Crashes and a truck fire on Tampa's Howard Frankland Bridge caused significant traffic delays, with officials advising commuters to expect extended travel times.

A boy, 10, in Clearwater suffered second-degree burns after starting a fire with a hot plate and was flown to a hospital. Firefighters contained the blaze to one room, and officials are investigating the incident.

Charlotte County announced a road closure at Dorchester Street and Iliade Avenue due to stormwater pipe replacement from October 13-16 with daily disruptions.

Following Spencer Shrader’s torn ACL and MCL, the Colts have signed veteran kicker Michael Badgley. The move reunites Badgley with Indianapolis as the team looks to stabilize its kicking unit.

Charlotte County's sport courts are closing for resurfacing from October 9-31, 2025, at Bissett Park and William R. Gaines Jr. Veterans Memorial Park.

Port Charlotte residents can influence affordable housing plans at an Advisory Committee meeting on October 15, 2025, to discuss program updates and funding at the Family Services Center.

Hillsborough County residents still face challenges a year after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, dealing with displacement and infrastructure issues. The Ruskin Methodist Church serves as a symbol of community resilience.

The New Tampa Performing Arts Center's season began with over 3,000 attendees at its Arts Festival, featuring a variety of performances and interactive activities.

A Florida couple is accused of abandoning a teenage boy with a bag of guns and cash on the side of I-75, facing charges of child neglect and illegal firearms possession.

Charlotte County's Midway Bridge will have lane closures for rehabilitation from Oct. 13 to Feb. 10, weekdays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drivers should expect delays and plan accordingly.

Pellam Boulevard will have intermittent lane closures between Barbara and Timothy Avenues from Oct 13-15 for underground fiber installation by Irby Construction.

The NWS Tampa forecast predicts sunny skies, high near 90°F today, and a chance of showers tonight. The weekend looks mostly clear with highs in the mid-80s.

Charlotte County Human Services is accepting applications for utility assistance for low-income households, funded by a federal grant of $471,182, until June 30, 2026, or until funds are depleted.