False Killer Whale Deaths, Pelican Sickness, Little Daredevil

Jurassic gator, accused cop killer captured, 86 jobs and other stories from Florida Patch.

Traffic Advisory – N. Falkenburg Road Closure Jan. 14

This closure is expected to impact traffic. Barricades and signs will direct traffic. Drivers are encouraged to seek other routes.

Brandon Playground Closing For ‘Supersized’ Remodeling

The playground at Paul Sanders Park is getting a whole new look.

Hillsborough County Offices to Close for MLK Day

Most Hillsborough County offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. day.

Officers Down, U2 In Tampa, Burglar Shot By Homeowner

Dolphin makes football picks, warmer weather, seven arrested after feeding the homeless and other stories from Florida Patch.

Voyeurism: Seffner Man Peeped Under Dressing Room Door, Deputies Say

A 51-year-old Seffner man is accused of peeping at a home trying on clothes in a Brandon store.

Apollo Beach Suncoast Youth Conservation Center Offers Boating Safety Course

This beginner boating class will cover the knowledge needed to obtain a Boating Safety Education Identification Card in Florida.

Crash Closes I-75 Northbound Lanes In Big Bend Area

A crash in the Big Bend area has Hillsborough County deputies asking motorists to avoid a section of Interstate 75.

Dad Killed, Toddler Injured In Plant City Crash

A Wednesday evening crash claimed the life of a man while leaving his 2-yer-old son injured.

Buchanan Denounces Failure To Stand with Israel

The House is expected to vote Thursday on a resolution co-sponsored by Buchanan opposing the U.N.’s anti-Israel action.

Tampa Man Killed In Falkenburg, Adamo Crash

A Wednesday morning crash on Adamo Drive and Falkenburg Road left a Tampa man dead and a Brandon man seriously injured.

Boy’s Condition Serious After New Year’s Eve Hit-And-Run

A 13-year-old boy remains in serious condition as the search for the motorist who struck him continues.

Selmon Expressway Lanes Notification For National Championship Game Weekend

The Selmon Expressway Reversible Lanes will be adjusted for the expected influx of drivers in Tampa.

Free Professional Video Production Training at TBCN

Hillsborough County residents ages 18 and over are invited to attend professional video production training at TBCN Community

Valrico Shooting Victim's Name Released

Breaking: A 17-year-old was killed in a New Year's Day shooting in Valrico.

1 Dead In Valrico Shooting

A person was killed during a New Year’s Day shooting in Valrico.

Boy, 13, Critical After New Year’s Eve Hit-And-Run

Troopers are looking for help identifying a SUV involved in a Saturday hit-and-run that left a boy critically injured.

Tractor Trailer Vs. Cadillac Crash Closes Seffner Road

Motorists are being asked to avoid a stretch of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Seffner following a Thursday crash.

Wife Charged In Husband's Murder

An Apollo Beach woman faces first-degree murder charges in connection with her husband’s Christmas Eve death.

Hillsborough County Announces Transportation Option for After-School Program

Students at Limona Elementary School can take a bus to the after-school program at the Brandon Recreation Center.

Teen Shot While Defending Mom, Cops Say

A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the stomach late Monday night. The accused shooter is in custody.

2016 Holiday Hours Announced for Selmon Expressway Reversible Lanes

The hours of the RELs will be affected over the long holiday weekends.

Brandon Woman Reported Missing

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help locating a Brandon woman deputies say is missing and endangered.

Brandon Man Charged In November Murder

Tampa Police have charged a 49-year-old Brandon man with second-degree murder in the death of Gregory A. Walker.

Lightning Autographs, Florida's Population Up, Deputy Arrested

Outback Bowl Beach Day, wrong-way crash, fastest-growing states and other stories from Florida Patch.

Donald Trump Sweeps Florida’s Electoral College Vote

President-elect Donald Trump officially has Florida’s 29 electoral votes in his pocket.

DUI Crackdown Announced For Hillsborough County

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Highway Patrol are teaming up for a DUI operation this weekend.

New ‘Super Slide’ Set To Debut At 2017 Florida State Fair

A 60-foot tall, 180-foot long will make its debut at the 2017 Florida State Fair.

Attorney Barry Morgan Examines Safety Hazards of E-Cigarettes

Attorney Barry Morgan, of the Morgan Law Office P.A., lists the top two tips for consumers regarding the dangers of e-cigarettes.

West Family Law Group Rebrands and Relocates

Attorney Richard West announces the rebranding of West Family Law Group and its new office location.

Tow To Go Gearing Up for 2016 Holiday Season

Tampa Bay area motorists too impaired to drive will find AAA is poised to offer safe rides home this holiday season.

Jaw-Dropping Gator ‘Riding’ Manatee Photo Raises Awareness for Gentle Giants

An unusual photo of two of Florida’s most well-known critters together in the same place sheds light on the real dangers manatees face.

Tuesday’s Supermoon, Bubba the Love Sponge Booted, 78 Jobs

Christmas favorites, historic flight to Cuba, cops make little racer’s day and other stories from Florida Patch.

Woman Blew Nearly 5 Times Over Legal Limit: Deputies

A Wednesday night crash in Brandon resulted in a DUI charge for a motorist. The charge was her second in recent months.

Florida Strawberry Festival 2017 Concert Tickets On Sale Now

Headline entertainers for the 2017 Florida Strawberry Festival include 3 Doors Down, Willie Nelson and Rascal Flatts.

New Zika Virus Case Confirmed in Tampa Bay Area

Florida’s total number of Zika virus cases climbed to 1,236 on Wednesday with a new case in Hillsborough County among those confirmed.

Ruskin Cocaine Sting Shooting: Suspect Names Released

Six Hillsborough deputies have been placed on administrative leave following a Tuesday night shooting that left two suspects injured.

Deputy-Involved Shooting Reported in Ruskin

A Tuesday night deputy-involved shooting in Ruskin sent one suspect to the hospital while at least one other fled.

Florida Recount Lawsuit: Hillary Clinton Beat Donald Trump, Plaintiffs Allege

Three Central Florida residents have gone to court demanding a statewide paper ballot hand recount.

Valrico Man Killed in Farm Tractor Crash

An 84-year-old man was killed Monday when his farm tractor was hit by a semi on State Road 674.