Tropical Storm Debby damaged the historic brickwork on W. Prescott Street in South Tampa, leading to road closure and an emergency restoration affidavit by the City of Tampa’s Mobility team. Repair costs are pending.

Sarasota's city offices extend closure through Tuesday, affecting non-essential services; garbage collection delayed by a day. City Commission meets Thursday.

Three parks in Pinellas County—Fort De Soto Park, Fred Howard Park, and Sand Key Park—are reopening on August 6th for normal hours, as announced by local officials.

Authorities have begun a controlled water release from Lake Manatee to prevent overflow after heavy rainfall, with safety measures and relocations in place.

A 13-year-old was killed in Levy County when a tree fell on their mobile home during Hurricane Debby. The incident highlighted the storm's destructive power.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office received recognition from MADD for its deputies' efforts to combat impaired driving, with awards highlighting individual and unit achievements in DUI enforcement.

Firefighters in Hernando County, FL, battled a strip mall blaze amid Hurricane Debby's strong winds and heavy rainfall, resulting in a total loss of the building.

A Largo man was arrested after assaulting his father and threatening police with a machete, leading to a standoff where he attempted to fill his home with propane gas before surrendering.

Julie Ann Sulpizio was arrested in Florida for the premeditated first-degree murder of Deputy Bradley Michael Link and injuring two other officers during what the police described as an ambush.

A man was arrested for robbing a Tampa bank using a threatening note; police used surveillance and witness statements to locate him in St. Lucie County. No injuries occurred during the incident.

Tampa faces various weather alerts including thunderstorms and high humidity. Despite the cancelled coastal flood advisory, high surf and rip current risks persist. Flooding continues along Florida rivers, and residents are advised to be cautious.

Florida athletes, including swimmer Caleb Dressel, are making significant contributions to the medal tally at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with notable standings in the men's relay swimming events.

Deputies in Hernando County returned fire after being shot at while serving warrants, wounding one suspect. The FDLE is investigating the incident involving firearm sales.