Former St. Petersburg Mayor David J. Fischer has passed away at 92; remembered for his efforts in city development, handling civil unrest, and environmental initiatives.

Tampa's forecast promises pleasant weather, with sunny skies and mid-80s temperatures, light northeast winds, and a slight chance of showers early next week.

Dunedin approves a $156 million budget for FY 2026, maintaining its millage rate at 4.1345 for the 10th year, funding various city services and capital improvements, including infrastructure projects.

A mural by Leah Tinsley, celebrating Tampa's first responders, was unveiled with pride by Tampa Fire Rescue, supported by the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation and the Tampa Foundation.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in locating Calvin Young, who has multiple charges and failed to appear in court.

Polk County Fire Rescue marks 20 years of its Proactive Diversity Recruitment and Training Program, helping economically disadvantaged residents pursue public safety careers with free training and wages.

Tampa's Old City Hall raises the Down Syndrome Awareness flag to show solidarity and advocate for individuals with Down Syndrome during October, the awareness month.

Tampa officials and partners began developing the Residences at East End, a project adding nearly 200 affordable housing units in East Tampa for families earning 22-80% of area median income.

The FDLE issued a Missing Child Alert for 17-year-old Gisselle Diaz-Maldonado from Bradenton, last seen on October 16. She may be in a black Honda with a man, possibly headed to Oakland Park.

St. Petersburg is seeking redevelopment proposals for the Historic Gas Plant District after a deal with the Tampa Bay Rays collapsed, considering a variety of projects, including senior affordable housing.

The weather in Tampa is forecasted to be sunny with highs in the mid-80s by the NWS, with a consistent pattern of clear days and mild nights expected ahead.

Manatee County Government reminds drivers that vehicles turning right on red must yield to U-turning vehicles with a green light, urging road safety and vigilance.

A Hillsborough County traffic stop led to a significant drug seizure by deputies from Andre Brown, an 11-time felon, including cocaine, MDMA, Oxycodone, and cannabis.