Tampa Police's Operation: Zero Proof over Memorial Day weekend resulted in 27 DUI arrests and enhanced road and waterway safety, with zero BUI arrests among 58 vessel stops.

A pedestrian was seriously injured by a suspected DUI driver in Tampa's SoHo district; another person was arrested for assaulting an officer during the investigation.

Polk County deputy was struck by a fleeing Venezuelan national during a traffic stop. The suspect was tased and arrested, and is now facing multiple charges with an ICE hold. The driver, also arrested, faces DUI and other charges.

A deputy-involved crash in South Brooksville following a traffic stop led to a power outage after the deputy's vehicle hit a power pole; both the deputy and suspect endured minor and no injuries, respectively.

Jefry Maldonado Hernandez was arrested in Tampa for vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter after a fatal crash.

St. Petersburg Police are investigating a stabbing incident where Dustin Hedenberg died after an altercation with business owner Fayun Zhang, who has not been charged yet.

Mayors from Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater support "Tampa Bay Connections," an initiative by Tampa Bay Thrives to combat loneliness through community engagement.

Michael Ray Groves, born October 19, 1966, was sentenced to 25 years in a Florida court for child exploitation crimes, including possession of child pornography and lewd acts.

The City of Sarasota's Fleet Services earned the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence, recognizing their high standard of vehicle maintenance for the city's 850-strong fleet.

St. Petersburg's Mayor Welch, with Thrive by Five Pinellas, is set to launch the Early Learning Guide at the West Branch Community Library for children's educational support.

The Pasco Sheriff’s Office arrested 11 unlicensed contractors in a sting operation, highlighting the risks such workers pose to consumers and emphasizing the importance of proper licensing.

Tampa Police seek public help identifying two linked to an unsolved incident near Ybor City on Dec 17, 2024. They encourage tips via their Facebook page or Crime Stoppers.

Gulfport city council plans a second vote on a smoking ban on public beaches, excluding unfiltered cigars. Previous attempts failed in court, but local officials are optimistic and cite environmental concerns as a driving factor.