Ybor City

From Florida’s failing tobacco policies to giant rodents munching lettuce, we cover the state’s public health challenges, community cleanups, street safety, and a cafe that's more about animal education than lattes.

Most focused on the Ybor City crash in November that killed four and injured 13, saying they wanted to hold law enforcement accountable. Officials say they're making roadway changes to make them safer.

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and others will be present at Monday's town hall, which will address several issues — including whether streets should be closed to vehicular traffic on the weekends.

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The 115-year-old building, across Columbus Drive from the J.C. Newman factory in Ybor City, was once a gathering place for cigar workers. An $18.7 million renovation is underway.

Additional charges were filed against Silas Sampson, 22, after toxicology reports showed he was above the legal blood-alcohol limit and also had marijuana in his system.

Silas Sampson, 22, appeared in Hillsborough County court, where a judge ruled he will be held without bond until his trial. Another court date has not been set yet.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we dive into the aftermath of the weekend's Ybor City tragedy, hear from caregivers from across the state, and catch up on the Bolts, Bucs and Bulls.

An affidavit provides details into the chase and crash that ended with four people killed outside a nighclub early Saturday. More charges are pending the result of a blood draw, authorities said.

The Florida Highway Patrol recently relaxed its police chase policy.

A suspect fleeing from state troopers plowed into a crowd outside Bradley's on 7th early Saturday, The popular gay bar remained closed for the weekend out of respect for the victims.

Retired police captain Thomas Gleason receives calls from across the nation weekly about police chases; he says this was the worst pursuit he has ever received a call on.