Former political candidate William Braddock received a three-year prison sentence for threatening to harm a rival in Florida's 13th Congressional District race.

Hillsborough County promotes pool safety through Safe Pools Day Tampa Bay, with officials checking pool compliance and addressing the high risk of drowning, especially for children, as summer and hurricane season approach.

Kenna Hubai honored as Charlotte County's "40 Under 40"; recognized for her impact in economic development, cemetery management, and community service as a public works manager and veteran.

The National Weather Service predicts partly sunny days, afternoon showers, and thunderstorms in Tampa, with high temperatures and heat indices throughout the week.

A violent dispute at a Lakeland convenience store left one dead and one injured; 19-year-old Cornelius Gilmore Jr. faces second-degree murder charges.

A suspect was arrested for a shooting in Ruskin that injured three juveniles, with Sheriff Chronister highlighting the quick and effective response of law enforcement.

Sarasota introduces a gateless parking system using license plate cameras for efficient entry and exit, with payment options of coins, cards, and apps; non-payment within 15 minutes incurs a citation.

The City of Sarasota's Fleet Services earned the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence, recognizing their high standard of vehicle maintenance for the city's 850-strong fleet.

Dave Bullock was appointed Interim City Manager of Sarasota, set to start May 27, after Doug Jeffcoat’s short tenure. Bullock has extensive administrative experience in the local government.

22-year-old Curtez Frazier was arrested in Tampa for a May stabbing, facing an attempted murder charge; details on the victim's condition remain undisclosed.

Five men from Miami face charges including Second Degree Felony Murder following a hit-and-run that killed a young man during their alleged theft of catalytic converters.

St. Petersburg's Mayor Welch, with Thrive by Five Pinellas, is set to launch the Early Learning Guide at the West Branch Community Library for children's educational support.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for 44-year-old Justin Frank who went missing on May 17 in Hudson. He may be on a gray 2022 Indian Motorcycle. The public is urged to provide any information.