A 13-year-old from Polk County is working towards Eagle Scout by raising funds for a training tool for the PCSO that simulates the impact of being shot.

Mexican national Pedro Antunez-Galarza was sentenced to over four years in prison for illegal reentry into the U.S. after deportation and possession of a firearm and fake IDs.

Tampa Bay Area faces a wet week with high chances of showers and thunderstorms, and temperatures around 90 degrees, says the National Weather Service.

Sarasota integrates Neighbors by Ring to improve emergency communications, particularly for hurricane season, providing real-time updates to residents through the app.

Florida's Hillsborough County officials advocate for hurricane readiness ahead of the 2025 season, stressing the importance of evacuation plans, emergency kits, and staying informed through HCFL Alert.

The City Commission has designated May 17-23 as National Safe Boating Week, urging the use of life jackets and engine cutoff switches to prevent boating accidents.

Juliana Rivera joins Polk County Sheriff's Office as Public Information Officer, tasked with enhancing communication with the community leveraging her background and bilingual skills.

A Mexican national received over a year in federal prison for illegal reentry into the U.S. after his guilty plea, following multiple past deportations.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for allegedly running a human trafficking ring, rescuing two victims and finding drugs at his home.

Three missing teenagers, Allee Curoe, Chloe Harvey, and Isabel Meritt, were found safe according to Pasco Sheriff's Office. Details of their recovery were not disclosed.

Noe Alegria received a 15-year prison sentence for intent to distribute cocaine and illegal firearm possession following a guilty plea and a sting operation.

Sidewalk repairs are causing lane closures on Loveland Boulevard between Agar Avenue and Altman Avenue from May 7 to 9, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Detours are provided.

A fire in Tampa displaced three families after starting at a mechanic shop and scrapyard. Firefighters controlled it in 90 minutes; no injuries reported. The Red Cross is aiding the displaced.