Hillsborough County suspends trash services due to a storm and extends hours at waste facilities for debris disposal. Residents should not put out waste and use extended-hours sites for specific items.

Tampa Police arrested 26-year-old Tyree Newsome for a September homicide, following a dispute that ended with a 19-year-old dead. Newsome faces charges including First Degree Murder.

Governor DeSantis declares a state of emergency for 35 Florida counties in anticipation of Tropical Storm Milton's expected escalation to hurricane strength.

Tampa shuts down parks and halts programs ahead of Tropical Storm Milton, as the city prioritizes debris cleanup from Hurricane Helene and undertakes pre-emptive safety measures.

Tampa’s weather will see sun and storms, with high temperatures and humidity. Rain chances increase on Sunday, persisting through midweek with scattered showers and thunderstorms.

Comedian Bert Kreischer is hosting BERT AID, a benefit show at Ruth Eckerd Hall for Hurricane Helene victims, with proceeds going to Metropolitan Ministries.

Lanoris Parker was arrested in Polk County, FL, for severe animal cruelty after authorities found dead and mistreated dogs on his properties.

A twin-engine Beechcraft B55 Baron crashed near Crystal River, killing the pilot. FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident. The area is cordoned off and the pilot's identity has not been disclosed.

The Tampa Police Department established the Chief's Advisory Panel to enhance transparency and community relations, involving seven members to review policies and provide insights to Chief Lee Bercaw.

A search is ongoing for three children missing from St. Petersburg, with police and community efforts focused on their safe return.

A home health aide has been charged with manslaughter in Winter Haven, and a former Polk County deputy was arrested for indecent exposure. Sheriff Judd will address these issues at a press conference.

A Hernando County firefighter was hospitalized after a mobile home fire in Brooksville, with no civilian injuries reported; the cause of the fire is under investigation.

The Tampa Bay area anticipates hazardous weather with heavy rain, thunderstorms, high surf, and rip currents as per National Weather Service warnings.