2 HCSO deputies shot in Ruskin shooting; suspect dead
Two Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies were shot after a suspect, allegedly involved in a hostage situation, opened fire on them on West Shell Point Road in Ruskin.
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UPDATE: Tropical Depression 2 strengthens into Tropical Storm Bertha
Tropical Depression 2 has strengthened into Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf, prompting a Tropical Storm Watch for parts of the Florida Panhandle as NHC warn of heavy rain and possible flash flooding along the Gulf Coast through Friday.
Operation Hall of Fame results in largest Pinellas drug seizure in 40 years
Operation Hall of Fame exposed an alleged drug trafficking network that transported cocaine from El Paso, Texas, to Pinellas County, resulting in nine arrests and the seizure of 132 pounds of cocaine.
Operation Southern Slow Down returns to Florida through July 18
Law enforcement agencies across five Southeastern states are stepping up speed enforcement through July 18 as part of Operation Southern Slow Down, an annual campaign aimed at reducing speeding-related crashes and saving lives.
Three arrested after pointing BB guns at HCSO helicopter in Lutz
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested three people after authorities said they pointed BB guns, initially believed to be rifles, at an HCSO helicopter during a prowler investigation in Lutz.
UPDATE: TPD arrests suspect in fatal Father's Day shooting in West Tampa
The Tampa Police Department, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force, arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal Father's Day shooting that left a 29-year-old man dead in West Tampa.
HCSO reports 37 DUI arrests during Fourth of July operation
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office reported 37 DUI arrests and more than 260 traffic stops during a Fourth of July weekend, during their DUI Enforcement Operation.
St. Petersburg selects developers for Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment plan
St. Petersburg officials have selected development teams to lead the long-awaited redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District
Tampa officials share Fourth of July safety tips ahead of Liberty by the Bay
Tampa officials are urging residents to celebrate safely during Saturday's Liberty by the Bay festivities, with free transportation, cooling stations, increased law enforcement and fireworks safety reminders as thousands are expected downtown.
Pinellas County task force investigates fatal St. Petersburg officer-involved shooting
The Pinellas County Use of Deadly Force Investigative Task Force is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in St. Petersburg after police responded to a call about a suicidal subject armed with a knife.
UPDATE: NHC monitoring Atlantic disturbance with low chance of tropical development
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a disturbance off the Southeast coast with a 10% chance of tropical cyclone formation over the next seven days.
HCSO arrests teen accused of holding victim against her will, assaulting her with firearm
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 17-year-old suspect accused of holding a victim against her will, assaulting her and threatening her with a firearm during an alleged domestic violence incident in Brandon.
Tampa Bay water restrictions extended as drought conditions continue
Tampa Bay water restrictions have been extended as drought conditions continue to impact the region’s water supply.
TPD searching for suspect after Father’s Day shooting, says no officers were involved
Tampa Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect after a shooting in West Tampa left a 29-year-old man dead on Father’s Day. Police said no officers were involved in the shooting despite online rumors.
3-year-old found unresponsive inside vehicle in Riverview, HCSO investigating
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old child who was found unresponsive inside a parked vehicle at a Riverview home.
HCSO deputy involved in fatal pedestrian crash
A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy is on administrative duty after a crash involving a pedestrian who later died from his injuries. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
Tampa Police officer arrested, relieved of duty after investigation involving minor
A Tampa Police officer has been arrested and relieved of duty following an investigation into alleged unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
Tampa Sports Authority responds to request to cancel Kanye West concerts
The Tampa Sports Authority is facing calls from Florida leaders to cancel two upcoming Kanye West concerts at Raymond James Stadium as a debate continues over antisemitism, public venues and free speech.