A 15-year-old student from Zephyrhills High School was arrested for making written threats to kill, raising safety concerns and discussions about youth violence.

Tony Chauncey was sentenced to 1 year and 9 months for evading his sex offender registration. He was located with public help after a manhunt initiated when he failed to notify authorities of his move.

The Tampa Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Festival is set for March 22, 2025, highlighting AAPI heritage with performances, food, and activities at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.

St. Petersburg police charged Steven Gress with the murder of 16-year-old Miranda Corsette, who was lured through social media, killed, and dismembered.

Teacher Vernon White Jr. was arrested for alleged sexual conduct with a 17-year-old after an investigation and DNA evidence contradicted his denial of the act.

Isaiah Rodgers will be awarded the key to Tampa by Mayor Jane Castor to honor his Super Bowl win with the Philadelphia Eagles. The ceremony will take place at Hanna Ave City Center with local supporters.

Tampa's forecast predicts a sunny day with a high of 76°F, moving to a mild evening at 55°F. The weekend will be pleasant, but with a high rip current risk and high surf advisory for the coast. Showers and thunderstorms may appear on Sunday.

Hillsborough County is hosting an event on March 29 to honor Vietnam War veterans and war dogs, featuring tributes, claims assistance, and Southeast Asian cuisine and entertainment.

Firefighters battled a blaze at a Tampa storage unit for over nine hours, with one person hospitalized due to burns. The cause is under investigation.

The National Weather Service in Tampa has issued a high rip current risk warning for several Florida coast counties with dangerous conditions from Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.

The Hillsborough County Charter Review Board is evaluating potential amendments to the county governance, with proposals that may appear on the election ballot if approved by a two-thirds majority.

Hernando County residents can meet with local law enforcement at a "Coffee with a Cop" event on March 5 at the Spring Hill Target, fostering community engagement and dialogue.

A severe accident on SR-54 near Lutz resulted in one death and serious injuries to another person after a head-on collision involving an Infiniti and a Tesla.