A Largo woman was arrested for stealing a $2,400 exotic bird from a pet store. Detected by surveillance, she was identified through social media tips and returned the bird before her arrest.

A man was hospitalized after a non-fatal early morning shooting in Tampa. Police are seeking information on the suspect(s) involved in the incident following a disturbance.

A teacher and assistant principal from Progress Village Middle School were arrested after an incident involving a student being put in a chokehold and the school's failure to report it correctly.

The National Weather Service forecasts hot and muggy days with possible scattered thunderstorms for Tampa, FL, with high temperatures and chances of evening rain throughout the week.

Jacksonville man pleads guilty to bank fraud and mail theft involving a scheme to steal mail and alter checks, facing up to 30 years per bank fraud count.

A Fort Myers woman was indicted for allegedly defrauding the VA of over $300,000 following her mother's death in 2005 by forging signatures and misrepresenting her mother's status.

The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay issued a heat advisory due to high heat index values up to 110 degrees, affecting central and southwest Florida.

Hillsborough County invests in 3D printing technology for affordable housing, with a $500,000 printer for constructing homes, to address the local need for cost-effective housing solutions.

Florida's James Gaddis claims he was fired for exposing state parkland development plans, including golf courses and hotels, causing a public backlash and project suspension.

The Tampa Police Department heightened traffic enforcement during Labor Day weekend, particularly on Courtney Campbell Causeway, to improve safety and combat dangerous driving.

An 18-year-old, Aaron Tillman, died after a kayaking incident on Lake McLeod in Polk County. His body was found early Monday after a search that began Sunday afternoon.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wet Labor Day for Tampa with high chances of precipitation and thunderstorms, and high temperatures throughout the week.

Clearwater experiences road closures due to a water main break and roadwork, impacting traffic around South Highland Ave. and Belleair Road, and the westbound lanes of State Road 60. No drinking water services are affected.