Hillsborough County offers eco-friendly Christmas tree disposal options including curbside pickup, drop-off at waste facilities, or repurposing into mulch.

Tampa Fire Rescue has replaced old fire engines with new 2025 Pierce Saber Engines at two stations, enhancing their emergency response capabilities with the latest firefighting technology.

Clearwater Beach has introduced a pop-up beach library offering books and movies to visitors, open Tuesdays and Thursdays, promoting literacy and leisure.

Emily Cornell, a missing 25-year-old woman from New Port Richey, was found safe. The community had been searching for her since her disappearance two days prior.

Homeless woman, Kendall Wilson, was fatally hit by an SUV in Pinellas Park while crossing the street outside of a crosswalk; police cite no impairment or speed factors.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue quickly contained a residential fire on Fawn Dale Drive in Riverview with no injuries reported.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue extinguished a house fire in Brandon with no injuries; it was possibly caused by a motorcycle project on the front porch.

A man, Daniel Puga, was charged with burglary and theft after breaking into a Winter Haven fire station on Christmas, stealing items including a unique Grady Judd cowboy hat.

A 21-year-old man, Dominic Frye, faces charges for DUI manslaughter after running a stop sign and causing an accident that killed a 16-year-old girl in Apollo Beach.

Volunteer Patrol from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office provided bikes to children whose home was destroyed by fire, emphasizing community care and support.

The Dunedin City Commission designated 558 Beltrees Street as a Historic Landmark, highlighting the city's dedication to preserving its architectural and cultural history.

Dense fog in Tampa leads to an NWS advisory, urging caution for morning motorists with visibility down to a quarter mile. Conditions are expected to improve later.

Tampa Police Department advises citizens on social media to break down boxes of expensive items before disposal to prevent theft during the holiday season.