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News & Public Notices

News General, News Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department, which offers an After School Program at 24 recreation and community centers across Tampa, has room for an additional 300-plus students for the 2024-25 school year…

News General, News Sustainability & Resilience, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

It's time to get rolling — the application window for the city's e-Bike Voucher Program opens tomorrow: Friday, August 16th at 8 A.M. and runs through 5 PM on August 30th.A total of 108 vouchers will…

News Community Redevelopment Areas, News General

The City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program (HRRP). The program aims to provide financial…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (August 13, 2024) -- One person was killed, and two others were injured after a man drove the cab of a semi-truck into a building early this morning.Around 4:19 am, officers responded to a…

News General, News Solid Waste

The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is concluding the collection of vegetative storm debris as of August 23, 2024. Residents are requested to place their hurricane vegetative debris curbside as…

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

Classroom grandparents are receiving a back to school treat from the City of Tampa. The Community Engagement and Partnerships team is surprising 60 Seniors in Service volunteers with $100 worth of “…

News Tampa Police

Tampa, FL. (August 08, 2024)- The suspect who shot at officers was found deceased after barricading himself inside a Tampa apartment complex.Around 3:30 pm, a Tampa Police detective was conducting a…

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

The City of Tampa is proud to announce the return of "Suds and Solutions," a community initiative designed to alleviate financial stress by providing free laundry assistance to local families while…

News General, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

Due to the flooding caused by Tropical Storm Debby, the layer of historic brick along the 4900 block of W. Prescott Street was found to be severely damaged and needs immediate repair. Until then, the…

News General, News Housing and Community Development, News Mayor Office

Two years after launching one of its most popular programs that has helped more than 1,800 families secure a stable place to live, the City of Tampa is excited to announce its Rental and Move-in…

News Internal Audit

Tampa Police Training Unit is responsible for the development, coordination, and delivery of extensive training programs for both new recruits and existing personnel. The report in its entirety can…

News City Council, News General, News Mayor Office

In recognition of Purple Heart Day, Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa Councilman Luis Viera and State Senator Jay Collins will join with the local Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapters and…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (August 5, 2024) -- Tampa Police are currently investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Little Caesars Pizza located at 6932 N Armenia Ave. just before 7:30 pm on Sunday, August…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Parks and Recreation, News Solid Waste, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

Reminder: The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is asking members of the public to avoid placing their containers curbside overnight, given the pending storm surges and gusts of wind. It is best…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way up the West Florida coastline, residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid the roadways.Given the heavy rainfall the Tampa Bay region is expected to receive…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

The City of Tampa will be activating its Call Center this weekend for individuals who want to ask weather-related questions as the region prepares for severe weather.Beginning at 2:00 P.M., on…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (August 2, 2024) -- Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw has announced the promotion of 47 dedicated officers and professional staff members to supervisory roles within the department. These…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Parks and Recreation

Due to Friday’s afternoon storm, sandbag sites in the City of Tampa closed slightly earlier than planned. In order to provide residents with ample time to collect sandbags, sandbag sites will open an…

News Convention Center, News Convention Center Sail Pavilion

You may hear some cannon sounds coming from the Tampa Convention Center Front Drive (near The Sail Plaza) on Tuesday, August 6. No, Gasparilla isn't here early! It's for a private event.The Ye Mystic…

News Emergency Management, News General

TAMPA, Fla. (August 2, 2024) -- With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and…

News Convention Center

Please note that the USA Wheelchair Football League Tournament that was scheduled for August 3 and 4, 2024 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida has been canceled due to the potential…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Parks and Recreation

With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and prepare their properties in these…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Parks and Recreation

As tropical weather forms near Florida, Tampa Emergency Management officials are urging residents to solidify their plans in case weather conditions worsen throughout the weekend and into next week.…

News Tampa Police

The Tampa Police Department is working to identify and apprehend two suspects who committed an armed robbery at Prince Jewelry located inside WestShore Plaza Mall.Just before noon, on Wednesday, July…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (July 29, 2024) -- Three subjects have been arrested in connection with the June 23 murder of Charles Jones aka “Julio Foolio”; two additional suspects are wanted. Watch the News…