The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance to find absconded sexual offender Stephen Edward Wynn, who breached his reporting requirements.

A Clearwater man was sentenced to 10 years for child sexual abuse material offenses involving minors, with lifetime supervised release and $3,000 restitution.

Gang member Tyler Jacob pleaded guilty to bank fraud and identity theft, potentially facing 2 to 20 years in prison. His scheme in Florida defrauded banks of over $500,000.

The NWS in Tampa forecasts scattered showers and thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures reaching 106 degrees, showing a variable weather week with a steady chance of rain.

A man was fatally shot after an argument turned violent at Tampa's Copeland Park; police are actively searching for the suspect who fled the scene on a bike.

Morris Bridge Road in Hillsborough County reopens after flooding receded, restoring normal traffic flow between High Meadow Avenue and Cory Lakes Boulevard. No severe damage reported.

An SUV crashed into Sweet's Diner in Port Charlotte; no injuries as the diner was closed. Structural assessment and a fundraiser are underway. The driver mistakenly accelerated into the building.

A 29-year-old Orlando man and convicted sex offender, Delta Henry Rushing II, faces serious charges for allegedly enticing a minor into sexual activity. He could get 20 years to life in prison if convicted.

Hillsborough County resumes regular trash and recycling services following Hurricane Debby and provides guidelines for waste disposal and support for debris management to residents.

Hillsborough County has declared August as Black Business Month and has focused on mental health services, emergency services, and public safety in recent meetings.

Hillsborough County offers free mosquitofish to residents for natural mosquito control, with pickup on select dates at the Mosquito Management Services headquarters.

Wendy's introduces Spanish AI to drive-thrus in Florida, aiming to improve the dining experience for Spanish-speaking customers within its diverse clientele.

The Tampa Bay Times is cutting 20% of its staff, offering buyouts before potential layoffs, amidst financial shortfalls and a shift from print to digital revenue.