Hernando County is addressing its affordable housing issues with a public meeting on July 17, 2025, inviting community participation and promising accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

A Bahamian national, Kenthen Swain, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of illegal reentry into the U.S., marking his fourth violation. The case is part of a broader DOJ crackdown on illegal immigration.

Hernando County residents are alerted to a hearing on July 8, 2025, regarding an appeal against the Notice of Unsafe Building for a property in Hernando Beach.

Hernando County invites residents to a public hearing on July 8, 2025, to discuss proposed zoning changes, emphasizing citizen participation and the need for a proper record for potential appeals.

Multiple agencies, including the Hillsborough County Sheriff's aviation team, contained a brush fire in Plant City using coordinated air and ground efforts.

A former Polk County deputy, Justin Register, resigned after being arrested for stealing cash from a driver during a traffic stop. Witnesses reported the incident, leading to an investigation into his past conduct.

Tampa has been named the top US city for foreign businesses by the Financial Times, praised for its adaptability and support for international entrepreneurs.

Man in his late 40s fatally shot in Tampa; shooter claims self-defense and cooperates with police. Investigation ongoing to determine whether charges will be filed.

Peachland Blvd. in Charlotte County will have an eastbound lane closure for power pole installation by Irby Construction on July 1-2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A Venezuelan man, Jose Canas Vargas, was arrested for stealing and burning U.S. flags in Clearwater, leading to a pursuit ending with nine charges and a $62,650 bond.

Fire crews contained a large brush fire in Plant City sparked by a controlled burn gone awry, covering 1,200 acres with no reports of injuries or structural damage.

A small fire occurred at Bethlehem Housing, with no injuries. Sprinklers extinguished it, causing water damage that led to evacuations aided by the Red Cross.

Hillsborough County reports that rip currents are a major beach hazard, causing most rescues, and offers safety tips like swimming parallel to the shore to escape.