Public voting for the "Lights Out for Sea Turtles" art contest starts on September 1, showcasing local artists' works at the Centennial Park Recreation Center aiming to promote sea turtle conservation.

One man was killed in a shooting in Weeki Wachee. Suspect Evan Stanley claimed self-defense but inconsistencies and the victim being unarmed led to Stanley's arrest on Second-Degree Murder charges.

Ismail Tillman pled guilty to multiple drug felonies, receiving a 15-year sentence, with investigations revealing narcotics and firearms at his residence.

The Tampa Convention Center introduced a new FedEx Office providing high-tech services for event attendees, such as printing, shipping, and promotional products.

A Davenport man, Mauricio Flores, faces up to 20 years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material, with his phone seized for his dark web-linked activities.

Charlotte County has scheduled a series of government meetings for August 27-28 on street maintenance and waterway management with opportunities for public participation.

Hillsborough County is actively hiring for various roles, promising a robust benefits package and the opportunity for meaningful careers in community service.

The Rotonda Circle bridge in Charlotte County is closing for rehabilitation work from August 22 until October 6, 2025, affecting local traffic routes.

St. Petersburg invites residents to a meeting about upgrades to the Cosme Water Treatment Plant, set for 27th August at Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library.

Charlotte County reports intermittent lane closures on Atwater Street for underground power infrastructure work by Irby Construction, from Aug. 20-29, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Tampa faces scattered showers and thunderstorms over the week; humidity is high, with temperatures reaching into the 90s and heat indices over 100°F. The NWS predicts varying chances of rain each day.

Charlotte County alerts drivers about intermittent lane closures on Gulfstream Boulevard for sidewalk repairs by ERS Construction from Aug. 20-22, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A witness's report of a homicide led to the discovery of a body near Weedon Island Preserve; authorities are actively investigating the crime that spans Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. No arrests have been made yet.