Babcock Ranch is adding Fire Station 9 and a new sheriff's office, with a ribbon-cutting event set for May 6 to celebrate the new public safety facilities.

Charlotte County offers a program to reimburse residents for up to 50% of eligible Hurricane Ian seawall repair costs, with applications due by May 30.

Tampa unveils plans for North Downtown redevelopment including at least 750 new housing units, improved pedestrian access and connectivity, and potential extension of the streetcar service.

Cassandra Kaiser, 27, was arrested for DUI after driving her vehicle into a bay in St. Petersburg, Florida, and managing to swim to safety. Police are investigating the incident further.

Lino Mallari Gutierrez was convicted for a $10.9 million Medicare fraud scheme involving unnecessary medical equipment.

The Tampa area expects sunny weather followed by weekend showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s, according to the NWS.

A boat collision near the Memorial Causeway bridge, involving the Clearwater Ferry and another vessel, resulted in multiple injuries and one death. Authorities are investigating.

Charlotte County Community Services promotes Mental Health Awareness Month by encouraging outdoor activities for mental health benefits through an activity calendar.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office has scheduled sessions on civilian response to active shooter events to teach vital strategies from DHS, FEMA, and the FBI.

Authorities are searching for Stephan Bungartz, a man who went missing while kayaking in New Port Richey. He was last seen near Gulfview Drive and is described as 6 feet tall with brown hair and eyes.

Tampa's weather will vary, with sunny mornings, possible afternoon thunderstorms, and mild evenings throughout the week, and a 30% chance of rain by the weekend.

A brush fire in Sarasota County led to the closure of parts of Jacaranda Boulevard, causing heavy smoke and traffic concerns, but no structural threats.

Charlotte County Utilities is urging reduced water use due to increased demand and is enforcing a lawn irrigation schedule to conserve water amidst a dry spell.