The NWS forecasts good weather in Tampa, FL, with mostly sunny days, mild temperatures, light winds, and a chance of showers and thunderstorms primarily before 11 pm tonight.

Clearwater is hosting its 1st Friday Lunchtime Market on Jan. 2, featuring local vendors, dining specials, and raffle prizes as a community celebration.

Tampa's Old City Hall will feature different colors in January to support various causes, from the Buccaneers to Law Enforcement Appreciation and Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness.

The Polk County Board will have an agenda review on Jan. 2, discussing items like the Community Resource Centers and the county's 165th birthday before the Board Meeting on Jan. 6.

A fire in Lakeland, Polk County, resulted in one fatality and one injury, with emergency services responding and an investigation underway to determine the cause.

Upcoming fiber installation in Charlotte County will cause intermittent lane closures on Peachland Boulevard in early January, with motorists advised to remain cautious.

Charlotte County announces a Public Safety Coordinating Council meeting on January 12, 2025, focusing on jail statistics and public engagement in safety strategies.

A car caught fire on U.S. 19 near Seville Boulevard; Clearwater police and fire crews responded, with no injuries reported. Cause under investigation.

Tampa adjusts garbage services for New Year's Day; residential collection pauses on January 1, 2026, resuming January 2. Commercial services delayed until January 3. Christmas tree curbside collection starts January 2.

Intermittent lane closures are planned on Midway Boulevard in Charlotte County due to Lumos Fiber's underground fiber installation, which may affect traffic.

Tampa International Airport experienced nearly 150 flight delays and 16 cancellations on Saturday due to northern weather conditions. This followed over 200 delays and 38 cancellations on Friday.

Clearwater roads are undergoing extensive construction, including closures and lane shifts, due to infrastructure projects set to complete by 2025-2026.

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue shared a Christmas message of gratitude, honoring their first responders for their dedication and service during the holidays.