Bus Driver Arrested, Pit Bull Euthanized, Football Championships

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counites. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

School Bus Driver Arrested For DUI After Hit-And-Run Crash

A Pinellas County School bus driver was charged with DUI Tuesday after she was involved in a hit-and-run crash on 54th Avenue North. There were seven middle school age children onboard the bus at the time.

Pit Bull Mix Euthanized After Tampa Attack

The pit bull mix who attacked three people in Tampa after his owner attempted to put a sweater on him last Friday has been euthanized. Hillsborough County confirmed Scarface's fate on Tuesday.

Father, Son Arrested After Fence Fire Reveals Grow House: Deputies

A Sarasota man and his son are both in hot water after deputies say a Friday fire at their home led to the discovery of a marijuana grow house.

2017 College Football Playoff National Championship: Parking, Tailgate Info

As Alabama and Clemson football players prepare to faceoff in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship at Raymond James Stadium, the folks at the Tampa Sport Authority are trying to get the word out about parking, entertainment and other details fans need to know.

Car Crashes Into Tarpon Springs House

People inside a South Disston Avenue home in Tarpon Springs got a rude awakening Tuesday morning when a car crashed into their home.

Boy’s Condition Serious After New Year’s Eve Hit-And-Run

A 13-year-old boy struck by a hit-and-run driver remains hospitalized in serious condition as the Florida Highway Patrol continues its search for the motorist involved.

Storms, Cooler Weather In Tampa Bay’s Forecast

The Tampa Bay area’s streak of sunshine and warm temperatures may be coming to an end. According to the National Weather Service, the region is in for a bit of a roller coaster ride as the first week of the New Year continues.

1 Eaglet Thrives As Hope Wanes For 2nd

As Florida bald eagles Harriet and M15 adjust to life as new parents, hope for the feathered couple's second egg is starting to wane. Harriet and M15’s first hatchling, E9, made its appearance into the world bright and early New Year’s Eve morning. The little eaglet has been keeping its parents quite busy tending to its needs while they also continue to dote over the second egg in their nest.

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