlfriend and daughter, and injuring his son, questioned potential jurors Monday for his trial.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Brandon Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Multiple Police Agencies Respond To Thonotosassa Kidnapping

A Thonotosassa man faces kidnapping and aggravated battery charges after multiple law enforcement agencies went to his house on a warrant.

Red Tide Health Alert In Hillsborough: FL Health Department

The Florida Health Department has sent out a health alert that red tide blooms have been seen in some Tampa Bay water areas.

Tampa Redevelopment Site On Brandon Boulevard, Valrico, Sold For $1.6M

The 5,760 SF free-standing building is situated on 1.41 acres was originally operated as a restaurant.

More Than 60 Boats Were Stopped On Memorial Day 2021 Weekend

Waterway patrols were increased over the holiday weekend by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and Florida Fish and Wildlife.

Man Wanted For Sexual Battery On Child: Report

A man wanted for sexual battery on a child under 12 could possibly be hiding in the Wimauma area before he tries to leave the state.

History Teacher Takes His Life After Arrest In Sex Sting

A former Strawberry Crest High School teacher died by suicide a day after his arrest on charges of soliciting nude photos from a "minor."

In-Person Hillsborough County Graduation Commencement Schedule

Hillsborough County seniors will enjoy the first in-person 2021 graduation commencement since 2019 at FL State Fairgrounds Expo Hall.

Man Charged With Kidnapping, False Imprisonment Of Seffner Woman

The search is over for a suspect who is accused of kidnapping a Seffner woman May 9. Plant City police arrested him on grand theft charges.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Brandon Area?

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Brandon area compares.

125-Acre Brush Fire Contained By Firefighters

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue spent several hours Monday night battling a brush fire that grew from 30 acres to 125 acres.

Tampa Man Dies In Ruskin Area Crash: Highway Troopers

A man died Saturday evening on U.S. Highway 41 when his car crashed into a power pole and flipped over, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Brandon Patch.

Fair Market Rent Rates In Brandon Area

The coronavirus pandemic and other factors have shaken up the rental market. See how things have changed in Brandon area.

Seffner Kidnapping Suspect Wanted By Sheriff's Office

A man who is accused of beating and kidnapping a victim at a Seffner home Sunday is wanted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Gibsonton Suspect Arrested In AL On Attempted Murder Charge

A suspect who shot a victim in Gibsonton Sunday morning faces attempted second degree murder charge. He was captured in Greensboro, Alabama.

Video Shows Rescue Of Man On Sinking Jet Ski At Alafia River

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office rescued a father and a son who were displaced in the Alafia River due to a sinking jet ski.

Swimming Open At Lithia Springs Conservation Park

Lithia Springs Conservation Park has opened for the summer with social distancing guidelines and limited capacity during the pandemic.

Brandon Student Inducted Into The Honor Society Of Phi Kappa Phi

Marlon Walker was initiated at University of Maryland Global Campus.

Brandon Regional Hospital Nationally Recognized With An ‘A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

For the fifth consecutive time, Brandon Regional Hospital has received an ‘A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.

How Much Of Hillsborough County Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Brandon area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Report: Solar power now the ‘cheapest electricity in history’

Breaking down the reasons for solar’s surging affordability, especially for Brandon residents

Here's What You Can Start To Do When You're Fully Vaccinated

Find out here what you can start doing when you've been fully vaccinated, and the COVID guidelines the CDC said you should keep following.

Mother's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Brandon Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Brandon Patch.

Allergy Forecast For Brandon: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

Allergy sufferers beware, as high rates of pollen are expected in Brandon in the coming days.

1 Critically Injured In Seffner DUI Crash: Troopers

A suspect faces multiple charges after her car crashed into a dealership, and two passengers were thrown from the vehicle, police said.

Man With Dementia Missing From Ruskin: Sheriff

An 81-year-old man who lives with dementia was last seen Friday morning. He is without his medication, according to deputies.

College Financial Aid Applications In Brandon Area: Compare To FL

See how college aid applications changed for Brandon area high schools.

Bolay Fresh Bold Kitchen Opening In Brandon, St. Petersburg

A new, casual healthy eating restaurant, Bolay Fresh Bold Kitchen, plans to open two locations in Tampa Bay.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 2021: Brandon Location

Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.

Brandon Student Inudcted Into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Jessica Autry is now part of the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society.