Octavio Nogueira Pessoa was sentenced to 40 years for producing and possessing child sexual abuse material, with a subsequent lifetime of supervised release.

A non-verbal child believed to have autism was found in Davenport and safely returned to his family thanks to the police's urgent social media appeal and community response.

The St. Petersburg City Council is considering measures to fund repairs for Tropicana Field, damaged by Hurricane Milton, including structural repairs and taking over security.

A road rage incident over a turn signal in Bradenton led to gunfire and a collision, involving 33-year-old Raesean Poole and 20-year-old Anthony Williams, resulting in charges for all parties involved.

80-year-old Georgia Rusciano, who went missing in Seminole, was found safe after the issuance of a Silver Alert by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

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.