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Tampa celebrates its 137-year history with week-long events

By Tampa Republic | Jul 14, 2024

All are welcome to celebrate Tampa's 137th birthday alongside city leaders and historians on Monday, July 15, 2024. The event precedes a week-long series of activities showcasing the city's history over the past century.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Jul 13, 2024

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

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Hillsborough County's women's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023

By Tampa Republic | Jul 12, 2024

Women's football teams from Hillsborough County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.

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Tampa unveils comprehensive plan to improve heat resilience

By Tampa Republic | Jul 12, 2024

As high temperatures blanket the Tampa Bay region, residents seek ways to stay cool during the hottest months of the year. The City of Tampa has unveiled its first Heat Resilience Playbook, created in collaboration with researchers at the University of South Florida and Resilient Cities Catalyst, a nonprofit organization that aids cities in advancing resilience work. The playbook outlines policies, projects, and programs aimed at protecting vulnerable communities from extreme heat.

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Tampa police arrest suspect in fatal crash on Dale Mabry Highway

By Tampa Republic | Jul 12, 2024

On June 22, 2024, at approximately 3:28 a.m., Tampa Police responded to the 1900 block of N Dale Mabry Hwy, near W Spruce St, following reports of a three-vehicle crash.

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Hillsborough County's men's football teams receive $22,071,378 in 2023

By Tampa Republic | Jul 11, 2024

Men's football teams from Hillsborough County received $22,071,378 during the 2023 season, up 18.1% from the previous year.

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Tampa man indicted for sex trafficking of a minor

By Tampa Republic | Jul 11, 2024

Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the unsealing of an indictment charging Dontae Burton (39, Tampa) with sex trafficking of a minor. If convicted, Burton faces a maximum penalty of life in federal prison.

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Three Clermont labs agree to settle False Claims Act liability for $2.45 million

By Tampa Republic | Jul 11, 2024

Orlando, FL – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced today that Vista Clinical Diagnostics, LLC; Access Dermpath, Inc.; and Advanced Clinical Laboratories, Inc. have agreed to pay the United States, the State of Florida, the State of North Carolina, and the Commonwealth of Virginia $2.45 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by submitting claims to Medicare and Medicaid containing manipulated diagnosis codes.

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Swim With HART offers free pool access for transit riders in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Jul 11, 2024

The City of Tampa’s Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART), has announced the launch of Swim With HART. This program allows HART riders to gain free admission to City of Tampa pools by presenting their bus passes.

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House passes bills targeting appliance energy regulations

By Tampa Republic | Jul 10, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) released a statement following the House of Representatives' passage of H.R. 7637, the Refrigerator Freedom Act, and H.R. 7700, the Stop Unaffordable Dishwasher Standards (SUDS) Act.

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City of Tampa launches "Suds and Solutions" initiative for community engagement

By Tampa Republic | Jul 10, 2024

The City of Tampa has announced the launch of “Suds and Solutions,” an initiative aimed at providing residents with information on city services and programs while offering free laundry services. The event is scheduled for July 10, 2024, from 2 PM to 5 PM (last wash at 4:30 PM) at Riverside Laundromat, located at 906 West MLK Jr. Boulevard in Tampa.

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House passes SAVE Act aimed at securing voter eligibility

By Tampa Republic | Jul 10, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) released a statement following the House of Representatives' passage of H.R. 8281, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The legislation aims to protect elections and ensure that only American citizens are eligible to vote.

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Federal jury convicts armed career criminal from St. Petersburg

By Tampa Republic | Jul 9, 2024

A federal jury has convicted Devaris Lemain Simmons, 33, of St. Petersburg, for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. The jury also determined that Simmons qualifies as an Armed Career Criminal due to three prior serious drug offenses. As a result, Simmons faces a minimum mandatory sentence of 15 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.

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Tampa police seek public's help in identifying armed robbery suspect

By Tampa Republic | Jul 9, 2024

The Tampa Police Department is actively working to identify and apprehend the suspect involved in an armed robbery at a local motel.

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Six indicted for racketeering conspiracy in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Jul 9, 2024

Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the unsealing of an indictment charging Christian Andujar Rivera (26, Tampa), Irving Diego Bruzon (28, Tampa), Xavier Chase Gardner (31, Tampa), Mohamed Nidal Jaber (32, Tampa), Julissa Collazo (27, Port Richey), and Kyle Miller (33, Orlando) with racketeering conspiracy and various related charges including conspiracy to commit robbery, bank fraud, murder in aid of racketeering, arson, and possession with intent to distribute 1,000 kilograms or more of marijuana. If convicted on all counts, each defendant...

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Tampa Police Department welcomes new officers during significant commemoration

By Tampa Republic | Jul 8, 2024

Mayor Jane Castor and Chief Lee Bercaw will welcome 17 new officers as the Tampa Police Department holds a swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, at 2:00 pm in Ballroom D of the Tampa Convention Center.

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Ten-time convicted felon pleads guilty to possessing firearm

By Tampa Republic | Jul 8, 2024

Albert Ayala, a 34-year-old resident of Orlando, Florida, has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. The announcement was made by United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg. Ayala faces up to 15 years in federal prison, with sentencing scheduled for August 21, 2024.

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New golf technology introduced at Rogers Park in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Jul 8, 2024

Golfers at Rogers Park in Tampa will now be able to use state-of-the-art technology to enhance their skills. Toptracer Range is a cutting-edge technology system that transforms the traditional driving range experience by tracking the flight of a golf ball, displaying its path in real time, and providing instant feedback on every shot. It enables golfers of all levels to enjoy interactive games and practice sessions with precise data on their performance.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Jul 6, 2024

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

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Tampa police investigate homicide following reported burglary

By Tampa Republic | Jul 6, 2024

TAMPA, FL. (July 6, 2024) - Around 4:19 a.m., Tampa Police responded to a residence on the 1300 block of South Bermuda Blvd in the Palmetto Beach Community for a reported burglary.