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Tampa Police have arrested Derrick Smith, 30, on murder charges following a fatal shooting on Thursday afternoon.

Jacksonville man faces multiple counts of money laundering

Jacksonville, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the indictment of Mauricio Chahine, 52, from Jacksonville, on charges of money laundering and attempted money laundering.

Congresswoman Laurel Lee addresses healthcare access and immigration policy concerns

Congresswoman Laurel Lee shared insights on key topics through recent tweets.

Jacksonville postal worker pleads guilty to fraud and mail theft

Daniel Diaz Garcia, a contract postal carrier from Jacksonville, Florida, has admitted guilt to charges of credit card fraud and mail theft.

Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, Nov. 25?

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, Nov. 25.

Congresswoman Laurel Lee discusses FAFSA act and local economy

By Tampa Republic | Nov 21, 2024

Congresswoman Laurel Lee highlighted recent legislative achievements and local economic initiatives in tweets posted on November 21, 2024.

Police investigate homicide after Tampa shooting

By Tampa Republic | Nov 21, 2024

Tampa Police are conducting an investigation following a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.

Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Nov. 24?

By Tampa Republic | Nov 21, 2024

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Nov. 24.

Tampa police arrest suspect in fatal hit-and-run incident

On November 19, 2024, at approximately 2:55 a.m., Tampa Police responded to a fatal hit and run incident.

Little League coach pleads guilty to enticement charge involving minor

Joseph Rocco Quaranta, a 48-year-old resident of Dunnellon, Florida, has pleaded guilty to attempting to entice a minor into sexual activity.

Tampa police clarify details amid speculation over recent death investigation

The Tampa Police Department is responding to widespread online speculation surrounding a recent death investigation that has sparked numerous inquiries to police departments in Florida and Texas.

Congresswoman Laurel Lee discusses legislative initiatives on transparency and public service

Congresswoman Laurel Lee shared updates on three significant legislative efforts via social media posts dated November 19-20, focusing on government transparency through the Grant Transparency Act and advocating for public servant benefits with...

Which former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 23?

These former Tampa Republic area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 23.

Hillsborough County home prices rose in October 2024 compared to October 2023

In October, the median sale price of a home in Hillsborough County rose by $20,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 1.2%.

Bill aims to increase penalties for smuggling phones into federal prisons

Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) introduced new legislation aimed at increasing penalties for smuggling contraband cellphones into federal prisons.

Veterans Plaza dedicated in Tampa honors military members

Tampa's newest Veterans Plaza will be unveiled today.

Kathy Castor advocates for emergency disaster aid post-hurricane devastation

U.S. Representative Kathy Castor addressed critical issues through tweets dated November 19th concerning emergency disaster funding after severe hurricanes hit Tampa Bay.

Tampa Police investigate two unrelated deaths near Courtney Campbell Causeway