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.

Hillsborough County is planning a new fire station in Plant City with modern facilities, health-focused features, and improved response systems to replace two outdated stations.

A heat advisory for west central Florida including Tampa warns of heat index values up to 112, with recommendations to stay hydrated, indoors, and check vulnerable populations.

A lightning strike caused a fire at a Clearwater mobile home, but no injuries were reported, thanks to the evacuation of residents and the response of the Clearwater Fire & Rescue.

WWE superstar Titus O'Neil hosted the 8th annual Back-to-School Bash at Raymond James Stadium, distributing over 15,000 backpacks and offering health services.

The NWS issued a heat advisory for West Central Florida with heat index values up to 111 degrees, advising precautions against heat-related illnesses.

Florida's West Coast will host the Premier SuperCopa and SuperCopa+ youth soccer championships in 2026, 2028, and 2030 at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch.

Manatee County invites local citizens to join its Metropolitan Planning Organization's Citizen Advisory Committee for input on regional transportation planning.

Manatee County officials and local animal groups rescued over 200 cats from one property. The cats, mostly healthy, were spayed/neutered and distributed to shelters. The homeowner, overwhelmed but well-meaning, cooperated in the rescue.

Clearwater Police Department prepares for an active assailant training on July 30 at local schools to enhance emergency response capabilities, with expected road closures.