Hillsborough County provides free mosquitofish to residents as an eco-friendly way to control mosquito populations and prevent the spread of related diseases.

Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center temporarily stops most dog intakes due to a surge in canine pneumovirus cases, following advice from the University of Florida's Shelter Medicine Program.

A man in Hernando County was sentenced to three years for failing to meet sex offender reporting requirements, including not reporting his social media and job changes.

Tampa Riverwalk is nominated for USA Today's Best Riverwalk and is rallying support for votes via a Facebook post to win the title in a national contest.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirmed the safe recovery of missing 15-year-old Naya Poole, previously reported endangered. Details about her recovery remain undisclosed.

Danny Baldwin, 53, was indicted for firearm possession as a felon. Facing a minimum of 15 years to life, his past includes 12 felonies. His indictment is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods to reduce violent crime.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is seeking certified individuals to join as Deputy Sheriffs, emphasizing the role's importance in community safety.

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office held a successful Discovery Day event for kids, featuring activities like an obstacle course and crime scene investigation.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for 42-year-old Jeffrey Farrell, last seen on March 7 in Holiday, wearing a blue hoodie and Nike pants, possibly on a black/teal Electric bicycle.

The National Weather Service warns of high rip current risk on the Gulf Coast, affecting several counties, with conditions expected to improve mid-week.

Hillsborough prosecutors seek the death penalty for Joseph Schiliro in the dismemberment murder of a 71-year-old man; an accomplice awaits extradition.

Warner Smith received a 10-year sentence for possessing child sexual abuse material and AI-generated child pornography, following a guilty plea in Lake County.

Former ROTC instructor Frank Troxel has been arrested, accused of molesting students at Venice High School, facing charges of battery and lewd behavior.