City council approvals this month clear the way for Villa del Sol, a mixed‑use project that would convert the former Community Hospital site into hundreds of homes. The move included right‑of‑way vacations and a land swap with conditions.

Unserialized "ghost guns" are making crimes harder to solve in Florida — ATF data and a recent Central Florida prosecution reveal a widening problem.

Hot, humid days with late‑afternoon storms this week. Highs near 93°F and spotty rain that’s unlikely to ease the drought.

Edgewood Properties’ leasing plan adds Fresh Kitchen, U‑Yee Sushi & Grill and Pure Green Juice Bar to the Marketplace at Heritage Harbour, expanding the plaza’s food lineup. No opening dates were listed in developer materials.

Cardinal Point's plan would replace the Ramada near Tampa International with 398 apartments, ground‑floor retail and a large parking garage.

A wrong-way pickup on I-75 early Sunday killed a 21-year-old woman and injured a mother and two children near the Charlotte‑Lee county line, authorities said. A Sarasota man was arrested.

FDOT has programmed $100 million toward widening and safety upgrades on Lithia Pinecrest Road after local advocacy from Commissioner Christine Miller. The funding advances design and phased work on a long‑debated corridor rebuild.

Hillsborough deputies arrested a Wimauma man after finding him passed out with his 5-year-old in the backseat and a gun in plain view.

Hot and humid Sunday in Tampa with highs near 94°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m.; brief heavy rain and gusty winds possible.

Fellas Vinoir, a European-style café and wine bar, is planning to open at 344 Corey Ave on Corey Avenue, promising breakfast by day and a wine-forward evening menu.

Deputy Andres “Andy” Lahera’s name was added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial during National Police Week as his family watched. His case helped spur a Florida law expanding benefits for catastrophically injured officers.

Pinellas County warns of king-tide flooding this weekend; officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roads and protect vehicles from saltwater damage.

Deputies in Zolfo Springs seized a 42‑foot Keystone RV, suspected meth and firearms during a search; a woman was arrested and faces trafficking and related charges.