Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital welcomed the first baby of 2025, Iliana, born to Iris Alfaro-Rodriguez and Arian Cabral, representing the start of Generation Beta.

A Lakeland father faces DUI manslaughter and negligent child abuse charges after a crash killed his daughter and severely burned his son. His blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit.

Tampa Police are increasing patrols for New Year's celebrations and the ReliaQuest Bowl, focusing on DUI prevention and public safety. They will utilize various units and remind the public to avoid celebratory gunfire and stay vigilant.

An FDLE investigation is underway after a Tampa reserve officer shot a man during a traffic duty altercation. The man is hospitalized in critical condition. Both reserve officers are on leave.

An off-duty ATF agent was shot at The Alley at Southshore, a Riverview bowling alley, and is hospitalized; a suspect is in custody with further details pending from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

The SBA offers low-interest disaster loans to those affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby in Hillsborough County, with a Jan. 7, 2025, deadline for applications.

The Tampa Police Department is probing an in-custody death that occurred on December 26 after a man's condition worsened following his detainment under the Baker Act.

Loyce E. Harpe Park in Mulberry reopens on weekends after Hurricane Milton's damage with limited access to amenities like dog and skate parks, trails, and fishing areas, while weekdays remain closed for safety during ongoing cleanup operations.

The National Weather Service forecasts overcast and mild weather for Christmas in Tampa, with a slight chance of showers throughout the week and highs around the mid-70s.

A man was hospitalized in critical condition after a car crash in Tampa, with police investigating the cause. The intersection was closed but has since reopened.

Mild weather is expected in Tampa for Christmas week with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 70s and a mix of partly sunny skies according to the National Weather Service.

A 23-year-old man from Webster died after his truck hit a tree in Hernando County. The incident occurred on US-301 early Saturday. Excessive speed is believed to be a factor.

Keith Allen Courtney was sentenced to 13 months in prison for conspiring to receive Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits fraudulently, amounting to $71,208.