A Jacksonville federal employee pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as an unlawful drug user, with evidence of trading guns for drugs. The case is part of a wider anti-crime initiative.

A Tampa man, Milton Anthony Bradshaw, has been sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for firearm and ammunition possession by a felon, following a jury trial and conviction related to a 2022 shooting incident.

American Sayfollah Musallet was killed allegedly by Israeli settlers in the West Bank. His family calls for a US investigation; Israeli military is examining the incident. Musallet is mourned in Tampa, where he owned a business.

A man was hospitalized after a shooting in Ybor City, Tampa, with police saying the incident followed an altercation between the known parties. The investigation is ongoing with no arrests reported yet.

Two teenagers were arrested for making hoax emergency calls, a practice known as "swatting," after online gaming disputes, facing serious felony charges.

Federal disaster assistance is available for Largo residents and businesses affected by a tornado, with the SBA offering low-interest loans for repairs and recovery.

A 77-year-old Largo man, Thomas Hunter, is missing. He was last seen wearing a green shirt, black pants, a cap, and gray shoes. Authorities seek public assistance in their search.

Tampa Police arrested two men, Joshua Murdock and Aaron Alderman, involved in a multicounty auto burglary ring, seizing a stolen gun, credit cards, and other items.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is seeking public help to find sex offender Victor Bennett, 64, who has failed to report his whereabouts and comply with registration requirements.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies arrested five suspects for attempts to burglarize vehicles and a chase, aided by their Aviation Section. Suspects now face charges, highlighting the importance of community vigilance and reporting.

Tampa Police found a stolen Jeep linked to recent auto burglaries and credit card fraud. A suspect with sleeve tattoos remains at large, with several offenses traced back to June 2025. The public is urged to help locate the individual.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office advises residents to prepare for storms, emphasizing the importance of early planning and offering tips such as stocking up on supplies and reviewing insurance policies.

Theft suspect Ricardo Diaz was caught by deputies using a drone after hiding in a sewer in Hillsborough County.