St. Petersburg opens Whispering Pines Apartments, a new affordable housing complex aimed at helping the formerly homeless and those with special needs.

MCAW shelters 129 stray animals post-Hurricane Debby, waives fees to promote reunions and adoptions, offering extended "hurricane holds" and immediate adoptions for unaffected animals.

The article highlights the importance of family farms in Hillsborough County, noting their role in the community, economy, and environmental stewardship, especially ahead of Farmers Market Week.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a box truck in Lakeland, with local authorities investigating the early morning incident that left no charges against the cooperative driver.

Detectives in Sarasota have arrested Damontae Tillery and Karriem McDowell Jr. for the murder of Edward Dukes Jr., who was found deceased with gunshot wounds.

The Howard Frankland Bridge has reopened after repairs due to damage from Hurricane Debby, with the Florida Department of Transportation restoring the northbound lanes to service.

The Silk Oak Lodge mobile home park is facing mobility issues and infrastructure damage after Hurricane Debby, with their bridge being washed out and problems with sandbag disposal.

A Clearwater Police detective was arrested for leaking information to drug trafficking suspects and faces eight felony charges, undermining trust within the police force.

The NWS forecasts a week of mixed weather for Tampa, with scattered showers, thunderstorms, and sunny weather, high heat indices, and consistent temperatures.

Tampa city officials commemorated National Purple Heart Day with a ceremony honoring wounded or fallen veterans, attended by Mayor Jane Castor and other dignitaries.

Sarasota declares a local state of emergency due to Hurricane Debby, enhancing crisis management capabilities, and postponing city services and meetings.

One man was shot and two deputies are on leave after an early morning shootout in Brooksville, following an attempted arrest related to warrants and suspected gun sales.

Tropical Storm Debby nears Tampa with storm surges, rainfall, and tornado threats. The area is under various warnings, expecting deteriorating conditions, and residents are urged to prepare and follow evacuation advice.