DUI Checkpoint Set for Friday Night

The checkpoint will take place in the area of 56th Street and Whiteway Drive.

Crime Report: Homeowners Foil Crooks and Other Crimes

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Meth Cook Busted in Temple Terrace

The Temple Terrace man was making meth in his rental home, according to police officers.

Temple Terrace First Responders Help Make Needy Children's Christmas Wishes Come True

Not everyone will have a Christmas tree with presents bulging from beneath the lower branches. Temple Terrace police and fire departments see to it that all needy children have a present from Santa.

Florida Highway Patrol Announces Staff Changes at Local Headquarters

The Florida Highway Patrol has a new leader for its Troop C, which is based locally

Police Work to Connect Shooting Organizers to Temple Terrace Burglaries

Police say the teens involved in last week's shooting plot could also be responsible for local home burglaries.

Gas Leak Closes Area Near Hillsborough, 56th

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is evacuating the area.

Police Crack Down on Holiday Drunken Driving

This season, the Florida Highway Patrol is warning motorists: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”

Security Heightened at King High

The Hillsborough school district has extra security at the school today even though it doesn't believe anything out of the ordinary will happen.

King Shooting Plot Targeted 1 Student, Deputies Say

Authorities now believe the shooting would have taken place off campus.

3 Arrested Following Tip About Alleged King High School Shooting Plot

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies made the arrests earlier today.

Crime Report: Burglars Break into Area Homes and a Shed

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Pedestrian Seriously Injured Near Fowler Avenue, 30th Street

Tampa Police and Fire Rescue units were on the scene Tuesday night.

Chase Through Temple Terrace Nets Battery Suspect

A Tampa man fled from police after hitting a woman with his car on purpose, according to the Tampa Police Department.

Vintage Pineapple Hand Grenade Recovered from USF Library

The grenade was found in a donation box.

Help Needed to Find Missing, Endangered Teen

She disappeared from the Temple Terrace area today.

Holiday Safety Tips From Temple Terrace Police

The Temple Terrace Police Department is encouraging residents to be safe this holiday season.

29 Occupy Tampa Protesters Arrested at Overnight Demonstration

Protesters at Tampa's Riverfront Park were peacefully arrested and charged with trespassing and resisting arrest without violence.

Crime Report: Increased Burglaries at Meadowood Condos and Other Crimes

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

State Police Increase Patrols for Thanksgiving Holiday

The Florida Highway Patrol is advising motorists not to act like turkeys but to drive responsibly during the busy Thanksgiving holiday.

Fire Department Recognized for Seatbelt Pledge

The pledge helps hold firefighters accountable for safety, according to Temple Terrace Fire Chief Keith Chapman.

Police Officers, Others Participate in Great American Teach-In

Volunteer speakers visited schools through Hillsborough County Thursday to talk to students.

Fire Department Suspects Arson on Joyce Avenue

A fire that broke out Nov. 11 on Joyce Avenue near Riverhills Elementary School is likely arson, fire officials say.

Crime Report: Another Golf Bag Stolen from Cart

This is the second time in recent history a bag has been snatched from a golfer's cart.

Cause of Death Identified in 2 Investigations

Patch reported Tuesday that the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office was at the scene of two deaths that occurred in separate locations near Fletcher Avenue. Here is an update on both cases.

Apartment Fire Displaces 2 Families

The fire was caused by discarded smoking materials, according to Tampa Fire Rescue investigators.

Sheriff’s Office Investigating 2 Deaths Near Fletcher Avenue

Two people were found dead in different locations near Fletcher Avenue last night. The sheriff’s office says the incidents are unrelated.

Crime Report: Burglars Force Entry into Homes

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Fire Displaces 3 River Chase Families

A fire broke out Tuesday at the River Chase Apartments on Temple Terrace Highway.

Deputies Wait on Autopsy in Bones Case

The process will take up to eight weeks.

Red Light Camera Captures Crash

An automobile accident was caught on the red light camera at the intersection of 56th Street and Fowler Avenue.

Crime Report: Thieves Steal Unattended Golf Bag and More

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Crime Report: Burglars Steal TVs, Computers and Video Games

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Police Search for Burglary Suspect After Break-In Near Fowler Avenue

The man was caught on the home’s security camera.

Halloween Safety Tips From TTPD

The Temple Terrace Police Department has compiled a list of tips to keep you and your little pumpkins safe this Halloween.

Safety Checkpoint Set for 56th Street

The Temple Terrace Police Department's goal is to reduce DUI-related accidents.

Crime Report: Thieves Steal Bike, A/C Unit

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Crime Report: Area Homes Were Burglarized This Week

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Crime Report: Burglars Enter Homes Through Unlocked Doors, Windows

The following information was supplied by Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler, of the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Viewfinder: National Night Out

Did we see you or your neighbors at National Night Out Tuesday evening? Click through the photos to find out.