The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office held a ceremony for 25 new deputies and 15 promotions, with Sheriff Bob Gualtieri officiating and community members attending.

Tampa is facing a weekend of hazardous weather with strong winds, freezing temperatures, and coastal threats prompting multiple advisories, including wind, freeze, and surf warnings. Residents are urged to take precautions.

Joyce Mandley restores headstones in Clearwater Municipal Cemetery, documenting and preserving local history, including notable figures like Dixie M. Hollins Sr. and Nancy Campbell.

Hillsborough County urges residents to prepare for natural hazards during Florida Severe Weather Awareness Week from Feb. 2-6, focusing daily on different dangers like lightning, hurricanes, and wildfires.

Two Hillsborough County Public Schools bus employees were arrested for abusing a 10-year-old student with Autism and ADHD, as revealed by bus video footage.

Pinellas County is seeking applications for four citizen appointments to the Unincorporated Seminole Sports Association, with a March 25, 2026 deadline.

Pinellas County Sheriff's forensic scientists received training on analyzing bullet trajectories to aid investigations, utilizing tools like the FARO 3D scanner to recreate crime scenes virtually.

The Tampa Bay area anticipates record-low temperatures, with advisories for cold weather, high rip currents, and safety measures for residents and pets.

Larry Taylor Kiwanis Park's gazebo undergoes renovations from Feb 9-26, with visitors advised to avoid the construction zone. Contact Casey Rodman for more info.

Dunedin is renovating its marina, including a new pier, with On-Point Contracting handling demolition and construction. Work begins in March, with full completion by end of 2026. Dock access will remain but may have temporary restrictions.

Hillsborough County Solid Waste released an interactive virtual tour of its Waste-to-Energy Facility that burns up to 1,800 tons of trash daily, powering 35,000 homes and recycling metals.

A man in Winter Haven was arrested for attempting murder with a machete during a tool dispute. He also faced drug charges and had a prior criminal history.

A man in Hernando County is charged with arson for a house fire in Spring Hill, also hindering firefighter efforts during a brush fire. No injuries reported, but the home was lost.