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.

A man awoke inside his submerged truck at a Bradenton boat ramp and reported the incident, prompting an investigation into the vehicle's path and crash.

Hernando County has announced a public hearing on October 7, 2025, to discuss expanding Waterford Community Development District's boundaries, encouraging residents to participate.

Tampa Police investigate a shooting on Woodville St. that killed a teenager and injured five; community tips aid the case, and rewards for information increase to $15,000.

Intermittent lane closures on Bermont Road due to pipe cleaning may cause delays, affecting traffic between 53001 Bermont Road and the Glades County line.

Citrus County Deputy Andy Lahera passed away from complications of a 2023 accident when he was hit by a car on duty. His 14 years of service included a significant role as a school resource officer.

The article discusses a podcast featuring Rafael and Will from the Traffic Management team in Hillsborough County, who discuss their roles in controlling traffic flow and upcoming signal detection technology.