Lakeland police warned residents of a scam that asks people to withdraw cash and hand it to a courier; officials say banks and police will never request that.

Officials say six people, including former state workers, used state claims to siphon about $1.7M through 220+ bogus property‑damage payouts.

Researchers told a Senate committee that Gen Z is trailing previous generations on attention and memory, and Tampa Bay doctors say unstructured screen time may be a culprit.

A Feb. 10 county vote will decide whether 49 acres in Gulf Gate become a stormwater preserve or a roughly 100‑home subdivision.

The Woodson Museum is renovating its Jordan Park home after plans for a new building tied to the Rays' stalled stadium fell apart. The museum repurposed a $1M grant and expects to reopen this spring.

Charlotte County has implemented new water use restrictions due to low rainfall levels, limiting watering to once per week based on residents' address numbers.

A 19-year-old man was arrested after a high-speed motorcycle chase in Florida, with speeds up to 150 mph, leading to charges including fleeing and reckless driving.

Clearwater Main Library offers a woodworking program led by Librarian Thomas Shepherd, providing hands-on classes and community-building for local creatives.

Pinellas County Utilities will temporarily shut down reclaimed water services from Feb. 11 to Feb. 20 for maintenance on the South Cross Bayou facility's filtration system, impacting residents and businesses.

Hillsborough County continues its emergency burn ban due to dry conditions that increase wildfire risks, also advising residents on fire prevention measures.

Hillsborough County emphasizes strategic post-game cleanup with clear recycling guidelines, stressing the importance of disposing of recyclables cleanly and correctly while disposing of non-recyclables and electronics at designated facilities.

Tampa's weather is sunny and 70°F today, turning to showers overnight with an 80% chance of rain and a low of 52°F. Conditions will improve with sunny weekends ahead.

Lyft driver Joaquin Mena Vazquez was arrested for assaulting a passenger, prompting a response from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office about the safety of ride-hailing services.