Officers who answered an intruder call in Tampa found an alligator inside a home; a licensed trapper removed the reptile and neighbors were unharmed.

The Glazer family has added new funding and extended its Small Business Fund into 2026, sending more one-time grants to Tampa Bay firms still rebuilding from 2024 storms.

Pinellas County declared 17 downtown Clearwater parcels surplus and set an April 29 town hall as it prepares a competitive sale process that could reshape the city center.

Tampa's Motor Enclave plans a Sarasota outpost of its luxury garage‑condo concept, pitching deeded, climate‑controlled workshop units to collectors and hobbyists. The move follows growing local demand for purpose‑built vehicle storage and hobby space.

Charlotte County named the man shot by a deputy on Barker Avenue as Keith D. Blevins, 52. Deputies say others were evacuated safely; the shooting is under investigation.

North Port police arrested 46-year-old Coy Bothwell after a death on Brassy Loop was ruled a homicide. Authorities say the case appears isolated and there is no public danger.

Troopers say a 31‑year‑old Tampa woman fought officers after a crash on I‑275, ran into active lanes and was taken to St. Joseph’s under a Baker Act hold. Two troopers were treated for injuries and the FHP investigation is ongoing.

Northbound lanes of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge closed after a fatal crash at milepost 12; FHP warns drivers to expect hours‑long delays and seek alternate northbound routes.

Family recipes and Georgian wines headline Nene's new South Tampa menu, where khachapuri and a crown pilaf sit alongside dumplings and desserts.

A Thonotosassa man turned a routine gas-stop into a $1 million scratch-off win and took a $640,000 lump-sum payout.

Clear, muggy start in Tampa with a high near 89°F. Rain chances rise Sunday and become more likely into midweek.

USF issued an alert after a bomb threat near Fowler Avenue and Bull Run Drive; emergency crews responded while classes remained scheduled as normal.

A 62-year-old Lecanto rider was killed Thursday night after losing control of her motorcycle on County Road 491; troopers say no other vehicles were involved.