Significant drug bust in Hernando County leads to two arrests, with detectives finding large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, marijuana, firearms, and ammunition.

The article details Tampa's weather forecast, with sunny conditions and high temperatures around 93 degrees, shifting to scattered showers and thunderstorms by the new week.

Russell Todd Burkhalter is accused of running a Ponzi scheme through Drive Planning, defrauding investors of over $330 million by promising high returns.

Hillsborough County dedicates August to celebrate water quality, providing over 78 million gallons of daily tap water, performing numerous tests and samples, urging residents to engage in eco-friendly practices to protect water sources.

Pinellas County approved $7.94 million for 164 new affordable apartments in Largo and St. Petersburg, Florida, targeting residents earning 30-80% of AMI. This is part of the county's strategy to address the affordable housing crisis.

Clearwater's reclaimed water system is back in service after Hurricane Debby damage, with possible reduced flows initially as the system returns to full functionality.

The article discusses the long-standing aquatic species in Hillsborough County, such as the ancient comb jelly and horseshoe crabs, as well as the proficient dragonflies that control pests.

Manatee County begins debris collection following storm Debby, urging residents to separate debris types and follow set guidelines for efficient cleanup.

A 64-year-old woman was stabbed to death in Brandon, prompting an intensive investigation by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. The incident is considered isolated with no public threat.

Tampa rewards 60 "classroom grandparents" with $100 "Dash Dollars" each for volunteering in local schools, supported by a DoorDash grant and the Mayor's Classroom Companions program.

A 14-year-old is arrested for an armed robbery at a Clearwater Publix where a security guard was disarmed and injured. A 16-year-old was previously arrested; both face charges.

A shooting in Gulfport resulted in at least two people hospitalized, with police investigating the complex scenario that unfolded early Saturday morning.

A fatal accident occurred in St. Petersburg involving a car and an E-Bike, leading to the death of a 46-year-old man after the E-Bike was struck by two vehicles.