Hillsborough County Announces July 4 Closings

Hillsborough County offices and most facilities will be closed Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Confederate Statue Gets New Home In Brandon Family Cemetery

With little fanfare, the county relocated the controversial Tampa Confederate monument to the Brandon Family Cemetery.

Cold Weather Prompts Hillsborough To Open Shelters

Hillsborough County cold weather shelters will open tonight for the homeless and for those who live in homes without heat.

Brandon Library Closing To Battle Barrage Of Bed Bugs

The Brandon Regional Library is closed until Friday so the facility can be treated for bed bugs.

Free Smoke Alarms To Be Distributed Feb. 1

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and the Red Cross are joining forces to provide smoke alarms to needy residents.

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Hillsborough County Announces Holiday Closings

Most Hillsborough County offices and many public facilities will be closed or have adjusted schedules during the holidays.

Hillsborough County Announces Holiday Closings

All conservation parks will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will be open Friday

Florida Democratic Party Chairman Resigns Over Demeaning Behavior

Stephen Bittel, the Florida Democratic Party chairman, resigned after anonymous allegations of sexually inappropriate behavior.

Hillsborough County Labor Day Closings

Find out what Hillsborough County offices and programs are closing for the Labor Day holiday.

Money Pours In To Move Tampa's Confederate Memorial

A fundraiser to pay for moving Hillsborough County’s Confederate memorial out of downtown Tampa reached its goal in a day.

Cooking Oil Recycling Campaign Reduces Gunk

Hillsborough County credits cleaner pipes through the efforts of its residents limiting the amount of cooking fats thrown down drains.

Dover Farmworker Raped Then Fired: Feds

A federal lawsuit alleges Dover’s Favorite Farms subjected a worker to ‘sexual harassment, including rape,’ and then fired her.

Hillsborough Extends Ban On Open Burning

An emergency ban on outdoor burning within Hillsborough County will remain in place for another week.

Outdoor Burn Ban Extended In Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County’s outdoor burn ban has been extended for another week.

Thin Blue Line Act Cleared For Full House Vote

A bill that would make it easier for prosecutors to seek the death penalty for cop killers cleared a U.S. House committee Thursday

Rubin Padgett Receives Good Government Award

The local businessman and first black Hillsborough County Commissioner was honored with the annual award on Wednesday.

Hillsborough Co. Commissioner Sets 'Coffee' Date For Residents

Discuss your concerns and share your thoughts this Friday in Ruskin.

ICYMI: Decriminalized Pot May Be In Florida's Future

Florida lawmakers have introduced a bill that would decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana.

Information Breach Reported By Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County has discovered a possible breach of protected health information related to its Aging Services Department.

Sanctuary County Status Ill-Advised, Hillsborough Commissioner Says

Hillsborough County Commission Chairman Stacy White wants no part in naming Hillsborough a sanctuary county.

Buchanan Denounces Failure To Stand with Israel

The House is expected to vote Thursday on a resolution co-sponsored by Buchanan opposing the U.N.’s anti-Israel action.

Donald Trump Sweeps Florida’s Electoral College Vote

President-elect Donald Trump officially has Florida’s 29 electoral votes in his pocket.

Florida Recount Lawsuit: Hillary Clinton Beat Donald Trump, Plaintiffs Allege

Three Central Florida residents have gone to court demanding a statewide paper ballot hand recount.

Gov. Rick Scott: 'I'm Staying Put in Florida'

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has offered to help President-elect Donald Trump ‘rewrite Obamacare’ and ‘redesign’ government.

Donald Trump Presidency is What We Make of It: Commentary

Ready or not, Donald Trump is poised to become America’s 45th president, but that doesn’t mean the sky is falling.

Pam Bondi Named To Donald Trump’s Transition Team: Reports

Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi will reportedly serve as a member of President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team.

Election Day 2016: What to Know Before Voting in Tampa Bay

Find out what registered voters need to know before casting their ballots on Nov. 8.

Watch Replay: Donald Trump Rally Tampa, Florida

The Republican presidential hopeful will take the stage in Tampa Saturday morning.

Selmon Expressway Veterans Day 2016 Schedule Announced

The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority has released Veterans Day 2016 hours for the Selmon Expressway’s reversible lanes.

Hillsborough County Early Voting 2016: Where to Cast Your Ballot

Hillsborough County voters who want to beat the Nov. 8 rush can take advantage of early voting through Nov. 6.

Donald Trump Announces Lakeland Rally

The Republican presidential hopeful will be in Lakeland for a rally next week.

Florida National Guard Activating Ahead of Hurricane Matthew, Gov. Scott Says

Breaking: Gov. Rick Scott has activated 200 Florida National Guard members with 6,000 more standing by as Hurricane Matthew approaches.

Donald Trump Announces Florida Rally

Breaking: Tickets for Donald Trump’s rally at the Orlando Melbourne International Airport next week are available online.

Watch: Hillary Clinton’s Rally in Orlando, Florida

Breaking: Hillary Clinton took the stage in Orlando Wednesday afternoon to talk about the economy.

Florida Attorney General Defends Donald Trump’s Donation

Breaking: Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi said she did nothing wrong in accepting a $25,000 campaign donation from Donald Trump in 2013.

President for everyone?

Don't Clinton's "deplorables" deserve a political voice?

Selmon Expressway Lane Closing Announced

Detours are planned over a three-week period for cleaning on the Selmon Expressway’s reversible lanes.

Veterans Resource Center: Public Meeting Set

Hillsborough County’s Veterans Resource Center is a planned addition to Veterans Memorial Park.

Commissioner Putnam Names 2016 Woman of the Year in Agriculture

Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam announced that Florida native Judi Whitson has been named the 2016 Woman of the Year in Agriculture.