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Police investigate homicide on Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Jun 13, 2024

TAMPA, Fla. - On June 12, 2024, around 5:15 p.m., officers responded to the 1500 block of E. Hillsborough Avenue for the report of an adult male located with upper body trauma. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

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Tampa police investigate homicide on East 26th Avenue

By Tampa Republic | Jun 13, 2024

On June 13, 2024, shortly before 9:30 am, Tampa Police Officers responded to the 1000 Block of East 26th Avenue for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male with upper body trauma. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries.

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Tampa completes $100 million upgrade at waste-to-energy facility

By Tampa Republic | Jun 11, 2024

The City of Tampa has announced the completion of a $100 million retrofit of its McKay Bay Waste to Energy Facility. Established in 1985, the facility is integral to Tampa's Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management Department, converting over two million pounds of waste daily into electrical energy for approximately 15,000 homes each month. In addition to generating electricity, the facility recovers metals from processed ash and employs a multi-step pollution control system for gases.

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Second arrest made in fatal Dale Mabry Hwy crash

By Tampa Republic | Jun 11, 2024

Tampa Police Traffic Homicide Detectives have arrested a second suspect in connection with the fatal crash that occurred on June 3, 2024, at the intersection of N Dale Mabry Hwy and W South Ave.

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House Judiciary Committee releases video calling for contempt charge against Merrick Garland

By Tampa Republic | Jun 11, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) and the House Judiciary Committee released a video highlighting why Attorney General Merrick Garland must be held in Contempt of Congress.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the Tampa Republic coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Tampa couple achieves homeownership after 16-year journey

By Tampa Republic | Jun 7, 2024

The City of Tampa's housing community is set to celebrate the years-long journey of a local couple toward homeownership on Friday. Jacqueline and Patrick Knox have spent sixteen years working towards their dream of owning a home, navigating challenges such as rising interest rates, housing prices, and tough competition.

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Tampa Convention Center appoints Abed Pompa as Chief Maintenance Engineer

By Tampa Republic | Jun 6, 2024

The Tampa Convention Center team has announced the appointment of Abed Pompa as the new Chief Maintenance Engineer following a nationwide search. Pompa will play a critical role within the Facilities/Operations and Maintenance Department.

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Audit reveals findings on Tampa's right-of-way permitting process

By Tampa Republic | Jun 6, 2024

The Internal Audit Department has released its report on Maintenance of Traffic and Right of Way Permitting, designated as Audit 24-07. The Right-of-Way Permitting Section oversees the review and approval of permit applications for private and public construction, as well as maintenance activities that affect City of Tampa roadway assets.

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Tampa hosts free compost giveaway as part of new yard waste initiative

By Tampa Republic | Jun 5, 2024

Following the recent launch of its new yard waste initiative, Tampa’s Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management, in partnership with Veransa Group, will host a free compost giveaway.

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Rep. Laurel Lee criticizes Biden's immigration executive order

By Tampa Republic | Jun 4, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) issued a statement following President Biden's recent immigration Executive Order.

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Tampa collaborates with Walk Bike Tampa on new mobility initiative

By Tampa Republic | Jun 4, 2024

The City of Tampa has announced a collaboration with Walk Bike Tampa, which has been awarded an Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Grant from City Thread, a national non-profit organization focused on enhancing community connectivity through transportation.

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Major wastewater project nears completion in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Jun 3, 2024

After four years of construction, a major wastewater project to replace an aging 54-inch force main is nearing completion. The new pipeline, extending approximately 13,700 linear feet, now runs from the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant and connects to a pipeline under South Franklin Street. All wastewater flow from the force main on Harbour Island has been diverted to the new infrastructure.

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City leaders host LGBT flag-raising ceremony to mark Pride Month

By Tampa Republic | Jun 3, 2024

Today, Mayor Jane Castor, Councilman Alan Clendenin, and other city officials invited the community to join in a special LGBT flag-raising ceremony outside Old City Hall. This event marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time dedicated to uplifting LGBT voices, celebrating LGBT culture, and supporting LGBT rights.

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Tampa police arrest suspect in fatal Dale Mabry highway crash

By Tampa Republic | Jun 3, 2024

On June 3, 2024, at approximately 10:25 a.m., Tampa Police officers responded to the intersection of N Dale Mabry Hwy and W South Ave following reports of a two-vehicle crash.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Jun 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Tampa Republic coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Tampa police investigate fatal single-vehicle crash

By Tampa Republic | Jun 2, 2024

On June 2, 2024, at approximately 11:47 a.m., Tampa police officers responded to the intersection of N 11 St and W Hillsborough Ave following reports of an overturned vehicle. Upon arrival, officers found two individuals in the overturned convertible: the driver, a black male in his late 70s, and the passenger, a black female in her late 70s.

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Tampa police charge man in double homicide

By Tampa Republic | Jun 2, 2024

On June 1, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m., officers responded to the 1100 block of Ray Charles Blvd in Tampa, Florida, following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult female and an adult male with upper body trauma. Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.