A Brandon man, Rosson Hamilton, has been charged with COVID-19 fraud related to the Paycheck Protection Program and faces a potential 20-year sentence for each of two counts.

Spearfisherman Jose Abreu survived a bull shark attack in Key West, with a friend intervening to stop the shark. Despite the scare, experts report shark encounters are not on the rise.

Hillsborough County is seeking student entries for its Recycling and Waste Reduction Art Contest, emphasizing ecological awareness and sustainable practices through visual arts.

Vita Vea of the Buccaneers made lifestyle changes, resulting in weight loss and improved wellbeing. His new training routine could boost his performance in the upcoming season.

"Operation Southern Slow Down," a multi-state campaign by the Florida Highway Patrol and others, aims to reduce highway speeding and promote road safety.

A man has been arrested for manslaughter following a fatal incident at Tally Ho Bar, Lounge & Grille that resulted in the death of a 50-year-old security guard.

South Tampa's modern Cuban restaurant Luv Child, managed by the Ciccio Restaurant Group, is closing on July 28th. It will be replaced by a new Italian eatery, Jay Luigi.

Specialists state a tire explosion on an American Airlines flight in Tampa was caused by mechanical issues, not the summer heat. Experts say although the heat can impact aircraft performance, it did not directly cause this incident.

The Tampa area is forecasted to have hot days with high chances of afternoon thunderstorms and little relief from heat and humidity, according to NWS.

Lawrence Todd Maxwell has been influential in Tampa's real estate growth, driving investment and innovation in the sector, with a strong market presence and strategy.

A violent spree in Pasco County involving a stabbing and carjacking led to a multi-county chase ending in a crash, with the suspect now in custody facing charges.

The National Weather Service forecasts high humidity and thunderstorms for Tampa, with a chance of showers increasing to 60-70% in afternoons, and high temperatures in the low 90s.

St. Petersburg extends sandbag distribution hours, including second Saturdays, to aid residents' hurricane preparation efforts, with provisions for those unable to fill their own bags.