Lane closures on Forrest Nelson Blvd for fiber installation may cause traffic delays; drivers should plan for extra commute time from Dec. 16-18. Contact Basilio Frias at 239-710-2258 for details.

Midway Boulevard in Charlotte County will have intermittent lane closures from Dec. 15-19 for fiber installation, with recommended caution for drivers.

Hillsborough County is combating fires caused by improperly disposed lithium-ion batteries with a new educational campaign on safe disposal practices.

Zachary Ingram of Eagle Lake was arrested for critically injuring a three-month-old baby, facing a first-degree felony charge of aggravated child abuse.

Hillsborough High students join Tampa city staff and Mayor Jane Castor to support the Holiday Food Basket Drive, marking the program's second year of student involvement.

Charlotte County issues a traffic advisory for intermittent lane closures due to underground fiber installation on Midway Boulevard.

Tampa releases an RFP for developers to bid on and transform the city's police headquarters into a community asset, with bids starting at $36 million.

Cochran Boulevard faces intermittent lane closures for utility work on December 11, potentially affecting commutes.

The National Weather Service predicts overcast weather turning partly sunny with a high of 68°F in Tampa. Temperatures will rise throughout the week with mostly sunny skies.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem distributed $10,000 bonus checks to TSA officers at Tampa Airport for their service during a government shutdown.

St. Petersburg residents enjoy the Biz Bingo holiday challenge, supporting local businesses and earning rewards like special magnets, with excitement evident on social media.

Florida's FDOT is lowering speed limits on Howard Frankland Bridge and parts of I-275 during major construction, aiming to improve safety and traffic flow.

Hillsborough County is offering free groceries at three food pantry events in December through a partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay, aiming to combat food insecurity.