Six youths were honored with the Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards by the Hillsborough County Board for their leadership, adversity, and service.

Charlotte County was named one of the 2025 Healthiest Employers in Florida for its commitment to employee wellness through its Wellness at Work program.

Tampa experiences 70°F with a forecast of sunny skies and fair temperatures, high humidity at 82%, and a northeast wind. Weather is set to remain clear with highs in the upper 80s and lows in the mid-60s.

There was an early morning shootout in Spring Hill where one man was shot after a neighborly dispute escalated. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident.

A Tampa woman was arrested with drugs and a gun after a traffic stop by Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, facing charges including possession with intent to sell.

Dorchester Street closes at Halden Avenue on Oct. 15 for water main installation; detours in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drivers should allow extra travel time.

Controlled burn occurred at Blackwater Creek Nature Preserve, managed by authorities without trail closures. Public engagement was facilitated by Media Relations Strategist Todd Pratt.

Officer Holly Burroughs Clifford of the Tampa Police Department has been honored as Community Policing Officer of the Month for October 2025 for her exceptional dedication and involvement in the community.

The National Weather Service in Tampa, FL predicts a calm weather for Columbus Day, with sunny skies, a high of 86, and light winds, followed by clear nights and steady, warm temperatures for the week.

A 54-year-old Apopka man died in a crash on I-4 near Plant City after a medical emergency led him to lose control of his SUV, causing significant traffic delays.

FEMA and Florida Division of Emergency Management offer a Hazard Mitigation Grant to improve state resilience against natural disasters, requiring adherence to federal, state, and local laws.

The National Flood Insurance Program lapsed, affecting new policies and renewals, with implications for homeowners, particularly in flood-prone areas like Pinellas County.

St. Petersburg's "Positive Beginnings with POPS" program, featuring police engagement in preschools, aims to build early trust between kids and law enforcement.