The Florida State Thespian Festival returns to the Tampa Convention Center, causing increased traffic from March 19-21, with officials advising drivers to plan for delays.

Florida authorities have issued a Silver Alert for missing 82-year-old Leonard Gilman with Alzheimer's, last seen driving a white Honda Pilot with tag ETMB41.

Tampa prepares for its 35th Paint Your Heart Out event, celebrating volunteerism and community support for lower-income senior homeowners with a flag-raising at Old City Hall.

A body found in Weedon Island Preserve might be that of missing teenager Allister Nasr. His bicycle was located earlier; officials are working to identify the remains and cause of death.

Severe weather on the East Coast led to over 100 flight cancellations and nearly 400 delays at Tampa International Airport, affecting spring break travel.

Hillsborough County Extension Service offers April workshops on tree care, soil health, water-efficient landscaping, and cow nutrition, with free and paid registration required for virtual and in-person events.

A shooting in Holiday's Roxbury Dr. area resulted in a death and the suspect fled. The Pasco Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident and seeking the public's help.

James Tubbs, missing since March 15, was found safe. The Pasco Sheriff's thanked the community for aiding in his search. Details of his return were not disclosed.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for Wieslaw Lech, missing since March 14, last seen in Trinity, described as 6' tall, 200 pounds, with brown hair and eyes.

Tampa is on track to reopen five Parks and Recreation facilities by the end of May as recovery continues from last year's hurricanes, with repair costs estimated at $8.4 million.

A woman was fatally struck by six vehicles while crossing Dale Mabry Highway north of Sunlake Blvd, beginning with an 83-year-old's Lexus SUV. The drivers cooperated with the investigation; no charges are suggested yet.

The National Weather Service in Tampa has issued a high rip current risk warning through Tuesday for coastal counties, advising caution as dangerous currents could affect swimmers.

A Precautionary Boil Water Notice was issued for 60 South Lakeland homes after a water main break. Residents must boil water due to potential contamination.