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.

Pasco County, Florida, recognizes community servants in the pretrial, probation, and parole supervision system, including Michele of the Misdemeanor Probation Team, during a week-long celebration.

A man from Puerto Rico faces up to 15 years for straw purchasing firearms in Florida, as part of Operation Take Back America targeting illegal immigration and crime.

Guatemalan national Marlon Aguilar-Reyes pleads guilty to participating in a drug trafficking scheme and a murder.

The NWS has issued a Heat Advisory for Tampa Bay, Florida, with heat index values up to 109, warning of potential heat illnesses and advising precautions.

Pinellas County Government celebrates park rangers during Park & Recreation Month for their role in maintaining over 20,000 acres of natural areas and educating the public.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue plans a new Plant City station to replace two old ones, featuring modern facilities and technology for faster response and firefighter health.

Charlotte County advises a portion of Cook Brown Road will be closed for stormwater pipe installation, affecting traffic from July 28-30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Detours will be in place.

The Tampa Police Department is reviewing firearm options due to safety considerations, potentially replacing their Sig Sauer handguns following a strict selection and training process.

Charlotte County officials are introducing Forerunner, an online tool for residents to understand and navigate local flood risks, which will be available from August 1.

The South County Regional Park pool in Punta Gorda reopens on July 25, 2025, with lap swimming at 6:30 a.m. and recreational swimming from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Florida man Lino Mallari Gutierrez receives over 17 years' prison time for his role in a $10.8 million Medicare fraud scheme and is ordered to pay $5.6 million in restitution.