UTampa and Tampa Police launched a pilot letting seniors complete the police academy while students and move into paid officer roles after graduation.

The SEC's new nine-game slate for 2026 pauses long-running rivalries and forces teams to add a tough 10th Power Four opponent.

Dade City police have opened an investigation after a shooting on Magnolia Avenue. Detectives remained on scene and say the incident appears isolated.

Opening statements and surveillance video were shown as the trial opened for a man accused in a 2024 Ruskin marina death. Prosecutors say the footage shows the victim being shoved into the water.

A pre-dawn blaze heavily damaged Pacific Rim on Hillview Street. Owner Veth Senenoi vows to rebuild as community donations top $100,000.

High rip current risk at Gulf beaches through 8 p.m. Tuesday. Scattered storms and heat index values near 103°F.

Witnesses told deputies a Tampa man repeatedly kicked and struck his dog, Moon. He was arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty, HCSO says.

FEMA approved nearly $55 million to help Florida repair storm-damaged infrastructure and fund mitigation projects, from pier rebuilding to home elevations.

A two‑alarm blaze ripped through a commercial building on Combee Road in Lakeland Sunday; crews had the fire under control by midmorning and reported no injuries.

Scattered storms and gusty winds today in Tampa. Dangerous rip currents and small‑craft advisories persist through Tuesday evening.

A 30-year-old New Port Richey man died after his motorcycle collided with an SUV at Whitetail Lane and Trouble Creek Road early Saturday. Troopers say the crash happened around 2:50 a.m. and remains under investigation.

A Hillsborough County deputy was arrested after investigators say he repeatedly messaged a woman following a July 7 traffic stop. Authorities have suspended him without pay while criminal and internal probes continue.

A Ring camera in Venice caught a 9‑foot‑4 alligator pushing through a screened lanai into a home's pool; a licensed FWC trapper removed it safely.