Temple Terrace, FL news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Temple Terrace, FL on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Scammers pose as deputies demanding cash; kratom ban proposed. Also: Hillsborough County commissioners are moving to ban kratom byproducts; Six electric semi-truck charging stations approved for I-4 using a $24.7 million federal grant. Weather: Mostly clear today with highs near 79°F and a gentle breeze.

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Headlines

Hillsborough County Sheriff warns residents of phone scammers impersonating deputies and demanding cash payments.wtsp.com · Oct 19, 5:51 PM · Around

News & local government

Hillsborough County commissioners are moving to ban kratom byproducts.Axios · Oct 20, 6:26 AM · Around
Hillsborough County proposes raising fees for police-ordered and trespass vehicle tows.Tampa Bay 28 · Oct 20, 5:09 AM · Around
Opinion: Tampa Bay Times columnist explains reasons to support Hillsborough Referendum 2.Tampa Bay Times · Oct 20, 5:58 AM · Around

Safety & emergencies

Two Ford Mustang drivers arrested for racing on I-4 at speeds reaching 120 mph.WFLA · Oct 19, 12:59 PM · Around

Business & new openings

Six electric semi-truck charging stations approved for I-4 using a $24.7 million federal grant.92.5 maxima · Oct 19, 6:04 PM · Around

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