Edgewater Drive in Charlotte County will close its westbound lane from Lakeview to Midway Blvd for a month to install underground power lines, starting April 14.

After an intense search, Kyrie Larry, a missing autistic 3-year-old, was found dead in a pond. The tragedy has impacted the community and highlighted challenges for children with special needs.

Pierre Marquis Fowler was found guilty of drug trafficking and other crimes, facing life in prison. His brother Marcus also pleaded guilty in related charges.

A deputy was dragged by a motorcycle during a traffic stop in Pasco County, sustaining injuries. The suspect is sought; a description and case number have been released.

Tampa offers a networking event to link local subcontractors with city contracts, also targeting residential contractors for an $11.4M home repair program.

The National Weather Service warns of high rip current risk on Florida coast, advising swimmers to be cautious and swim near lifeguards. Tampa forecast predicts sunny, warm week.

The Tampa Bay Rowdies dismissed head coach Robbie Neilson just before their home opener, naming Steve Coleman as interim head coach.

Pinellas County Jail is transitioning to paperless inmate mail through Smart Communications starting April 15, with legal mail being optional to send electronically.

An off-duty Gulfport firefighter, Scott Miller, was arrested for DUI after speeding over 100 MPH in a residential area. He showed signs of impairment but refused sobriety tests.

Hillsborough County businesses are incorporating AI, a topic to be discussed at the Local Stories Live event, featuring a panel and free breakfast, with a live stream available.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is looking for missing 16-year-old Nicholas Trosclair, last seen in Hudson on April 9. He is 6'2", 150 lbs, with brown hair and hazel eyes.

The NWS issued a high rip current risk alert for several Florida counties, advising beachgoers to swim near lifeguards and avoid fighting rip currents. Sunny, warm weather is forecasted, but caution at beaches is urged.

Charlotte County invites the public to the opening of two new public safety buildings in Babcock Ranch on April 16, which includes Fire Station 9 and the Sheriff’s Office District 5.