An Ocala woman was indicted for COVID-19 relief fraud, potentially facing 40 years in prison for wire fraud by submitting false PPP loan applications.

The NWS predicts a stormy week for Tampa with high humidity and temperatures, advising residents to stay hydrated and informed about potential thunderstorms.

Hillsborough County is accepting nominations for the Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards (YEA! Awards) to honor local youths for leadership, overcoming adversity, and community service.

An 18-year-old was arrested after a fatal stabbing in Plant City, resulting from a verbal altercation. The victim suffered severe injuries and later died. The suspect faces a second-degree murder charge.

Hillsborough County leaders are advocating for voters to extend a half-cent sales tax, set to expire in 2026, to fund essential services like transportation and public safety.

Javier Velasquez Jr. from Clewiston has been sentenced to nearly nine years in prison for cocaine distribution and firearm offenses, including possessing a machinegun.

The Tampa Police released video footage of an armed robbery suspect and are soliciting the public's help to identify the individual who targeted a local grocery store.

The Hillsborough County Commissioners praised the University of Tampa Spartans for winning the 2024 NCAA Division II Baseball Championship and approved measures for environmental conservation and funding for stormwater and waste management.

Nicholas P. Smith of Fort Myers was convicted of drug trafficking and could face 20 years in prison. His arrest revealed bags of fentanyl, highlighting the opioid crisis. The case involved local police and Homeland Security Investigations.

A Jacksonville man pleads guilty to trying to entice an 11-year-old for sex, facing 10 years to life in prison.

Tampa's forecast includes thunderstorms and heavy rain today with high humidity, winds from the west, and temperatures near 88 degrees. Storms may continue tonight with additional rain expected.

A Jacksonville felon, Markee Washington, pleads guilty to federal firearm possession and could face 15 years in prison. He was caught with a modified Glock during a traffic stop.

Seven Bradenton residents pleaded guilty to federal meth trafficking charges, facing potential life sentences.