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Tampa Police Join Statewide Campaign For Improved Roadway Safety

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 9, 2023

The Tampa Police Department has joined a statewide safety campaign to keep pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists safe.

Tampa Police Investigate Overnight Vandalism at Perry Harvey Park

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 7, 2023

The Tampa Police Department is investigating vandalism to artwork and a nearby city kiosk at Perry Harvey Park.

Tampa Police Investigate Single Vehicle Traffic Fatality

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 6, 2023

Tampa Police are currently in the 4900 block of Bayshore Blvd after being dispatched to the report of a single vehicle car crash just after 2:30 pm.

Sewer Pipe Smoke Test Demonstration

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 5, 2023

Smoke Testing in Neighborhoods Helps Identify Wastewater Pipe Problems.

Open Letter from Chief Bercaw on First 100 Days

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 4, 2023

September 30 marked 100 days since I officially took the oath as your Tampa Police Department Chief of Police.

Teen Arrested After Bringing Gun To School

By Tampa Republic Report | Oct 3, 2023

On Monday morning, a Freedom High School student was arrested after a gun was found in his bookbag.

A Place For Making Memories -- New Playground at Cal Dickson Tennis Center

By Tampa Republic Report | Sep 28, 2023

The number of renovated parks in the City of Tampa continues to grow, with South Tampa's Cal Dickson Tennis Center the newest to join the list.

Tampa Police Investigate Traffic Fatality in the 2200 Block of E. Fowler Ave

By Tampa Republic Report | Sep 28, 2023

Tampa Police are currently investigating a traffic crash resulting in a fatality in the 2200 block of E. Fowler Avenue. Preliminary reports reveal a motorcycle struck a Chevy pickup truck.

Tampa Convention Center Nominated for ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award

By Tampa Republic Report | Sep 16, 2023

The Tampa Convention Center is thrilled to announce its nomination for the prestigious ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award.

ICYMI: As FL Sets Extreme Heat Records, Grapples with Flooding & Intense Hurricanes, Castor Hosts Local Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli for Q&A with Tampa Bay Residents About Climate Change

By Tampa Republic Report | Sep 8, 2023

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) hosted a virtual Town Hall with WFLA Meteorologist, Jeff Berardelli to provide an update on extreme weather patterns and events that occurred this summer in the Tampa Bay area, and cost-saving solutions to reduce electric bills.

Local Teens Encouraged To Apply for Mayor's Youth Corps

By Tampa Republic Report | Sep 6, 2023

Tampa teens wanting to give back to their community and looking for a glimpse into the workings of City Hall are invited to apply for seats on the Mayor’s Youth Corps.

Tampa Police Make Swift Arrest in Borrell Park Murder

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 31, 2023

Tampa Police have arrested 32-year-old Jonathan Miller, Jr. (4/26/1991) in relation to the murder of an adult male in Borrell Park, located at 808 E. 26th Ave. on Sunday

Tampa Convention Center Welcomes Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 22, 2023

The Tampa Convention Center is proud to welcome the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine (AEAONMS) for its 2023 Annual Imperial Convention.

Castor Calls on USPS to Quickly Address Lack of Air Conditioning During Extreme Heat and Electrify Delivery Fleet in Tampa Bay Area

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 22, 2023

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (FL-14) urged Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and local Postmasters to address the lack of air conditioning in mail delivery trucks by swiftly updating the mail delivery fleet with modern electric vehicles while making desperately needed fixes to its current fleet to ensure the health and safety of Letter Carriers as climate pollution exacerbates extreme, record-breaking heatwaves.

Revolutionary Wastewater Project Reaches Key Milestone in Tampa Bay

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 16, 2023

Imagine an underground highway for wastewater: that’s what the Harbour Island Force Main is. This vital pipeline was installed on Harbour Island in 1951, moving more than 15 million gallons of wastewater daily from the Hillsborough River Corridor to the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant.

U.S. Rep. Castor Statement on Dismissal of Orlando State Attorney

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 16, 2023

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) today released the following statement regarding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ dismissal of Orlando-area State Attorney Monique Worrell

Rep. Laurel Lee Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Help Stop the Online Exploitation of Children

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 13, 2023

Recently, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) introduced H.R. 5082, the Revising Existing Procedures On Reporting via Technology (REPORT) Act to help end the online exploitation of children.

Mayor Castor Proposes Budget to Fix Roads, Add Sidewalks

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 8, 2023

Mayor Jane Castor today presented a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024 that aims to keep Tampa thriving by ramping up the paving of deteriorated roads and construction of missing sidewalks, as well as greater investments in affordable housing, public safety, and parks and recreation.

Rep. Castor Introduces Bill to Ban Power Companies from Manipulating Elections, Misleading Voters

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 8, 2023

The “Ethics in Energy Act” would prohibit electric utilities from using ratepayer dollars to fund shady political activities in the wake of scandals

Tampa Renters Can Lean on New Housing Team

By Tampa Republic Report | Aug 1, 2023

In an ongoing effort to tackle the affordable housing crisis, the City of Tampa is proud to introduce a new service dedicated to assisting residents, specifically renters, who need access to resources and fast results when facing housing issues.

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