St. Petersburg man Elias Elias, 43, was arrested for possession and transmission of child pornography and sexual activity involving animals following a meticulous investigation.

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee in Hernando County plans to discuss equitable housing solutions in its upcoming meeting on September 11, 2025.

Charlotte County officials say Centennial Park Pool will be closed for a swim meet, with public access resuming at 12:30 p.m. tomorrow.

Tampa's forecast includes scattered showers and thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures reaching into the upper 90s. Mild winds expected, with a continued chance of rain into the weekend.

FHP says a Riverview woman died on I-75 after stepping into the path of a Kia Sportage near Gibsonton. The crash remains under investigation.

A raccoon in Punta Gorda, Charlotte County, tested positive for rabies, prompting a 30-day alert in specific areas. Residents are urged to vaccinate pets and avoid contact with wildlife.

Hillsborough County will close most government facilities on Labor Day, but conservation areas, boat ramps, and emergency services remain operational.

Tampa Police located the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that injured a bicyclist on Dale Mabry Hwy; the car was found abandoned and is now impounded.

A bicyclist in Tampa was seriously injured in a hit-and-run involving a silver SUV. Police are seeking the driver, who fled the scene on Dale Mabry Highway.

Deputies arrested Quaze Lavarn Simmons for attempted murder after he deliberately hit a 74-year-old man with his vehicle, leaving the victim critically injured.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 16-year-old named De’Cordaisa Lloyd, last seen in Land O' Lakes on August 25. They request public assistance.

Charlotte County offers vegetable gardening workshops in September, including various hands-on sessions and educational experiences for amateur gardeners.

Sarasota announces Labor Day service changes, including one-day delay in trash collection, regular trolley hours, altered facility operations, and a rescheduled city commission meeting.