A teacher at Explorer K-8 in Spring Hill was arrested for DUI after crashing his vehicle into the school fence; he was previously arrested for DUI in 2014.

Charlotte County honored first responders at their annual Public Safety Appreciation & Recognition Banquet, awarding medals for bravery and various service distinctions.

River Ridge schools in Pasco County faced a potential threat that led to a controlled campus status, but no weapon was found after an investigation by the Pasco Sheriff's Office.

OnlyFans creator Kylie Leia Perez is indicted for tax evasion, facing charges for falsely filing tax returns and failing to pay $1.6 million in taxes.

Tampa Police are investigating a fatal shooting at Silver Oaks Apartments on Kenneth Ct that left one man dead; another was detained. The incident is believed to be a domestic dispute.

A heat advisory including Tampa and St. Petersburg was issued by the National Weather Service, warning of temperatures up to 109 degrees due to high humidity.

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office requests public help to locate Mailin Gonzalez Hernandez, wanted for violating her drug court program and a burglary charge.

The Punta Gorda Charlotte Library hosts Pet Safety Day on August 23, with tips on pet care, crafting activities, and a makerspace for pet-related DIY projects.

Clearwater faces road closures for utility and construction projects, with detours around 1241 Fruitland Ave. and impacts on Gulf to Bay and Dr. MLK Jr. Ave. Areas near N Osceola Ave and Island Way will also experience traffic disruptions.

The Hillsborough Pet Resource Center celebrated saving 150,000 pets since 2012, with a live-release rate now over 90%, despite challenges with capacity and resources.

A second arrest has been made in connection to a 2023 fatal shooting in Tampa's Del Rio Apartments, with 24-year-old Jaylen Whittaker facing first-degree murder charges.

A Hernando County teacher, Philip Scire, was charged with DUI after crashing his car into a school fence at Explorer K-8. He had previously faced DUI charges in 2014.

Charlotte County is converting the intersection at Sunnybrook and Spinnaker Boulevards into a four-way stop to improve traffic flow, warning of potential delays and urging driver caution.