The City of Tampa Black History Committee hosted its 38th annual celebration, honoring African American veterans ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day, with the Tampa Police Department participating.

Hillsborough County Veterans Helping Veterans Inc. was honored by the county for its aid to veterans, providing over $95k to 179 veterans/families in 2025.

Pinellas County offers a free educational program, Pinellas County University, that teaches residents about local government workings through classes, tours, and demonstrations from March 4-April 8. Application deadline is February 20.

Former teacher Lee Hughes pleaded guilty to child sexual abuse crimes and faces life in prison. He was caught in an undercover operation intending to meet a fictitious 9-year-old.

Tampa will commemorate the 35th anniversary of Operations Desert Shield and Storm at Veterans Memorial Park. The event features an honor guard and keynote speaker Lt. Gen. David Deptula.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in finding Angel Montanez Jr., 31, wanted for aggravated battery on a pregnant woman and false imprisonment.

Hillsborough County invites residents to the annual Neighborhoods Expo for community bonding and learning on the last Saturday of February, at Feeding Tampa Bay.

Law enforcement and fire rescue personnel from various agencies in Pinellas County completed a 40-hour Honor Guard Academy, mastering ceremonial drills and traditions.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is seeking information on missing 36-year-old Dwayne Malone last seen on February 2.

Hillsborough County announces its first-ever Pickleball Tournament Series for 2026, starting with the New Year's Pickle Smash Classic and featuring 11 more events throughout the year.

A man named Jeremy Allen Franklin, 50, was found dead with a life jacket in Boca Ciega Bay, FL. His capsized boat was located, and his death is not deemed suspicious. Another body was discovered nearby; investigations are ongoing.

Venezuelan national Jose Valero-Colina was arrested in Davenport for a hit-and-run, with charges exacerbated by his illegal U.S. residency. He admitted to the crash and faces multiple citations, while ICE placed a detainer for his immigration status.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is seeking help to find missing 16-year-old Lanasia Taylor, last seen on January 31 in Land O' Lakes, wearing a pink hoodie and carrying a black backpack.