Hillsborough and Pinellas County Sheriffs arrested Curtis Williams for a New Year's Day shooting, showcasing inter-agency cooperation in law enforcement.

Charles Teal was arrested for the fatal shooting of Deon Bell outside Kings Meat Market in St. Petersburg, facing second-degree murder and firearms charges.

A Wahneta man was arrested for attempting an armed carjacking. The suspect, Erasuro Mascorro Jr., threatened a contractor with a gun but was apprehended by K9 after a chase.

Valrico intersection at Bloomingdale Ave. and Pearson Rd. will be closed on Jan 3rd from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for underground utilities installation. Detours are in place, and weather may affect the schedule. Contact Hillsborough County for more info.

Buccaneers' Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea make 2025 Pro Bowl Games roster; Baker Mayfield is an alternate despite a standout performance. The event features skills challenges and flag football.

A fatal head-on collision caused by a suspected drunk driver on US-41 resulted in one death and several injuries after a wrong-way crash on New Year's Day.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office joined forces with Tampa Police and Florida Highway Patrol for a holiday DUI prevention operation, as announced by Sheriff Chad Chronister.

A man was fatally shot outside the Tally Ho Bar in Tampa on New Year’s Day. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating; the shooter is at large, and the community is shaken.

A man shot at a bus after a dispute at a Florida assisted living facility and was arrested by Hernando County deputies. The firearm was later found hidden in a bathroom.

Tampa's garbage collection for New Year 2025 will not affect residential service as they don't operate on Wednesdays; commercial service will resume after a one-day delay.

Emily Nikole Shirey, a missing endangered adult from Hernando County, has been found safe by law enforcement, with thanks extended to the community for their helpful tips.

Bay Area faces dense fog with visibility below one mile prompting a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 AM. Conditions are expected to clear later, with mild temperatures around 78 degrees. The NWS advises careful driving due to poor visibility.

Hillsborough deputy Mark Verkest was arrested for a domestic violence incident at a Mulberry home. Sheriff Chronister commented on the high standards expected of deputies. Verkest is now on unpaid leave.