The renovated Raymond H. Neri Park in Lealman, featuring playgrounds and fitness equipment, has opened, funded by the 'Penny for Pinellas' initiative.

The Tampa Police are probing a commercial armed robbery at LV Nails & Spa, where two masked males assaulted an employee and stole cash before fleeing.

Clearwater Main Library offers a woodworking program led by Librarian Thomas Shepherd, providing hands-on classes and community-building for local creatives.

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny days ahead for Tampa with clear skies and temperatures around 70 degrees, continuing into the week with a slight chance of showers by Saturday.

The St. Petersburg Police Department has located Teniyah Vinson, who had been reported missing earlier in the day, and thanked the public for their help.

The City of Tampa Black History Committee hosted its 38th annual celebration, honoring African American veterans ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day, with the Tampa Police Department participating.

Tampa Fire Rescue honored African American heritage and veterans during the City of Tampa's 2026 Black History Celebration, recognizing the dual service of military veterans now serving the local community.

Hillsborough County Veterans Helping Veterans Inc. was honored by the county for its aid to veterans, providing over $95k to 179 veterans/families in 2025.

Hillsborough County is distributing clean drinking water to Dover residents affected by severe drought at the Dover Sports Complex, acknowledging the urgency due to dry wells and the need to protect local agriculture.

Pinellas County Utilities will temporarily shut down reclaimed water services from Feb. 11 to Feb. 20 for maintenance on the South Cross Bayou facility's filtration system, impacting residents and businesses.

Two men were arrested in Davenport for engaging in an alleged street race; one faces enhanced charges due to immigration status.

Pinellas County offers a free educational program, Pinellas County University, that teaches residents about local government workings through classes, tours, and demonstrations from March 4-April 8. Application deadline is February 20.

Former teacher Lee Hughes pleaded guilty to child sexual abuse crimes and faces life in prison. He was caught in an undercover operation intending to meet a fictitious 9-year-old.