Roger William Clayton received a five-year federal sentence for illegal gun possession and distribution, following a guilty plea and a sting operation.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of persistent rain for Tampa, with chances of precipitation ranging from 60% to 100%, including showers and thunderstorms.

Charlotte County parks' restrooms will be closed for cleaning from June 2 to 6, with portable toilets provided.

Florida law enforcement officials, including Sheriff Chad Chronister, unite to fight crimes against the elderly, emphasizing their collective resolve to investigate, arrest, and prosecute those who target seniors with fraud and exploitation.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office conducted routine dive team training at Buford Spring Trailhead and informed residents not to worry about the increased law enforcement presence.

A house in Clearwater was struck by lightning, causing a fire; residents escaped safely and firefighters contained the blaze without injuries. Florida's high lightning strike rate is noted.

Tampa General Hospital provided an "Advanced Airway" course to 20 Tampa Fire Rescue paramedics, focusing on difficult and pediatric airways, with training given by Aeromed flight medics.

Kavar Young of Tampa pleaded guilty to robbery and related charges with a potential sentence of up to life in prison. His conviction is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods.

Tampa's weather forecast includes sunny periods and intermittent showers over the next week, with a heat index reaching 103 degrees today and varying chances of rain each day.

Wilmer Sanchez Aquino was convicted of cocaine trafficking and could face up to 40 years in prison. Co-defendants entered guilty pleas, with one potentially facing life in prison. Evidence included intercepted calls and financial records.

FEMA is allocating federal funds through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, with emphasis on community resilience and environmental preservation, following legal and public consultation protocols.

Rock Creek Road in Charlotte County will be closed from Victoria to Belkton Ave from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for concrete power pole installation; detours in place.

Timothy Schulz was shot and killed by deputies after an alligator attack and erratic behavior, which included charging at them with garden shears and attempting to grab a deputy's rifle.