Hillsborough County is accepting nominations for the Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards (YEA! Awards) to honor local youths for leadership, overcoming adversity, and community service.

Tampa installs its first Eco-Counter to track pedestrian and cyclist traffic, aiming to encourage sustainable transport and inform city planning for greener infrastructure.

Hillsborough County is seeking residents to volunteer for the HART Board; applicants must be registered voters in the county and complete the required forms by September 20, 2024.

Red Lobster plans to close 23 more locations by the end of August amid financial struggles, following earlier closures and a 30% drop in guests since 2019.

Tampa's forecast includes sun and storms with high humidity and chances of scattered showers and thunderstorms; residents are advised to stay hydrated and carry umbrellas.

A Hillsborough fire lieutenant and his wife were arrested for sexually abusing a minor, with the Sheriff condemning their actions as a betrayal of trust.

A Plant City man is indicted for making threats against a high school on social media, facing up to 5 years in prison.

A repeat offender was arrested for a barcode swapping scam at Lowe's, defrauding over $4,500, as reported by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Florida's Lake Mary wins the Little League World Series 2-1 against Taiwan in extra innings, with key plays leading to their victory in a tense championship game.

There's a contentious debate over Florida's Honeymoon Island State Park, as plans to build pickleball courts and other developments have sparked protests advocating for the park's natural preservation.

Bradenton Police are asking for public help in finding the driver responsible for a hit-and-run that killed a 36-year-old cyclist on 14th Street West.

Bradenton Police investigate a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 36-year-old cyclist on Saturday night; driver is sought, with no witnesses or vehicle info yet.

Two women in Tampa were involved in an aggravated assault over a dog adoption, where a firearm was drawn. No injuries were reported, and the police are investigating.