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.

The article describes the NWS forecast for Tampa's weather, predicting intermittent sunshine and scattered thunderstorms over the next few days, with high temperatures and humidity.

Donald Robert Smith from Tampa was sentenced to 24 years in federal prison for a series of violent armed robberies, including firing a weapon during the crimes.

Javontee Brice, 28, killed three women in Manatee County, including his mother and cousin, before dying in a shootout with deputies in Hamilton County.

The Hillsborough State Attorney's Gun Violence Unit is expanding from one to five attorneys to better tackle gun crime in Tampa Bay, backed by State Attorney Suzy Lopez.

Tampa Police arrested Andre Aris, 29, for the murder of a 35-year-old man whose body was found near a storage facility. Aris, who had the victim's IDs and car, is charged with murder and grand theft auto.

A three-vehicle crash on Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa early Saturday resulted in one fatality and road closures for several hours during the investigation.

Hernando County Sheriff's Office arrested two juveniles for armed burglaries of vehicles after they were found asleep in a car with a stolen gun. The suspects had prior theft records.

Ricardo Villarroel Duerto was sentenced to 18 years for defrauding nearly 100 Florida homeowners through his pool company, causing over $1 million in losses.

The Tampa City Council approved renovation plans for the historic Jackson Rooming House, as the Jackson House Foundation seeks emergency funds for its preservation.