A Miami man claimed a $25 million Gold Rush Multiplier scratch-off and chose a $15.96 million lump-sum after buying the ticket at a Miami Walmart.

Tampa firefighters launched a full hazmat response for an active ammonia leak late Wednesday. Crews contained the release and no injuries were reported.

County staff are drafting tougher rules for Airbnb‑style rentals after a wave of noise and safety complaints. Changes aim to make owners more accountable and speed enforcement.

Sunny and hot today — highs near 88°F; 90s expected Friday through Sunday. Drought continues; avoid open burning.

A Tampa man was arrested April 14 after police say months of isolation, threats and secret photos culminated in a violent domestic abuse investigation.

Publix plans a second Seffner store roughly half a mile from the Mango Square location, adding to a wave of retail activity along MLK Boulevard.

Tampa's lawn-watering windows have been tightened under a Modified Phase III "Extreme" shortage; irrigation is now limited to once weekly on assigned days with stricter hours.

Two construction workers were seriously injured when an SUV struck a work truck on SR‑574 west of Bismark Palm Drive. Troopers say the driver was cited for careless driving.

Pasco County rolled out a free online portal to register vacant and small rental properties; owners in unincorporated areas must register by April 30.

Deputies say callers posing as an FTC agent convinced a Charlotte County resident to withdraw nearly $50,000; a driver was arrested during a planned second pickup. The case remains under investigation.

A 3-year-old was shot in the forearm after finding a loaded handgun left in a bed in Tampa; police arrested a 30-year-old and charged him in the shooting.

A Minnesota man who posed as “Julia” was convicted after prosecutors say he tricked a Bradenton widower into sending money; the judge ordered jail time and $31K restitution.

Three Pasco County campuses were placed on controlled campus status Wednesday while police investigated an unrelated incident nearby. Officials say the move was precautionary and updates are pending.