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Tampa prepares for road closures ahead of MLK Day Parade

Parade season in Tampa will continue with traffic detours and road closures as the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

By Tampa Republic | Jan 20, 2025

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Tampa Police release video of suspects in November shooting

Tampa Police are continuing their investigation into a shooting incident that took place on November 8, 2024.

By Tampa Republic | Jan 17, 2025

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Gasparilla Children's Parade prompts road closures and transport changes

By Tampa Republic | Jan 16, 2025

The Gasparilla Children's Parade is set to take place on Saturday, January 18th, along Bayshore Boulevard.

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Tampa police commemorate fallen officer Norris Epps with memorial ceremony

By Tampa Republic | Jan 15, 2025

Tampa, FL - The Tampa Police Department will hold a memorial ceremony to honor Officer Norris Epps, Jr., who died in the line of duty 30 years ago.

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Tampa urges bead donations for environmental campaign during Gasparilla events

By Tampa Republic | Jan 15, 2025

The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste is urging attendees of the Gasparilla Children’s Parade to participate in the Bead-Free Bay initiative by bringing unwanted beads to designated collection sites.

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Tampa announces revised trash collection schedule for MLK Jr. Day

By Tampa Republic | Jan 15, 2025

In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Tampa appoints Jeffrey McKittrick as director of Housing & Community Development

By Tampa Republic | Jan 13, 2025

The City of Tampa has appointed Jeffrey McKittrick as the new Director of Housing and Community Development.

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Audit report released on Tampa's recreation services

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

The Internal Audit Department has published its latest report, "Parks and Recreation - Recreation Services, Audit 25-03."

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Tampa's internal audit department releases accounts payable audit report

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

The Internal Audit Department has released its audit report, titled "Revenue & Finance - Accounts Payable, Audit 25-01."

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Police investigate shooting near O'Brien & Spruce intersection

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

Tampa Police are investigating a shooting that took place near the intersection of N. O'Brien St and W. Spruce St just after noon on January 10, 2025.

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Tampa releases audit on bridge and pump station maintenance

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

The Internal Audit Department has released the "Mobility - Bridge and Pump Station Maintenance and Operations, Audit 24-18."

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Tampa honors waste workers' hurricane cleanup with Pollo Tropical feast

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

The City of Tampa is set to honor its Solid Waste workers for their significant efforts in cleaning up after two hurricanes.

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Police seek help identifying credit card fraud suspect caught on camera

By Tampa Republic | Jan 10, 2025

Tampa Police detectives are investigating a series of credit card fraud incidents that began in November 2024.

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Tampa police investigate skimmers found on local ATM machines

By Tampa Republic | Jan 8, 2025

Tampa, FL - On January 7, 2025, the Tampa Police Department was alerted to a skimming device found on an ATM at a 7-Eleven located at 1930 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.

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Tampa police seek public help after New Year's Eve shooting

By Tampa Republic | Jan 8, 2025

On New Year's Eve, a security guard was shot in the 600 block of N. Ashley St., Tampa, while attempting to disperse a large group causing disturbances with electric dirt bike-style bicycles.

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Tampa Convention Center hosts Gasparilla brunch among other January events

By Tampa Republic | Jan 7, 2025

The Tampa Convention Center is set to host a series of events this January, with the Gasparilla Pirate Invasion Brunch Experience being a highlight.

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Tampa hosts traditional banner drop with Bucs alumni

By Tampa Republic | Jan 7, 2025

The City of Tampa is set to host a banner drop event on Wednesday, in collaboration with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Police investigate death after body found in waters off Chapin St

By Tampa Republic | Jan 6, 2025

Tampa, FL - On January 6, 2025, Tampa Police were called to the scene of a reported deceased person in the water near the 2400 block of Chapin St. The incident occurred shortly before 3:15 pm.

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Tampa police investigate fatal multi-vehicle crash

By Tampa Republic | Jan 3, 2025

Tampa Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of E Bougainvillea Ave and McKinley Dr. The incident took place just before 10:00 a.m., involving multiple vehicles.

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Shooting at Curtis Hixon Park leaves security guard injured

By Tampa Republic | Jan 1, 2025

Tampa police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Tuesday night, resulting in injuries to one individual.