The weather in Tampa is expected to be mostly sunny with highs in the low 80s and nighttime lows in the mid-60s. Thanksgiving Day may see a dip to 77 degrees. No rain is forecasted.

Judge William F. Jung sentences three individuals involved in a California-to-Florida drug trafficking ring, following investigations that started with Colin Zirpoli and led to the arrest and guilty pleas of multiple conspirators.

Four individuals, two Americans and two Chinese nationals, have been charged with attempting to export AI technology to China, violating U.S. export controls.

An 8-year-old girl in Florida stabbed her grandmother to protect her mother during an attempted murder. The grandmother, Serpil Adams, was later arrested and charged.

Hillsborough County is constructing four new fire stations to upgrade facilities and equipment, potentially funded by the American Recovery Act, to enhance firefighter safety and improve emergency response times.

Joel Moreno Cobo was arrested in Tampa for the fatal shooting of Dedrick Sykes, charged with second-degree murder. A dispute escalated into gunfire, with Moreno Cobo claiming self-defense.

Charlotte County Commission invites public input on a proposed utility rate increase at a hearing on Dec. 9, 2025, at 18500 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte.

Firefighters in Clearwater were reunited with a dog named Bandit they had saved from a house fire, an event that moved both the pet's owner and the rescuers.

Pinellas County is surveying historic buildings to identify and preserve their architectural significance with public input, funded by FEMA and in partnership with federal agencies.

Charlotte County seeks volunteers for committee vacancies in areas like public safety and transportation, with opportunities available through 2028 for residents and property owners. Application details are on the county's website.

A student at Strawberry Crest High School was arrested for bringing a gun and knife to school, resisting a search, and attempting to grab a deputy's weapon.

Tampa's forecast indicates sunny days with high temperatures around 84 degrees and comfortable nights around 61 degrees, with light winds and low humidity.

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued eight boaters 35 miles off Venice, FL, emphasizing the importance of safety equipment and leaving detailed plans before sailing.