St. Pete's Violet Stone is opening a Tampa location in a roughly 3,000-square-foot space, with construction slated this summer and a target opening by football season.

Costco and Agio recalled roughly 18,500 Menlo patio swings after reports the seat can detach and cause injuries. Owners are advised to stop using the swing and request a free repair kit.

FDLE agents arrested Joseph Dearborn after seizing a desktop that forensic examiners say contained more than 1,000 illicit files. He faces 15 possession counts and one promotion charge that together carry up to 90 years.

Hillsborough detectives arrested 25-year-old Carnel Daniels after a traffic stop and search of his North Armenia Avenue home produced five firearms and other weapons.

Midday warmth hits the mid‑90s with an ozone advisory for sensitive groups. Afternoon showers and thunderstorms become more likely Sunday, mainly inland.

City officials say scammers are emailing and calling customers with fake gas bills that demand wire transfers and often list 800/888 numbers. Customers should verify charges at 727‑562‑4600.

Longtime Land O' Lakes residents say booming development is clogging roads and making neighborhood streets feel less safe as agencies study large-scale fixes.

PODS completed a roughly $1.4B refinancing that includes a $150M revolving credit line and covers buildings it leases in Tampa and Pinellas Park.

Neighbors on Treasure Island say abandoned homes left since Hurricane Helene are drawing dozens of rats, and the city says it's working to contact owners and draft an abatement ordinance.

Plan‑review documents show Lakeland Donuts LLC has filed to open at 2810 S Florida Ave, a storefront just south of the Market at Southgate.

Clearwater Yacht Club announced plans for a roughly $15M new clubhouse on Clearwater Beach, a project the club says will modernize facilities while nodding to its long history.

A fatal crash closed all southbound lanes of I‑75 near Fletcher Avenue, blocking the overnight commute and prompting troopers to advise alternate routes.

Sen. Ed Hooper will leave the Florida Senate effective Nov. 3, 2026, creating an open District 21 seat. Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco has already drawn GOP endorsements.