The NWS forecasts typical Florida weather for Tampa with sunshine, isolated showers, thunderstorms, and high humidity, with temperatures reaching up to 98 degrees.

A 9-foot alligator "stalking" dog walkers in Stuart, Florida, was captured and relocated by deputies and a professional trapper, ensuring community safety.

A school bus driver in North Port found ammunition on the bus, leading to a temporary lockdown of the Imagine School campuses until police deemed the area safe.

A Hillsborough County deputy died in a crash on US-301 in Thonotosassa. The road was closed for investigation as the community and law enforcement mourn the loss.

A driver in St. Petersburg, Florida died after a street racer, Charles Williams IV, crashed into him. Williams is charged with vehicular homicide and police seek the second racer.

Anthony Jermaine Hoyte led Florida troopers on a high-speed chase across multiple counties and was arrested facing multiple charges, including fleeing and reckless driving.

Hillsborough County holds town halls to promote a millage tax hike aimed at improving teacher pay and addressing staff shortages before a November vote.

The National Weather Service in Tampa predicts thunderstorms today, a high near 91°F, and a heat index up to 100°F, with clearer skies and cooler evenings ahead.

Health officials report a rise in dengue fever in Pasco County, with two local cases. The PCMCD is increasing mosquito control efforts to mitigate the disease's spread.

US-41 in North Port was shut down for an active shooting investigation. Two persons were hospitalized and the road was later reopened. The incident involved a Wawa store with uncertain details on the cause of injuries.

Maria Montesino was arrested for robbing the Grow Financial Federal Credit Union in Tampa and claiming a man coerced her with a bomb threat. Police found no evidence of an accomplice or bomb.

Two individuals died and another was hospitalized after a crash at a St. Pete intersection involving a car and motorcycle, caused by a failure to yield.

A 13-year-old girl missing from Plant City was found safe in South Florida with a man she met online, who now faces several charges including interference with child custody.