The FMEA Professional Learning Conference is returning to the Tampa Convention Center, bringing over 20,000 attendees and an $8.6 million economic impact to the city, while a traffic advisory has been issued for peak times.

Charlotte County Government in Florida announces facility closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with regular trash pickup but closed government offices and some recreational services.

Tampa's weather forecast predicts mixed conditions, including cloudy skies, chances of showers, and variable temperatures ranging from highs in the 60s to lows in the 30s.

Former attorney Benjamin Crawford sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for distributing child sexual abuse material, with an additional 25 years of supervised release.

Hamilton Road in Lakeland will be closed for resurfacing from Jan. 13 at 8 a.m. until Jan. 18 at 5 p.m., affecting the stretch between Drane Field Road and Medulla Road.

A man in his late 30s was shot early Saturday on Sanchez St., Tampa, and is currently in critical condition; the attack may have been targeted. Tampa Police seek information.

A store clerk was arrested for selling alcohol to a minor during the PCSO's Operation Pop Top in Winter Haven, with five out of six stores passing the compliance check.

Midway Boulevard will have intermittent lane closures for fiber installation by Lumos Fiber, causing potential delays for drivers on Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tampa Police Department introduces AI-powered tools, including drones, Axon Assistant, VR pods, and Prepared 911, to improve public safety and officer training.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office highlighted the importance of Florida's Move Over Law following a close call with Deputy Polak, reminding motorists to protect roadside workers.

Tampa's Pirate Pup Parade & Costume Contest features shelter dogs for adoption, with activities like face painting and pet caricatures from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Water Street.

Heritage Oaks, an affordable housing community for seniors in Ridgecrest, was inaugurated, providing 80 new units in response to rising rent pressures in Pinellas County.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in locating a suspect with multiple charges, including battery and witness tampering.