Mayor Ken Welch reverses a decision on wastewater facility expansion, opting to continue the development of the St. Petersburg Science Center after city council and public outcry.

A pit bull named Sparta was thrown from a balcony for intervening in an aggressive encounter between a man and a teenager in Florida. The suspect faces multiple charges.

The forecast for Tampa indicates alternating sunny conditions and storms, with a 60% chance of showers today and breezy weather. Evening storms will clear, leading to a mostly sunny weekend with occasional showers and thunderstorms.

Hillsborough County warns of the public health risks posed by mosquitoes, like Aedes aegypti and Culex quinquefasciatus, which can spread dengue, zika, and West Nile virus.

Hillsborough County neighborhoods receive awards for their resilience and community efforts after Hurricane Milton, with finalists for the 2025 Neighborhood of the Year Award announced.

Harvest Hope Park in Tampa to unveil new upgrades this Thursday, including artificial turf, a pavilion, and improved irrigation, funded in part by Hillsborough County.

Bradenton Police identified Thania Fuenmayor as the homicide victim from Oneco, with her family in Venezuela notified. An investigation is underway; no suspects or further details have been released.

Hillsborough County offers online classes on cancer prevention and diabetes management, including cooking tips and meal planning, as part of their health-focused holiday season initiative.

Tampa is starting a $6.9 million stormwater improvement project on South Manhattan Avenue, including drainage upgrades and installation of new inlets, funded by multiple sources including federal and state contributions.

Tampa prepares for a busy Saturday with multiple events including a concert, soccer game, and festivals, causing traffic alerts and parking challenges.

The Tampa Convention Center won the Stella Award for Best Convention Center in the Southeast for the third year.

Authorities plan a prescribed burn at Starkey Wilderness Preserve to reduce fire hazards and improve ecosystem health, as announced by Pasco County Fire Rescue on Facebook.

Three teenagers were arrested for a series of car burglaries in Winter Haven, Florida, involving theft of items including a firearm from unlocked vehicles.