ICMA conference attendees in Tampa participated in the Duffels of Dignity program, packing duffel bags with personal care items and notes of encouragement for foster care youths.

Harold Avenue Regional Park in Port Charlotte will undergo construction on dugouts and bleachers from Nov. 17 to Nov. 22, impacting fields 2, 3, and 4. Visitors should expect noise and avoid construction areas.

A St. Petersburg man is charged with second-degree murder after a fatal shooting, claiming self-defense. The victim died days later, and the suspect also faces charges for not registering as a sex offender.

A Tampa jury found Alicia Andrews guilty of manslaughter in the death of rapper Julio Foolio but acquitted her of conspiracy to commit murder. Her involvement allegedly included using her car and phone to track Foolio before his death.

Tampa is expected to have sunny days and clear nights with comfortable temperatures, light winds, and minimal chances of rain, according to the National Weather Service.

Naya Young will be sworn in as the new City Councilmember for District 5 in Tampa, succeeding the late Gwendolyn Henderson. The ceremony is on October 31, 2025, and will be broadcast live.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's sting operation, "Operation Unmasking Predators," led to 171 arrests, targeting human trafficking and child exploitation, including saving a trafficked 17-year-old.

The NWS issued a high rip current risk warning for coastal areas near Tampa from late tonight through Friday evening, advising caution for beachgoers.

Zachary Tregoe was promoted to Firefighter Paramedic at St. Petersburg Fire Rescue after completing over 1,100 hours of training and passing the National Registry exam.

Charlotte County is seeking volunteers for advisory roles in various service units, with positions to be filled immediately and terms lasting until 2028. Specific experience and locality requirements apply.

U.S. 41 will have intermittent lane closures between Midway and Harbor Blvd for tree maintenance on Oct 30-31 from 7am-5:30pm. Drivers are advised to exercise caution.

Hillsborough County to host an Engineering Career Connection Event on Nov. 5, offering networking and job opportunities for both new and experienced engineers.

The 10th annual Hiking Spree starts in Hillsborough County at Lettuce Lake Park, offering guided hikes, rewards for trail completion, and activities through March 31, 2026.