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News Tampa Police

A joint investigation that began as a missing person report in Bay County, Florida led to the arrest of Cory Hutchinson for multiple charges including lewd and lascivious molestation and sexual…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police detectives began conducting an investigation following a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding multiple files of child pornography,…

News Internal Audit

The Fleet Management Division provides vehicle and equipment repair services, fueling, and fleet acquisition and disposal services for the City of Tampa's more than 3,000 vehicles and pieces of…

News Internal Audit

The Water Department’s (Department) Engineering Division (ED) provides services to the Department’s other two divisions (Production and Distribution). The ED consists of the Design team and the…

News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa will shine a light on its diversity this weekend, as Old City Hall and downtown bridges will light up in multi-colors to celebrate Tampa Pride. WHAT: Old City Hall and downtown…

News COVID-19, News General

In an effort to make it more convenient for parents to get their eligible children vaccinated, the City of Tampa will be hosting COVID-19 vaccine pop-ups at several of its Parks and Recreation…

News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa is sporting its best GO BOLTS spirit to cheer on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the playoffsWHAT: Old City Hall and downtown bridges will light up blue to cheer on the Tampa Bay…

News General, News Water Department

City of Tampa Utilities is warning residents about a phone scam where imposters are telling customers they will have their water service shut off if they do not pay their bill immediately. Several…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police were dispatched to the report of a traffic crash at 4:15 AM Thursday when the driver of a blue Honda crashed into a silver Infiniti that had run out of gas – striking the car and two of…

News General, News Mayor Office

In celebration of National Bike-to-Work Day and National Bike Month, you are invited to join Mayor Jane Castor for a bike ride and rally on Friday, May 21. Hosted by the Tampa Downtown Partnership,…

News COVID-19, News General

WHAT: The Florida Aquarium is providing complimentary tickets to individuals ages 12 and older who receive a vaccination from AdventHealth during the 'Ticket to Outside' campaign.WHEN: May 19, 2021…

News General, News Solid Waste

 In observance of Memorial Day, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021.  Residential customers will not receive collection service on Monday, May 31, 2021. The revised…

News General, News Parks and Recreation

The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is pleased to announce the City of Tampa Parks and…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police are in the 2700 block of E. 12th Avenue negotiating with an adult male who is believed to be armed and has barricaded himself inside his residence.  Officers originally responded at 2:…

News Tampa Police

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 @ 2:43 AM LOCATION: 2700 block E. 12th Avenue SUBJECT: Dandre Lee (black male) 1/19/1980 UPDATE: After hours of negotiations, Tampa Police have taken Dandre Lee…

News Tampa Police

  WHAT: 2021 Tampa Police Memorial Ceremony WHEN: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 @ 7:30 PM WHERE: Tampa Police Headquarters, 411 North Franklin Street, Tampa  In 1962, President John F. Kennedy declared…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Police

The Tampa Police Department will hold its annual Memorial Ceremony on May 11. WHAT:                Blue lights will illuminate Old City Hall, Curtis Hixon Park and downtown bridges at sundown…

News Tampa Police

On February 8, 2021, Tampa Police detectives began conducting an undercover internet investigation to locate computers in the Tampa area that were offering to distribute files of child pornography.…

News COVID-19, News General, News Mayor Office

"The best decisions are made by local authorities who are closest to the unique health and welfare needs of our communities. We will continue to follow CDC guidelines and encourage all of our…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police are in the 3300 block of W. Price Avenue negotiating with an adult male who has barricaded himself, alone, inside the residence.  Officers originally responded at 12:40 AM to the report…

News General, News Parking

The City of Tampa removed the two-hour max restriction for downtown on-street parking to improve the customer experience and make parking more convenient. As part of the City of Tampa Parking…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police responded to the 3300 block of W. Price Avenue at 12:40 this morning and negotiated for hours with an adult male barricaded himself, alone, inside the residence.  Officers originally…

News Tampa Police

Moments after Tampa Police officers spotted a stolen 2013 gray Hyundai Genesis this afternoon, the driver fled at a high rate of speed. Officers did not engage in a pursuit; however, the Genesis,…

News General, News Mayor Office

Mayor Jane Castor launched Bridges to Business' in 2019 to help increase minority firm participation WHAT: City of Tampa Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) and Purchasing staff will provide in- person…

News General, News Parks and Recreation

City of Tampa employees are joining hands with Davis Islands Garden Club members to plant a Silver Buttonwood (Conocarpus erectus var. sericeus) in celebration of Arbor Day. The Garden Club ceremony…