An 18-year-old was arrested for allegedly vandalizing a Pride mural in St. Petersburg, incurring expensive damage and now facing felony criminal mischief charges.

Gunfire in a Sarasota neighborhood injured one person, leading to a prompt police response. The incident, described as isolated by the police, is under investigation.

A woman was fatally shot by her estranged boyfriend near a Haines City restaurant; he confessed to the crime and was arrested for first-degree murder and other charges.

Tampa City Council approved a $20,000 salary increase for members, bringing their earnings to $75,190 starting from October 1, after an hour-long debate.

The weather forecast for Tampa's Independence Day week predicts high heat, scattered showers, and thunderstorms, with fluctuating chances of rain in the evenings.

A Spring Hill woman faces four arson charges following multiple incidents at an apartment complex, including vehicle fires and vandalism, with evidence linking her to the scene.

Sexual predator Donald Paul Lee Eisenhart was arrested for using an unregistered social media account, breaching parole conditions that required him to disclose all such activity.

A Texas man faces a federal charge for allegedly transporting 30 kg of cocaine through Florida and may receive 10 years to life in prison if convicted.

The National Weather Service predicts scattered showers and thunderstorms in Tampa, with high humidity and temperatures near 93°F. Chances of rain are 60% today, with unsettled weather continuing through Independence Day.

Teenager Christopher Patrinostro was arrested in Tampa on charges of extortion, requiring additional nude photographs from a 16-year-old girl by threatening to post her images online.

Authorities are searching for a suspect who robbed a man in a wheelchair in Pinellas County. The suspect is a 40-year-old white male last seen on a bike.

PSTA is considering connecting St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Clearwater Beach by bus, planning to expand services rather than cut them, and is discussing budget allocations for 2025.

Florida's EV owners are reminded to prepare for hurricane season, keep their vehicles charged, and understand the risks of floodwaters and battery disposal.