Hillsborough County issued a boil water notice for the Windemere system in Lutz due to an electrical issue causing low pressure. Residents are advised to boil water for safety.

A 17-year-old named Justin Hawker was arrested by Hillsborough County authorities for second-degree murder with a firearm in the death of Andie Morrell. Details of the homicide remain undisclosed.

Police presence increased at Hammock Ridge Apartments in Spring Hill due to a reported armed home invasion with suspects identified and no serious injuries.

A teenager was arrested for a homicide in Tampa after the body of Andie Morrell was discovered on North 39th Street, with the murder scene identified at a residence on Polak Drive.

Cyclist Kjersten Aileen-Hermance Strang, 38, was killed in Gulfport by a vehicle driven by Xavier Omar Rigby, who now faces charges including DUI Manslaughter.

Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested 246 individuals during a human trafficking operation, with some charged for child sexual offenses and potential trafficking victims identified.

The Pinellas County Board of Commissioners adopted the final FY 2026 Budget, featuring a reduced millage rate and $4.8 billion total budget, despite lower property values from recent hurricanes.

Tampa Police suspended Angela Antonic for falsifying records and unauthorized computer access; her alleged misconduct involved issuing fake law enforcement credentials.

11-year-old Bobby Carlson was found safe after being reported missing in Dade City, bringing relief to the community. The circumstances of his recovery remain undisclosed.

Charlotte County invites residents to discuss the proposed 1% local sales tax at a public meeting on Sept. 25, 2025, at 3 p.m. in the Charlotte County Administration Center.

A Brooksville man was arrested for threatening people with a knife at a gas station and resisting arrest, requiring officers to use OC spray, Tasers, and non-lethal rounds to subdue him.

The National Weather Service forecasts a 50% chance of rain in Tampa, with highs of 89°F, lowering rain chances later in the week with mostly sunny skies.

A Tampa man was indicted for producing and possessing CSAM, with the potential for an 80-year prison sentence and the forfeiture of related equipment.