Pasco County authorities are searching for the missing 29-year-old Jaheel Montoute and are seeking public help. Montoute was last seen near Sparkling Way, Wesley Chapel.

Sherri Winston, a celebrated children's author, will speak at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library in Tampa on August 6; the first 50 children receive a free book.

Vanguard Terrace in Charlotte County will be closed for a new pole installation by Irby Construction, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 7, with detours provided.

Tampa Officer Jordan Laupert was released from the hospital after being shot on duty and is recovering at home, thankful for the support received. An investigation of the incident is ongoing.

The NWS forecasts scattered showers and thunderstorms with high heat and humidity for Tampa, with varying chances of rain throughout the upcoming week.

A segment of Cook Brown Road in Charlotte County will close 9 a.m.-3 p.m. from August 4-7 for stormwater pipe installation, with detours and signage provided.

Punta Gorda Charlotte Library is set to host a Bicycle Safety Day on August 16, featuring safety presentations, a kids' obstacle course, and free helmet fittings.

Hillsborough County invites neighborhoods to apply for the 2025 Neighborhood Awards by Aug 22, celebrating improvements in health, safety, and engagement, with a $500 prize and a chance to be named Neighborhood of the Year.

Austin Allen Rhinesmith was convicted in Florida for not reporting a change of address as a sex offender and sentenced to three years by the Department of Corrections.

The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for west central Florida due to heat index values up to 109 degrees, advising precautions against heat illnesses.

Officer Jordan Laupert of Tampa Police was shot in the leg and is recovering; a suspect later found with a self-inflicted wound is believed to have been the shooter.

The City of Tampa's Summer Youth Internship Program is addressing the skilled labor shortage by offering high school interns hands-on training in trades such as plumbing and mechanics.

Jeff Knight faces charges for leaving the scene of a fatal Clearwater ferry crash. His attorney disputes the allegations, while the ferry captain has also been charged for insufficient lighting. The FWC continues to investigate the incident.