The National Weather Service in Tampa has issued a high rip current risk warning for several Florida coast counties with dangerous conditions from Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.

The Tampa Police Department introduces the 2025 TPD C.A.R.E.S. grant program to support local initiatives that enhance community safety and teamwork, offering $45,000 in funding.

The Hillsborough County Charter Review Board is evaluating potential amendments to the county governance, with proposals that may appear on the election ballot if approved by a two-thirds majority.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office shared a report on local law enforcement and judicial activities, including domestic battery arrests and a minor cited for THC possession.

A road blockage delayed traffic in Hernando County, with eastbound Spring Hill Drive at Pinehurst Drive affected. The sheriff's office advised alternate routes and posted real-time traffic updates online.

Traffic stop in Hernando County led to Troy Schuerger's arrest for possession of drugs and driving without a license after failing to stop at a red light.

George Labar was arrested after a shooting outside Capone's bar in Hernando County and a subsequent car chase involving the sheriff's offices of Hernando and Pasco counties. No one was injured in the shooting. Labar faces multiple charges.

Hernando County residents can meet with local law enforcement at a "Coffee with a Cop" event on March 5 at the Spring Hill Target, fostering community engagement and dialogue.

Bestselling author Jamie Ford is scheduled for an event at Hillsborough County Public Library on March 11, promoting his novel and the importance of historical fiction.

The National Weather Service forecasts varied weather for Tampa, with sunny skies and potential thunderstorms over the coming days, including fluctuating temperatures and chances of rain.

Lakeland voted to stop fluoridating its water supply after Florida’s Surgeon General criticized the practice. The Florida Dental Association defends fluoridation as beneficial for dental health.

A severe accident on SR-54 near Lutz resulted in one death and serious injuries to another person after a head-on collision involving an Infiniti and a Tesla.

Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative celebrates Women's History Month with free events, including book clubs, film screenings, and a genealogy course.