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The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is combating overcrowding by waiving adoption fees at their "Home for the Howl-idays" event and promoting a foster program, "Silent Night."
Hillsborough County business owners share their hurricane recovery strategies at an upcoming Local Stories Live event.
Parks & Nature in ...
Hillsborough County debuts a new water playground at Progress Village's Emanuel P. Johnson Recreation Center, adding 14 water features and improved facilities.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Judge Samantha Ward ruled against Gerald Radford's "stand your ground" defense in a Tampa dog park shooting, setting a trial for his second-degree murder charge.
The U.S. seeks to extradite Liridon Masurica from Kosovo for allegedly operating an online black market dealing in stolen data. If convicted, he faces up to 55 years in prison.
A motorcyclist died after a hit-and-run in Gibsonton; the driver is sought by Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Weather & Environment in ...
Hillsborough County shelters are opening tonight for those needing warmth as temperatures drop, with space offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
The article details the weather forecast for Tampa, mentioning showers, thunderstorms, and temperature changes, along with a high rip current risk warning issued by the NWS.
An escaped juvenile inmate, Jahmir Moore, was recaptured without incident in Tampa, with Tampa Police and the US Marshals Task Force working together.
Authorities search for 15-year-old Matthew Friday from Tampa, last seen in Temple Terrace, with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement issuing a missing child alert.
A fatal single-vehicle crash occurred on Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd in Tampa, leading to road closures for investigation. The victim died at the hospital. Traffic is disrupted.
Hillsborough County deputies fatally shot a knife-wielding man threatening a woman; the incident followed a neighborly dispute and attempts to calm the man failed.
Politics & Govt in ...
Abbye Feeley has been confirmed by the City of Tampa as the new Administrator for Development and Economic Opportunity after serving as the interim administrator since July 2024.
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