Charlotte County is holding a commission workshop on Aug. 19, 2025, to discuss infrastructure planning, MSBU rate options, and work programs for street and drainage units.

Charlotte County Utilities' customer service phone line is down. Residents are advised to email [email protected] for inquiries as there's no timeline for phone restoration.

Thomas Jewsbury, the Airport Director of St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, is retiring in 2025 after over 30 years of service, having led significant growth and infrastructure development at the airport.

Tampa Bay Lightning's arena is renamed from Amalie Arena to Benchmark International Arena, following a new naming rights partnership with a global M&A firm.

Eight arrested after a fight at Lake Winterset, with the incident caught on video and posted on social media, leading to a significant investigation progress.

Two people died in a mobile home fire in Auburndale reported by Polk County Sheriff's Office, with a golf cart and vehicle also involved; autopsies and a joint investigation are ongoing.

Three men were electrocuted, one fatally, while installing a utility pole in Seminole. The accident, involving Primoris employees, is under OSHA investigation and deemed accidental by authorities.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office seeks help to find Kaylee Stark, a missing 37-year-old woman last seen in Hudson. They urge sharing information for her safe return.

Tampa's weekly forecast includes scattered showers, thunderstorms, and highs in the mid-90s with a heat index up to 106°F. There's a 50% chance of rain and calm winds.

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office starts Sheriff Chad Chronister's Training Academy Class 25-06, preparing recruits with physical and mental challenges for law enforcement duties.

Tampa businessman Brian Davison has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for filing fraudulent tax returns, causing over $6 million in tax loss.

A fourth suspect, D'antrell Davis, was arrested in the murder of Reginald L. Booth in St. Petersburg. Previous arrests include Keshaun Lamb, Larrion Boyd, and Dnerius McCullough.

St. Petersburg celebrates National Black Business Month, hosting events to support local Black entrepreneurs, with Mayor Welch underscoring the city's economic development commitment.