Hernando County extended its Local State of Emergency due to Hurricanes Milton and Helene, enabling essential emergency measures and government powers.

The Tampa area is experiencing a cloudy morning with 73°F, 90% humidity, but will clear up for a sunny day with highs near 87°F, according to the National Weather Service.

An Uber Eats driver in Florida is accused of spitting on a customer and stealing yard decorations after being confronted for taking food from a delivery.

Mitchell Bunkowske pled guilty to distributing steroids and possessing an illegal firearm, with a maximum sentence of 10 years for each crime pending.

A Gulfport man won a $2 million prize from the Florida Lottery, opting for a lump sum payout of $1,280,000. The winning ticket was purchased at Gulfport Market.

A 5-year-old boy was seriously injured after being struck by a car in St. Petersburg; the driver is cooperating with the police investigation. Traffic was affected during the probe.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of mostly sunny days and partially cloudy nights in Tampa, with consistent easterly winds and temperatures in the mid-80s.

A 70-year-old man was killed in St. Petersburg by a stolen Jeep driven by a 14-year-old. The youth and four passengers, aged 12-15, face serious charges including third-degree murder.

Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota County is set to partially reopen after hurricane-induced closures, with local business owners and residents expressing relief.

Jeff Vinik sold a stake in the Tampa Bay Lightning to Doug Ostrover and Marc Lipschultz, but he will retain control for three years. Terms were not disclosed.

The Tampa Police are investigating an incident where a gun was found at Sligh Middle Magnet School after a student discovered a loaded handgun in a teacher's unattended backpack.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of sunny and warm weather in Tampa, Florida, with clear skies and highs in the mid-80s, following a foggy morning.

A woman was fatally struck by an SUV while crossing Ulmerton Road in Pinellas County; the driver, also 51, was not injured. FHP is investigating the incident.