Operation Summer's End led to 297 stops over Labor Day, aiming to reduce impaired driving in Hillsborough County, supported by multiple law enforcement agencies.

Governor Ron DeSantis is slated to discuss education matters at Daytona State College, joined by top officials.

Florida's DEP has withdrawn proposals for park enhancements after public outcry and Governor DeSantis's directive, focusing instead on local discussions for future improvements.

Florida receives a $13.8 million federal grant to enhance Affordable Care Act support, according to U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, benefitting USF's health coverage enrollment efforts.

Hillsborough County extends one-day-a-week water restrictions to end of year due to reservoir deficits, affecting various water sources but exempting reclaimed water users outside 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. schedule.

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.

The Hillsborough County Commissioners praised the University of Tampa Spartans for winning the 2024 NCAA Division II Baseball Championship and approved measures for environmental conservation and funding for stormwater and waste management.

David Vincent ousted incumbent Citrus County Sheriff Mike Prendergast in a decisive primary victory, securing 63% of the vote.

An appellate court upheld the decision allowing voters to decide on a tax increase for teacher pay raises in Hillsborough County, despite county commissioners' earlier attempt to delay it.

The polls have opened in Tampa Bay for the Florida 2024 primary elections, with voting locations operating from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and voters requiring valid photo ID.

St. Petersburg opens Whispering Pines Apartments, a new affordable housing complex aimed at helping the formerly homeless and those with special needs.

Manatee County, FL will enforce new school zone speed limits from August 12, with warnings for the first 30 days and fines thereafter. The initiative follows HB 657, which allows speed cameras in school zones for student safety.

Tampa city officials commemorated National Purple Heart Day with a ceremony honoring wounded or fallen veterans, attended by Mayor Jane Castor and other dignitaries.