Tampa anticipates traffic disruptions on December 6 due to holiday events like the OnBikes Winter Wonder Ride and the Santa Fest Parade & Tree Lighting, with road closures starting at 6 AM.

Hillsborough County Economic Development organizes "Local Stories Live" event to showcase small retail businesses and discuss retail trends, featuring local entrepreneurs and streaming the event live on Facebook.

Dylan Fogle received a life sentence for first-degree murder after driving his truck into a crowd at a Tampa strip club, resulting in Giovanni Soto's death and others injured.

Polk County Deputy Sheriff Terra McKinnon dies at 45 after a battle with breast cancer, remembered for her service and positive impact on the community.

Aaron Biggs was appointed as the Recreation Services General Manager for Bloomington Parks and Recreation, bringing experience from his previous roles.

Polk County Sheriff's Office Animal Control hosts Pet Fest 2025, offering free pet adoptions, spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping, plus vendors and a visit from Santa.

Charlotte County has a week of key public meetings on local governance, starting Dec. 8 at the Administration Center, with planning, zoning, and infrastructure topics discussed.

Retired Tampa PD K9 Sniper, who served from 2016 to 2020, has passed away. Sniper was a Czech-born patrol and explosives detection dog remembered fondly for his dedicated service.

Tampa's forecast includes sunny skies and mild temps, with a high near 80 degrees and light winds, shifting to a slight chance of showers over the weekend.

Intermittent lane closures on Peachland Boulevard for underground power line installation by Irby Construction from December 8-19 could complicate commutes.

Traffic changes in Charlotte County are expected due to the O'Hara Drive bridge closure from December 8 to January 7 for rehabilitation work by Villa-Fuerte Construction. Drivers should seek alternate routes and allow extra travel time.

The PSTA voted to reinstate the Tampa Bay ferry service with Hubbard's Marina as the operator, buoyed by a $5 million federal grant and additional local funding, with plans for a year-round service and economic growth.

A 65-year-old St. Petersburg man, Lawrence Airdo, was charged with sexually abusing a young girl, following a police investigation initiated by her family's report.