Scott Trebatoski received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Florida Animal Protection and Advocacy Association, honored at the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners ceremony.

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.

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.

Hillsborough County extended its local state of emergency due to Hurricane Milton; County Administrator Bonnie Wise acted to facilitate ongoing recovery and resource mobilization.

A major power outage affected about 6,000 customers in downtown St. Petersburg; Duke Energy worked overnight to restore service. The cause remains unknown.

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is citing financial hardship caused by hurricanes and low attendance for furloughing staff and cutting leadership salaries.

Prescribed Fire Fest combines education and fun activities to showcase how fire is used in land conservation on January 25 at Edward Medard Conservation Park.

Hillsborough County designated January 2025 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month and discussed infrastructure growth, stormwater system improvements, and plans for Bethune Park.

The Charlotte County Commission invites residents to a workshop on January 21, 2025, to discuss local matters including the Bachmann tract, highlighting public engagement in local governance.

Tampa Police will honor Officer Norris Epps, Jr. on the 30th anniversary of his death with a ceremony at the Monument to Fallen Officers on January 16, 2025.

Charlotte County court clerk offices will be closed on January 20 to honor MLK Jr. Day, yet online services at CharlotteClerk.com will remain available.

Tampa's Department of Solid Waste continues the Bead-Free Bay campaign by providing bead collection sites to recycle Mardi Gras beads and reduce pollution in the bay.

Hillsborough County solid waste facilities resume normal hours after storm debris management, requiring resident IDs and tax bills for waste drop-off.