Hillsborough County suspends trash services due to a storm and extends hours at waste facilities for debris disposal. Residents should not put out waste and use extended-hours sites for specific items.

Tampa offers free Uber vouchers for rides to comfort stations after Hurricane Helene, covering up to $25 for four rides (two round trips) until October 25, 2024.

Hillsborough County and Tampa have opened six comfort stations to provide showers, restrooms, laundry, charging stations, and meals to those affected by Hurricane Helene.

Tampa offers free laundry service for residents affected by Hurricane Helene, running on October 1, from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M., at 5235 South Dale Mabry Highway.

The Tampa Police Department established the Chief's Advisory Panel to enhance transparency and community relations, involving seven members to review policies and provide insights to Chief Lee Bercaw.

Tampa sets up Comfort Stations at Desoto and Marjorie Parks to aid hurricane victims with food, water, showers, charging stations, laundry, and expedited permit services for rebuilding efforts.

Community member donates to Tampa officers displaced by Hurricane Helene, supporting the rebuilding efforts for homes lost, highlighting community solidarity and resilience.

Residents are allowed to return to Longboat Key after repairs, with entry from the South via New Pass Bridge. ID checks, a curfew, and a boil water notice remain in place. Officials urge conserving water and warn of ongoing power outages.

Tampa hosts a diaper donation drive during National Diaper Need Awareness Week, with a flag-raising event on September 23 and landmarks illuminated in blue to raise awareness.

Officer Brent Clark was fired from the St. Petersburg Police Department for making a racist comment to a co-worker, which led to his termination after an internal investigation.

Tampa Bay commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks with memorials and events, including traditional ceremonies and illuminated tributes.

Nominations for the Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards in Hillsborough County close on September 12, honoring young leaders, students overcoming obstacles, and those engaged in community service.

The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is hiring a vet with a DVM degree for a role that includes medical care, surgery, and contributing to legal cases, offering a $104,000 starting salary.