Hillsborough County commemorated the 34th anniversary of the ADA focusing on inclusion in the arts, with Sandra Sroka accepting the honor for the local disability alliance.

The Tampa City Council voted 5-2 to increase the budget for the Riverwalk expansion to $56.8 million, with debate over fiscal impacts and potential benefits.

Pinellas Park Police introduced K9 officer Jesse, a lab who detects electronic devices and doubles as a therapy dog to aid in digital crime-fighting and community support.

A former detention deputy from Pinellas County was arrested for possessing child pornography, resigned, and faces nine counts of possession, with an investigation led by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

A suspect, Jahvontae Bell, was arrested in Hillsborough County after detectives found the kidnapped victim, Jayanna Clark, safe. The operation involved Hillsborough and Pinellas County Sheriff's Offices.

Indian national Kirtan Patel faces charges for allegedly attempting to entice a minor into sexual activity, with a potential life sentence if convicted.

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.