Hillsborough County extended the nomination deadline for the 2025 YEA! Awards to September 17 to honor outstanding students for leadership and community service.

Tampa is set for a rainy start to July with a 90% chance of showers and potential thunderstorms leading up to Independence Day, as per the NWS forecast.

Hillsborough County Animal Control warns of increased alligator activity during Florida's summer, advising pet owners to be vigilant around water to prevent attacks.

Charlotte County is seeking volunteers for various advisory boards in areas like agriculture, environment, transportation, and housing, with application deadlines approaching.

Courtesy Transport Services and its owners agreed to pay $900,000 to settle Medicare and Medicaid fraud claims regarding unnecessary or fictitious non-emergency ambulance rides.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for Franco Velazqueoni, a missing 53-year-old man last seen in Zephyrhills. He may be in a red Jeep Grand Cherokee with license plate DV3554. The public is urged to share any information.

Tampa faces a wet forecast with scattered showers and thunderstorms, high humidity, and temperatures around 90°F. A 60-70% chance of rain continues through the week.

Tampa crackdown leads to 217 arrests, 5.2 pounds of marijuana seized, and reduced local crime, with Sheriff Chronister emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for violence.

Tampa's forecast predicts a typical summer pattern with heat, thunderstorms, and high humidity, with rain chances increasing into the weekend and early next week.

Authorities are seeking four missing children from Ruskin, Florida, suspected to be with Erica Cepeda and Jerome Penny. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office urges public vigilance and to report sightings.

Hillsborough County's Lightning Safety Awareness article highlights the dangers of lightning, particularly in Florida, emphasizing the need for caution and swift action during storms.

The NTPAC is hosting an international pianist concert on July 5 as part of the 2025 Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival, featuring talented collegiate pianists.

Clearwater Police seek public help in identifying a beach theft suspect who stole three bags containing $1,350 but left behind valuables like wallets and phones.