Tampa's weather forecast indicates partly sunny days with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Highs will reach the mid-90s with variable rain chances throughout the week, including Memorial Day.

A 68-year-old man was killed on SR-60 in Valrico after being hit by two cars; he wasn't in a crosswalk. The drivers cooperated with the FHP investigation.

Charlotte County offers a free AI workshop for entrepreneurs on June 17, 2025, to teach about leveraging AI for business growth, with sessions by Heidi Cramer from Florida SBDC at FGCU.

Tampa is close to fixing hundreds of road cave-ins caused by hurricanes, with over half repaired and 270 left, thanks to city crews and a partnership with Kimmins Contracting.

Officer Shane Sharp was dragged by a car during a traffic stop in Bradenton; the suspect, Lenny Macias-Rangel, now faces charges and was found with drugs in his vehicle. Sharp sustained injuries but was released from the hospital.

Gulfcoast Eye Care agrees to a $615,000 settlement for allegations of Medicare and Medicaid fraud involving unnecessary trans-cranial doppler ultrasounds and kickbacks.

A high school teacher was arrested for giving a student Kratom, leading to a medical emergency. The incident has sparked discussions on educator responsibility.

Traffic lights on Roosevelt Blvd N in St. Petersburg were out, prompting police to advise treating intersections as 4-way stops. They've since been repaired.

Charlotte County is starting its Summer Reading program on May 31 with kickoff parties at three libraries, offering registration, entertainment, and activities for families.

A Riverview High School teacher was arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a student. Investigations began after tips were received by the sheriff's office.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Pasco County, Florida; FHP is investigating the incident involving a 58-year-old man and a 30-year-old driver.

Hillsborough County hosts a meeting to discuss flood issues and gather residents' feedback to shape future mitigation efforts, with an ongoing online survey for additional input.

The South Gulf Cove Lock will have limited operation due to cleaning from May 19-23, opening once hourly until 5 p.m. Manual operation is available post 7 p.m.