Colombian national Cristian Javier Vente Ocoro pleads guilty to charges of conspiring to smuggle cocaine into the U.S., facing potential life imprisonment.

A man was arrested for fatally shooting Shirley St. Pearre in Valrico, initially reported as an accident. He's charged with Manslaughter with a Weapon.

Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center and Hillsborough Community College have partnered to give vet tech students practical shelter medicine experience.

Charlotte County Commission invites residents to volunteer for local advisory committees, aiming to impact governance in areas like fire services and infrastructure.

There will be a temporary lane closure on Piper Road between Cheney Road and Airport Road on April 8th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., affecting southbound traffic.

Missing teenager Saige Vazquez from Hudson has been found safe. The Pasco Sheriff's Office confirmed the successful conclusion of the search without disclosing details.

A woman in Valrico died from a "possible accidental injury" at a residence on Amber Ridge Lane, with an ongoing investigation by the HCSO to determine the circumstances.

A teen was hospitalized after being hit by a car on Cass Street Bridge in Tampa; authorities are investigating but have ruled out speeding and impairment.

Tampa is expected to have a streak of sunny days with high temperatures in the lower 90s, clear nights, and gentle southeastern winds, before a potential shift to showers and thunderstorms starting Monday.

Charlotte County has scheduled meetings for local governance, including a County Commission meeting, Board of Zoning Appeals, Stormwater Advisory Board, and Marine Advisory Committee.

Harbour Heights Park shuffleboard courts are closed for maintenance, with no reopen date set. Players are directed to alternative courts at Higgs Park.

Larry Taylor Kiwanis Park will get new fitness equipment on its east path from April 7-11, 2025. Park remains open, but visitors should avoid work areas.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are exploring renovations for Raymond James Stadium, including shared parking with the Rays and a pedestrian bridge, as reported by multiple news outlets.