Georgelys Natal Vazquez was convicted of cocaine distribution and firearm charges, facing up to 45 years in prison. She was part of a larger drug syndicate; 12 others have pleaded guilty.

The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for several counties around Tampa, with index values over 112 degrees, advising caution against heat-related illnesses.

Tampa activates cooling stations in response to record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures expected to remain in the upper 90s. A Heat Advisory is in effect and residents can find relief from the extreme heat at designated centers.

Pinellas Park celebrates its Citizens Academy graduates, recognizing their six-week course on city operations and encouraging new applicants for the fall session.

Pasco County, Florida announces a Career Fair on August 5 at the Cooperative Extension Office in Dade City, offering various public sector job opportunities.

Manatee County seeks residents for its Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, urging applications before the August 1 deadline to shape local housing policy.

Tampa opens Cooling Centers to provide relief during a heatwave, operating July 28-30 at various times across three locations. Residents can text for heat alerts.

Girl Scouts toured Hillsborough County Sheriff's District 5 office, leaving deputies goodie bags in a mutual exchange deepening understanding of law enforcement roles.

Manatee County, Florida provides multiple ways for citizens to participate in BOCC meetings: in person, online, or via Zoom with specific procedures for speaking.

Charlotte County offers in-person help for users adjusting to the new Paymentus billing system during August at the Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association.

Charlotte County warns of a lane closure on Bermont Road near State Road 31 due to maintenance work from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A man, Tchaly Orphee (27), drowned at a late-night pool party at Fountain Lake Apartments in Bradenton, with investigations indicating the incident was accidental.

A man was injured in a shooting at Woodland Terrace Park in Tampa, with a stray bullet also hitting a nearby home; no others were harmed. Police are investigating the incident, where the shooter and victims may have known each other.