Tampa|News|
Police Search For Suspect In Fatal Shooting On Nebraska Avenue
Police are searching for a suspect in a shooting on Nebraska Avenue that left a man dead and a woman injured
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
- Tampa, FL
I am a veteran journalist living in Tampa, Florida. I have worked at several newspapers in various editing roles, including The Tampa Tribune, the Fresno Bee and the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. I am a native Arkansan and have been known to support the Arkansas Razorbacks even in losing years. I joined Patch.com on Sept. 6, 2017, as Hurricane Irma had Florida in its possible path.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas County Man Dies In Mobile Home Fire
Authorities said the fire at 7499 46th Ave. North, Lot 32 does not appear to be suspicious
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Brandon, FL|News|
Leave Fireworks Displays To Professionals: County Officials
Though the Florida law is rarely enforced, it is illegal for residents to handle fireworks, except for sparklers and similar devices
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Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Hillsborough Deputies Investigate Child's Death At Seffner Hotel
Deputies are investigating a death at a Masters Inn hotel room in Seffner.
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Tampa|News|
Top Stories 2017: Hurricane Irma; Serial Killer; Halladay Crash
Here are some of the top stories on Tampa Bay Patches in 2017
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Tampa|News|
Dirk Koetter Will Return As Buccaneers Coach In 2018
Former coach Jon Gruden, an ESPN analyst, had been rumored to be interested in returning as Bucs coach
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St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Residents Get Higher Water, Sewer Rates In 2018
Starting Jan. 1, a new rate structure will be in effect for utility customers in St. Petersburg
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Brandon, FL|News|
Stop Celebratory Gunfire On New Year's: Sheriff
Law enforcement officials warn residents that celebratory gunfire during New Year's Eve remains a serious problem in many communities
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Former Deputy, Son Accused Of Beating Driver In Hudson
A former Pasco and Hernando deputy and his son were arrested after they pulled a driver from his vehicle and beat him on U.S. 19
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Seminole Heights, FL|News|
Tampa Police Arrest Bank Robbery Suspect
The suspect entered the bank about 10 a.m. Thursday and passed a letter to the teller demanding money
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Tampa|News|
DUI Wolfpack Operation Set For Tonight In 4 Counties
The Wolfpack operation will take place in Hernando, Pasco, Hillsborough and Polk counties.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk City Woman Busted For DUI On A Horse Loses Custody Of Animal
The horse will be cared for by friends while the woman completes an alcohol treatment program
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Tampa|News|
Tampa Electric Wants To Increase Monthly Bills In 2018
Tampa Electric filed with the Florida Public Service Commission to seek recovery of costs to restore power after previous storms
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Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Tampa Electric, Gaffin Industrial Fined For Big Bend Accident
Five workers were fatally injured, another suffered serious burns in an accident at Big Bend River Station
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Detective Brightens Christmas For 12-Year-Old Boy
Lakeland Police Detective Nick Pollice brought some joy during the holidays to a 12-year-old boy who had recently known tragedy.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Human Remains Found In Hudson Identified As Missing Mother
Dental records identify the body as Destiny Lee Aaron, 21, of Hudson, who has been missing since April
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Dunedin Man Killed In Pinellas Park Construction Accident
A man died Thursday morning in a construction accident in a building being renovated at 6651 102nd Ave., police said.
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Largo, FL|News|
57-Year-Old Man Dies In Largo Pedestrian Crash
The man died Wednesday night when he stepped into the path of a vehicle at 1799 Seminole Blvd., Largo police said.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
3 Children Injured In I-75 Crash; Driver Charged With DUI
Three children were injured in a Manatee County crash Wednesday after the SUV they were riding in was struck from the rear by a truck
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Hillsborough Deputies Question Tampa Man In Shooting Death
Detectives are questioning a 22-year-old Tampa man about the death of his mother's boyfriend at a Carrollwood apartment complex
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