Tampa|News|
6 Children Injured In Crash On I-75; Driver Killed
The children were taken to a Tampa hospital with injuries Sunday morning when a tire on a SUV blew out.
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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Tampa|News|
6 Children Injured in Early Morning Crash On I-75; Driver Killed
The children were taken to a Tampa hospital with various injuries Sunday morning when a tire on an SUV blew out, causing the crash.
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Temple Terrace, FL|News|
Police: Missing Temple Terrace Man Found Safe
Temple Terrace police said Sunday night on the agency's Facebook page that the 30-year-old man has been found.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas Sheriff Investigates Allegations Of Excessive Force In Arrest
Dash cam video from the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office show a deputy hitting a man in the head seven times.
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Tampa|News|
Hero Story: Hillsborough Deputy Saves Autistic Boy, Pulls Him From Retention Pond
Deputy Efrain Taveras, 52, found the boy, who doesn’t know how to swim, struggling in the pond.
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Tampa|News|
Tampa Police Identify Homicide Victim Found Near New Orleans Avenue
Detectives are describing the cause of death as "upper body trauma."
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Tampa|News|
4 Disney World Hotels To Allow Dogs Beginning Sunday
The resort hotels will welcome up to two dogs per guest room.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Missing 6-Year-Old Winter Haven Girl Found Unharmed: Police
Nephtalie Joseph was dropped off at school and was later found at a nearby church.
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Tampa|News|
Oktoberfest, Tampa Boat Show: More Things To Do This Weekend
Tampa’s downtown Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park will be transformed into the city’s largest beer garden for the 8th Annual Oktoberfest Tampa.
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Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Killer Of Tarpon Springs Police Officer In 2014 Shooting Pleads Guilty: Report
Marco Parilla pleaded guilty in a Pinellas County courtroom to the fatal shooting of a 17-year veteran police officer.
Don Johnson, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Father Charged In Drowning Death Of 1-Year-Old Son: Sheriff
Alan Morris was arrested on aggravated manslaughter charges in the boy's death.
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Land O' Lakes, FL|News|
Hudson Man Dies After Gun Battle With Pasco Deputies: Sheriff
During the shootout, Gulf Highlands Elementary was placed on lockdown.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Zika Case Confirmed In Manatee County; No Evidence of Ongoing Risk In Area: Health Department
State Health Department officials say there is no evidence of ongoing transmission of Zika in the area.
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Tampa|News|
Dog Still Missing After Escape From Cargo Area At Tampa International Airport
Airport operations staff, animal control and the air traffic control tower are continuing search efforts for Brady.
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Tampa|News|
Florida Gators Unveil Swamp Green Uniforms Against Aggies
The Florida Gators' new alternate uniforms feature an alligator-skin pattern.
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Tampa|News|
Florida Man, 50, Arrested For Impregnating 14-Year-Old Girl: Deputies
The girl gave birth to a baby in September. The man was charged with sexual battery and child abuse.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater City Official Resigns Following Arrest At Oktoberfest Celebration
Police said Seth Taylor, the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency director, got in a fight at an Oktoberfest celebration.
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Tampa|News|
Pedestrian Killed In Tampa Hit-And-Run Identified
Tampa police have identified the woman who was struck and killed while crossing Hillsborough Avenue early Tuesday.
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Tampa|News|
First Responders Receive Free Admission To Busch Gardens Through Nov. 24
First responders also get four discounted tickets for friends and family at half off the regular ticket price.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Dolphin Tale Stars Get Birthday Bash at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Kids 12 and under who bring a birthday card for Winter and Hope will receive $9.99 admission to the aquarium.
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