The Ruskin Senior Center held its second annual Wig Fashion Show as a fundraiser and breast cancer awareness event, featuring local seniors and educating on cancer risks and the importance of screenings.

Spring Hill Police resolved a case of unclaimed bicycles by locating the owners through a Facebook post, using social media effectively for community engagement.

Plant City Police Department received a community engagement award for initiatives like Pizza with a Cop and holiday toy drives, acknowledged by both the department and residents.

Charlotte County calls for volunteer applicants for various committee vacancies, aiming to involve residents in local governance areas such as fire service, environmental protection, transportation, and tourism. Application deadlines vary.

A new traffic signal at Sunseeker Resort on U.S. 41 will start flashing yellow on Oct. 23, with full activation on Oct. 30, to improve area navigation.

Captain Marvin Johnson was fired due to allegations of academic cheating in an ongoing scandal at Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, which also led to several other high-ranking officers' resignations.

Tampa's forecast promises pleasant weather, with sunny skies and mid-80s temperatures, light northeast winds, and a slight chance of showers early next week.

Tampa teenagers were arrested after taking a golf cart without permission and leading authorities on a chase before being caught by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Pinellas County launches People First Hurricane Recovery Programs with an $800 million federal grant to help residents recover from recent hurricanes.

Lane closures for vegetation maintenance on Olean Boulevard may cause traffic delays between Kings Highway and Beacon Drive on Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Port Charlotte's Community Action Agency Advisory Board is meeting on October 23, 2025, to discuss bylaws, the Family Services Center, and other key issues.

Charges were dropped against Giovanny Aldama Garcia, who was accused of abandoning his dog during hurricane evacuation, after the case's specific conditions weren't met.

A fire engulfed a home in Tampa, which Tampa Fire Rescue responded to at 5:20 a.m., bringing it under control in 20 minutes with no injuries reported. Cause under investigation.