A fire sparked by hurricane debris has hit a Clearwater recycling plant. As crews battle the blaze, residents are reminded of proper hazardous material disposal.

The Bay Area is recovering from Hurricane Milton, with the reopening of key bridges like the Howard Frankland and Gandy, while the Courtney Campbell Causeway remains closed.

Tampa is recovering from Hurricane Milton's devastation, marked by unsafe conditions, widespread power outages, and potential flash floods. Authorities are cautioning residents and addressing emergency situations during cleanup efforts.

During Hurricane Milton, a tree fell on a Tampa home with 15 occupants. Tampa Police evacuated everyone safely and transported them to a shelter. No injuries were reported.

Hillsborough County officials are preparing for Hurricane Milton, planning a news conference to discuss safety measures and urging residents to review emergency plans.

Hillsborough County opens additional shelters ahead of Hurricane Milton, including special-needs facilities, but notes some do not accommodate pets. Pet-friendly options are available.

St. Petersburg issues a safety advisory due to Hurricane Milton, with concerns over cranes in construction sites. Last-minute securing is impractical, so residents are urged to relocate or shelter in place away from windows.

Ramon Ochoa, a Mexican national, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the U.S. after deportation, consecutive to his current state drug trafficking sentence.

Russell Rippey was charged after holding two women hostage using an AR-15 style rifle in Pinellas Park, Florida. The SWAT team resolved the situation safely.

Pinellas County and the FWC are monitoring low to medium Red Tide levels, warning of respiratory irritation and advising on reporting fish kills and handling dead fish.

Two men were charged following the discovery of Kevin Walden's body in a Spring Hill yard; Jeffrey Brehony faces second-degree murder, while both he and Duane Sanders are charged with abusing a dead human body.

The Tampa Police launched a safety campaign for pedestrians and cyclists, focusing on education and enforcement, to reduce road casualties until May 2025.

Community member donates to Tampa officers displaced by Hurricane Helene, supporting the rebuilding efforts for homes lost, highlighting community solidarity and resilience.