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Tampa Police Department organizes remembrance event for October shooting victims

By Tampa Republic | Oct 25, 2024

Tampa, FL (October 25, 2024) - The Tampa Police Department, in collaboration with the Ybor City Historic District business community, is set to host "Ybor Night Out: A Time of Remembrance and Resilience" on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024.

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Five Orlando residents indicted in multimillion-dollar tax evasion scheme

By Tampa Republic | Oct 24, 2024

United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced indictments against five Orlando residents, Eduardo Anibal Escobar, Carlos Alberto Rodriguez, Adelmy Tejada, Rene Mauricio Escobar, and Juana Nelida Escobar. The individuals face charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and tax fraud. If convicted, they could each face up to 20 years in federal prison for wire fraud and up to 5 years for tax fraud. Additionally, the U.S. government seeks forfeiture of at least $19 million and five residential properties in Orlando.

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Tampa warns residents about contractor fraud amid storm recovery efforts

By Tampa Republic | Oct 23, 2024

As storm repair efforts intensify, the City of Tampa is urging residents to remain vigilant against contractor fraud and price gouging.

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Tampa Police Memorial Run rescheduled after Hurricane Milton postponement

By Tampa Republic | Oct 23, 2024

The Tampa Police Department Memorial Committee has rescheduled the 30th Annual Tampa Police Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run-Walk. Originally set for October 12, the event was postponed due to Hurricane Milton and is now planned for Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 8:00 am.

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How many companies in cities across Hillsborough County received FDA citations in Q3?

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Hillsborough County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county over the third quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Texas man indicted for coercion and enticement involving minor

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

A Texas man, James Anthony Davila, has been indicted on charges of coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity and receipt of child sex abuse material. The announcement was made by United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg. If convicted, Davila could face a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years to life in federal prison for the coercion and enticement charge, and a mandatory 5 to 20 years for receiving child sex abuse material.

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Tampa Convention Center wins top regional honor at Stella Awards

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

Tampa Convention Center has been awarded the title of Best Convention Center in the Southeast U.S. for the second consecutive year. The center received the gold honor at the prestigious Stella Awards.

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Tampa police organize K9 water training at Adventure Island

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

The Tampa Police Department is set to conduct a specialized water training session for law enforcement canine units from the Tampa Bay area. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 10:00 am at Adventure Island water park, coinciding with the park's seasonal closure.

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Pedestrian killed in SOHO crash involving pickup truck

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

On October 22, 2024, at approximately 2:46 a.m., Tampa Police were called to the 400 block of S Howard Ave following reports of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle.

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Tampa opens more FEMA help centers for hurricane victims

By Tampa Republic | Oct 22, 2024

The City of Tampa is set to open three new FEMA assistance centers on October 23 to aid residents affected by recent hurricanes.

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How many companies in cities in Hillsborough County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By Tampa Republic | Oct 21, 2024

There were four companies in a city associated with Hillsborough County that received 11 FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Tampa police investigate gun-related incident at local middle school

By Tampa Republic | Oct 21, 2024

The Tampa Police Department is currently investigating an incident involving a firearm at Sligh Middle Magnet School. The event took place on October 21, 2024, and fortunately, there were no active threats to the school or individuals.

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Middle school employee faces charges for possession of child sex abuse material

By Tampa Republic | Oct 21, 2024

Mitchell Regan, a 36-year-old resident of Leesburg, has been arrested on charges of possessing child sex abuse material. The announcement was made by United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg. If found guilty, Regan could face up to 20 years in federal prison.

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Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By Tampa Republic | Oct 20, 2024

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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Tampa Republic area weekly mass times

By Tampa Republic | Oct 19, 2024

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

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Hurricane Milton affects utility billing process in Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Oct 18, 2024

City of Tampa Utilities has announced a temporary change in the billing process for customers due to disruptions caused by Hurricane Milton. The debris from the hurricane is preventing utility staff from reading water meters accurately. In response, utility bills will be estimated based on average daily usage over the past year until normal meter readings can resume.

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Arrest made in connection with infant death at University of Tampa

By Tampa Republic | Oct 18, 2024

The US Marshals Task Force, in collaboration with the Tampa Police Department, has arrested Brianna Moore, 19, in connection with the death of an infant found at the University of Tampa earlier this year. The arrest took place on October 18, 2024, in Quitman, Mississippi.

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Tampa police arrest four after sports store burglary following Hurricane Milton

By Tampa Republic | Oct 17, 2024

The Tampa Police Department has apprehended four individuals linked to a burglary at Hibbett Sports on October 10, 2024, which occurred in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.

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Tampa suspends recycling collection due to hurricane-induced waste

By Tampa Republic | Oct 17, 2024

The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste has announced a temporary suspension of residential recycling collection due to the high levels of storm debris caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The suspension will be in effect on Friday, October 18, 2024, with services resuming on Monday, October 21, 2024. In the meantime, yard waste and recycling teams are collaborating with debris management contractors to clear neighborhoods and return the city to its pre-storm state.

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Suspect charged after jumping from overpass following Tampa stabbing incident

By Tampa Republic | Oct 17, 2024

Late Wednesday night, Tampa Police responded to a stabbing incident at the Trails at Hunters Village Apartments on Hunters Village Rd. Upon arrival, officers found an adult female with multiple injuries and significant blood loss. She was transported by Tampa Fire Rescue to a nearby hospital where she is currently in stable condition.