Tampa is creating new dog parks at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, part of an improvement plan including Tampa Museum of Art renovation and Riverwalk enhancements, with separate areas for different sized dogs.

Sarasota County offers free access to self-service sandbag stations to help residents prepare for the 2025 hurricane season and mitigate storm damage.

Two suspects are detained after a Nokomis shooting; the event is considered isolated with ongoing investigations, and the third suspect's status remains undisclosed.

Tampa's forecast includes sun and storms with highs in the mid-90s, heat index reaching 102, and a 60% chance of rain, mainly after 4pm. This pattern is expected throughout the week.

The body of Giovanni Pelletier, an 18-year-old who vanished in Florida, was found in a retention pond after a search by family and officials. An autopsy is pending to determine the cause of death.

HCFR quickly extinguished a townhouse garage fire in Tampa, rescued an unresponsive dog, and prevented further damage. No human injuries were reported; the fire cause is under investigation.

Tampa's weather forecast predicts high heat, humidity, and frequent thunderstorms, with temperatures and heat indexes reaching potentially over 100 degrees and a mix of sun and daily showers or storms.

Hillsborough County's STEP program graduates 26 individuals with dual firefighting and EMT certification, with free tuition and wages funded by a community grant.

Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers free resources like tutoring, language learning, and digital content for students with a library card.

Tampa's forecast includes high humidity with daily afternoon thunderstorms and showers, and temperatures up to 96 degrees.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue celebrated the graduation of new paramedics from the HCC Paramedic Program, recognizing their dedication and readiness to serve the Tampa Bay community.

The Largo Police Department has trained crossing guards for the new school year to ensure student safety, reminding drivers to slow down in school zones.

A traffic stop by the Hillsborough County Sheriff led to a cocaine seizure after a suspect, Antwan Wesley, discarded a package containing drugs. Wesley, with a significant criminal history, now faces multiple felony charges.