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.

Residents are allowed to return to Longboat Key after repairs, with entry from the South via New Pass Bridge. ID checks, a curfew, and a boil water notice remain in place. Officials urge conserving water and warn of ongoing power outages.

A body was found in a car off I-75 near Riverview, weeks after a crash, prompting an investigation to determine the incident's timeline and identity of the deceased.

Polk County experienced two serious crashes: one resulting in six hospitalizations, including a life-threatening injury, and the other in a fatality after a vehicle hit a tree. Investigations are ongoing.

A 15-year-old was charged with second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old at Citrus Park Town Center Mall. The incident started from a "slapboxing" event and escalated into violence. The teen will be tried as an adult.

The NWS forecasts typical Florida weather for Tampa with sunshine, isolated showers, thunderstorms, and high humidity, with temperatures reaching up to 98 degrees.

A 9-foot alligator "stalking" dog walkers in Stuart, Florida, was captured and relocated by deputies and a professional trapper, ensuring community safety.

A school bus driver in North Port found ammunition on the bus, leading to a temporary lockdown of the Imagine School campuses until police deemed the area safe.