Tampa Enhances Marine Safety with State-of-the-Art 'Black Eagle' Fireboat at Port Tampa Bay
Tampa Fire Rescue unveiled a new 38-foot fireboat, the Black Eagle, to enhance firefighting and emergency response in Tampa Bay, equipped with advanced tools, safety features, and HAZMAT capabilities.
Tampa Police Department Shines Light on Essential Work of Crime and Intelligence Analysts on National Appreciation Day
The Tampa Police Department celebrated #NationalCrimeandIntelligenceAnalystAppreciationDay, acknowledging the pivotal role of analysts in crime trend analysis and public safety.
Gulfport Police Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run and Find Suspect Vehicle Near Liquor Store
A woman riding her bike was struck and killed in a hit-and-run Saturday night in Gulfport near Tangerine Avenue and 49th Street South. Police say the suspect fled the scene, leading to a mile-long investigation area. A damaged vehicle was later found near a liquor store, and 22-year-old Xavier Omar Rigby was arrested around 4 a.m. on multiple charges, including DUI manslaughter. The victim’s identity has not been released.
Pinellas County Adopts Final FY 2026 Budget with Reduced Millage Rate Despite Hurricane-Induced Revenue Losses
The Pinellas County Board of Commissioners adopted the final FY 2026 Budget, featuring a reduced millage rate and $4.8 billion total budget, despite lower property values from recent hurricanes.
Explore Florida's Past: Hillsborough County's 11th Annual Family Heritage Festival Focuses on Historic Cemeteries and Death Records
The 11th Annual Family Heritage Festival in Hillsborough County will include events on historic cemeteries and death records at the John F. Germany Public Library.












