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.

Tampa residents are set to enjoy fair weather as the year ends, with mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures, with only a scattered chance of showers and thunderstorms before the new year.

The Tampa Police reported that missing 15-year-old Adelana Olafemi was found safe and will be reunited with his family. He went missing on Christmas night.

Polk County Parks and Recreation Department sets new camping rules for 2025, including a 14-day stay limit, a 28-day gap before return, a 100-day annual cap, adult-only reservations, and a ban on certain vehicles.

St. Petersburg celebrated the graduation of 12 cadets from the Mayor's Future Ready Academy, a program aimed at equipping youth with employment skills.

A 12-year-old boy, Jeremiah D. Nelson, was fatally shot in an apparent accident at the James Park Apartments in St. Petersburg, sparking discussions on gun safety.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office reports a non-fatal shooting over an alleged vehicle theft in Crystal Springs, Pasco County, with no ongoing community risk.

Hillsborough County extends the state of local emergency due to Hurricane Helene's impact, allowing continued disaster management efforts and federal funding for recovery.

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers a variety of holiday resources such as tech gadgets, digital content, recording studios, and activities like cooking and games, aiming to enhance seasonal enjoyment and learning.

The City of Sarasota announced holiday schedules for facilities and services, including closures for City Hall, uninterrupted trash collection, regular Bay Runner transit hours, and modified hours for recreational and cultural venues.