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News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa, in partnership with the Junior League of Tampa, will be collecting diapers the week of September 23 for local families in need. The donation drive will kick off with a flag-raising…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Parks and Recreation

In advance of what is expected to become Hurricane Helene impacting the Gulf Coast, the City of Tampa is opening sandbag distribution sites begin tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, at 8 a.m.Sandbag…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 21, 2024) -- Tampa Police arrested 30-year-old Jerome Parker on murder charges after a deadly shooting in Copeland Park last month.On August 09, 2024, officers responded to…

News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa, in partnership with the Junior League of Tampa, will be collecting diapers the week of September 23 for local families in need. The donation drive will kick off with a flag raising…

News Tampa Police

On Thursday morning, September 19, 2024, the Tampa Police Department arrested 21-year-old Sebastian Scott (black male, 9/29/2002), in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the 29th Street…

News Community Partnerships and Neighborhood Engagement, News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa is hosting an interactive training session designed to empower neighborhood associations and crime watch groups.On Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9 AM to 2 PM, local volunteers…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

The City of Tampa is proud to attract federal funding once again for its longstanding public transit needs. Announced this week, the City will receive a $1 million Technical Assistance Grant from the…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 18, 2024) — Tampa Police have arrested 42-year-old Maria Montesino (Hispanic female 08/20/1982), who robbed the Grow Financial Federal Credit Union located in the 1700 block of…

News General

Tampa to Celebrate its Second Annual World Car-Free Day on September 22, 2024Joining more than 2,000 cities in 46 countries, Tampa will celebrate its second consecutive World Car-Free Day on Sunday,…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Sustainability & Resilience

On its first year anniversary, the City of Tampa’s City Center at Hanna Avenue is proud to announce it has achieved one of the most prestigious green building certifications for its commitment to…

News Convention Center

You may hear some cannon sounds coming from the Tampa Convention Center Front Drive (near The Sail Plaza) on Friday, September 20. No, Gasparilla isn't here early! It's for a private event.The Ye…

News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa is gearing up for the 2nd Annual HBCU “U-KNOW” Day, hosted by City Councilwoman Gwendolyn “Gwen” Henderson. The community-driven event celebrates Historically Black Colleges and…

News City Council, News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa will hold a ceremony to rename a portion of N. Albany Avenue in honor of the late Dr. Walter L. Smith, a Tampa native and former president of Florida A&M University (FAMU).The…

News City Council, News General

Tampa Honors Legacy of Dr. Walter L. Smith with Street Renaming CeremonyThe City of Tampa will hold a ceremony to rename a portion of N. Albany Avenue in honor of the late Dr. Walter L. Smith, a…

News General

City of Tampa is Doubling its Paving CapacityThe City of Tampa is excited to announce the acquisition of a brand-new paving machine that, along with eight new hires, effectively doubles the City's in…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 13, 2024) -- On Friday, September 13, 2024, the Tampa Police Department charged 35-year-old Estaban Del Valle with Written or Electronic Threat to Conduct a Mass Shooting or Act…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 12, 2024) -- Just after noon, the Tampa Police School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Blake High School, located at 1701 N. Boulevard, arrested 15-year-old Antwan Colding (…

News General, News Water Department

The Tampa Water Department will temporarily change its disinfection process from Monday, September 16 through Monday, October 7. This is part of routine maintenance to preserve the quality of our…

News Internal Audit

The Training Division within Tampa Fire Rescue is responsible for the planning, administration, and record keeping of ongoing training for the department. The report in its entirety can be viewed on…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 10, 2024) -- At 10:19 am, the Tampa Police Department are currently working to resolve a barricaded subject call in the 3300 block of W. Arch St.Officers responded when a…

News Internal Audit

The City of Tampa (City) established a Job Order Contracting program to facilitate the repair and rehabilitation of City facilities and infrastructure. The report in its entirety can viewed on…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 6, 2024) --Tampa Police Detectives have successfully completed a lengthy investigation and shut down a main source of narcotics supply in the Sulphur Springs area and along the…

News General

The City of Tampa Launches Two-Year Project to Update the City’s Land Development CodeIn an effort to create an improved Land Development Code that is more user-friendly and meets the needs of our…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 3, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department stepped up traffic enforcement efforts over the extended Labor Day weekend, with a particular focus on the Courtney Campbell Causeway.…

News General, News Tampa Fire Rescue

Tampa Fire Rescue is excited to participate in Fire Prevention Week 2024, running from October 6-12. This year's theme, "Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you," emphasizes the importance of having…