A Cocoa man faces federal charges for his role in an armed robbery in Tampa where an employee was shot, with potential sentences ranging from 10 years to life.

Guatemalan man sentenced to 14 years in U.S. prison for gun trafficking and possessing firearms as an illegal alien, involving over 1,000 trafficked firearms.

A woman and a dog were killed by an SUV on Dale Mabry Highway; the woman had stopped to help the dog after her birthday dinner. The driver, a 69-year-old man, was involved in the crash under investigation.

The 10th annual Military Agriculture Tour in Hillsborough County highlights agricultural career opportunities for veterans, blending military skills with farming innovation.

Tampa partners with Suncoast Credit Union and local groups to replace trees lost to hurricanes, aiming for a more resilient canopy with a variety of durable species.

Balin Simmons was arrested in Hillsborough County for allegedly causing severe injuries to his three-month-old child, facing seven counts of aggravated child abuse.

Rico Gardner was arrested in Hillsborough County for alleged human trafficking and prostitution, with one victim rescued and detailed investigations revealing Gardner's coercive exploitation practices.

Hillsborough County's Pet Resource Center is hosting a Kitten Baby Shower on April 5 to support the seasonal influx of kittens and promote Foster Awareness Month.

Section of Tidewater Trail in Progress Village is closed for stormwater repairs until April 9, with detours set up.

Hillsborough County has opened applications for the 2026 Community Arts Impact Grant, offering up to $5,000 for arts projects aiding underserved communities.

The Internal Audit Department of Tampa released Audit 25-08, assessing the city's Water Credit, Collections, and Call Center Operations for better transparency and service improvement.

The Tampa Parks & Recreation Department is hosting the 43rd Annual Senior Day at Macfarlane Park on March 14, offering activities and resources for seniors.

Tampa police arrested a 15-year-old student, Anabella Fuentes, at Middleton High School for carrying a loaded gun on campus after a peer's tip-off led to an administrative search.