Evacuated residents of South Beach III Condos in Clearwater are returning home after a severe structural crack prompted their displacement. Some restrictions remain for units directly above the affected column.

Tampa begins construction of the Green ARTery, a 22-mile trail to connect neighborhoods and parks, focusing on pedestrian and cyclist safety as part of the Tampa MOVES Plan and Vision Zero initiative.

Hillsborough County lifted its burn ban due to recent rainfall and better weather, allowing for controlled burns in both incorporated and unincorporated areas, but urges continued fire safety vigilance.

A Florida woman, Ruth Cain, won $2 million after buying a $10 scratch-off ticket at a RaceTrac gas station in Brooksville. She chose a lump-sum payment of $1.2 million.

Hillsborough County officials invite the public to discuss chronic flooding issues at community meetings, emphasizing experiences with recent hurricanes, alongside an online survey for additional input, to inform future flood mitigation planning.

Unsettled weather pattern hits Tampa with showers, thunderstorms, and possible localized flooding. Winds are moderate, and precipitation is high. Evening may bring slight relief. Marine conditions are rough with strong thunderstorms detected.

Two children died and others were injured in a crash in Largo involving a Dodge Durango and a Kia Soul. The police are investigating the incident, which did not involve alcohol.

Four teenagers were arrested for the brutal beating of a man in Mulberry, with the attack captured on video, leading to significant injuries and the involvement of the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Khaleb Davis, 17, was safely located after being reported missing in Dade City. The Pasco Sheriff's Office confirmed his safety but did not release recovery details.

Hillsborough County will host the 28th annual Memorial Day Observance at Veterans Memorial Park, featuring tributes such as the "Garden of Gold" and guest speakers.

Hillsborough County extends an emergency burn ban to mitigate wildfire risks during dry conditions, permitting only certain exceptions such as cooking barbecues and controlled agricultural burns.

Hillsborough County declared May 7 as "Delta Day" to honor Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s community work, with official recognition given at a county meeting.

Louis G. Betz Jr. received the 2025 Ellsworth G. Simmons Good Government Award posthumously from the Hillsborough County Board for his civic contributions.