The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay issued a Cold Weather Advisory due to very cold wind chills and a Rip Current Statement signaling a high risk for dangerous currents along the coast.

A Honduran national was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for his role in a $14 million fraud scheme against the IRS and a workers’ compensation insurance company.

West Tampa residents participated in a Community Advisory Committee meeting to discuss neighborhood redevelopment, with their input potentially shaping future policies.

Matthew Aaron Cuesta was arrested for reckless driving at 80 mph in a 45 mph zone in Hernando County with an improperly restrained toddler in the car.

Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco is set to discuss a recent human trafficking arrest at a briefing, amid attention on a deputy-involved fatal shooting of Matthew Phillips.

Pirates are set to carry out a playful parade in downtown Tampa, demanding a meeting with Mayor Jane Castor. It's part of the 2024 Gasparilla Pirate Fest traditions.

Florida authorities exposed a major marijuana grow-house in Hardee County, where 194 plants and 100 pounds of shake were seized, with one suspect facing charges.

Fatal shooting in Tarpon Springs leaves one dead; suspects at large. Police investigate and ask for public's help.

A 26-year-old woman died after her vehicle struck an abandoned car on I-275. Her Kia flipped over; the reasons for the crash are under FHP investigation.

Tampa faces a wet and cool week with rain and temperatures peaking at 56 degrees. Rain chance tonight is at 100%, with possible strong gusts. Weather should improve by the weekend with sunny conditions and highs reaching 74 degrees by Monday.

Hernando County firefighters rescued three cats from a Spring Hill house fire, preventing the blaze from spreading beyond the garage where it started, with the cause under investigation.

Ian Gasperson was arrested by the HCSO for multiple Tampa Bay area armed robberies, after detectives identified a rental car he used linked to the crimes. Evidence in the car supported the charges against him.

Bonnie Wise extended Hillsborough County's state of local emergency due to Hurricane Helene, continuing their response efforts and seeking federal funding.