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1 dead, 1 injured in Manatee County motorcycle crash; suspect facing DUI charges

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:09:58 GMT

Officials say the suspect stayed at the scene and showed signs of impairment, however he refused to take field sobriety tests.

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A new Florida law aims to crack down on derelict boats. Here's what to know

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:34:55 GMT

The new law gives the FWC more power to remove derelict and at-risk boats, closes ownership loopholes and imposes tougher penalties to protect waterways.

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'Big Brother' 2025 cast reveal: Meet the season 27 houseguests

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:15:06 GMT

The "Big Brother" 27 mystery begins with a 90-minute premiere on Thursday, July 10.

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Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium closes its doors after 25 years; focus now shifted to Mote SEA

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 17:54:05 GMT

Construction for the new $132 million Mote SEA location began in 2023 just off of I-75.

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VIDEO: Hillsborough sheriff's drone find theft suspect hiding in sewer

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 15:57:17 GMT

A theft suspect was spotted hiding from deputies inside a sewer after allegedly stealing something from the Brandon Town Center Mall.

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2 suffered hand amputations on Fourth of July in Hillsborough County

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:32:24 GMT

Hillsborough Fire Rescue officials said multiple people were at the hospital with significant injuries from fireworks.

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Tampa man fatally shot after gun goes off unintentionally, police say

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:27:49 GMT

A man died after he was shot while he and his friend were handling a gun on Monday night, according to police.

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Some Tampa Bay-area residents voice flooding concerns during hurricane season

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:42:53 GMT

Some neighbors are barely moving back in after Hurricane Milton nearly nine months ago.

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Woman facing DUI charge for allegedly driving into St. Pete home with an invalid license

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 03:48:18 GMT

There were two adults inside the house at the time, but neither was hurt.

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No bond granted for man accused of making bomb threat on Allegiant flight from St. Pete

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:01:41 GMT

Judge Thomas Wilson said 27-year-old Taj Taylor will remain in custody as he is a "threat to flee" and an endangerment to the case.

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Visitors concerned as Clearwater Beach lightning alert system remains down

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 23:20:21 GMT

The system, which sounds sirens when lightning is detected nearby, has been out of service for weeks.

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Tampa law enforcement make dozens of DUI arrests in 'Red, White, and Sober' holiday operation

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:02:39 GMT

Law enforcement agencies ran the operation from Thursday to Sunday with a focus on speeding, reckless driving and other traffic violations.

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St. Petersburg man charged with animal cruelty after police find 2 cats, 1 dog dead in home

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 20:55:32 GMT

When authorities entered the house for a well-being check, they reportedly found the two cats and dog "in advanced stages of decomposition."

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Deputies: Man hits, kills teen on Fourth of July before taking off in Hillsborough County

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:13:39 GMT

Deputies say Roberto Carlos Meza Rosales showed signs of impairment and believe alcohol was a factor in this incident.

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Man in custody after making bomb threat on plane leaving St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, officials say

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 03:20:29 GMT

The passenger, identified as 27-year-old Taj Taylor, reportedly told another passenger that his laptop was a bomb during the flight Sunday afternoon.

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Stabbing suspect shot, killed after charging at deputies with knife in Daytona Beach, officials say

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 02:07:21 GMT

The Volusia Sheriff's Office said two victims, a 16-year-old boy and a 39-year-old man, were found at the scene and taken to the hospital.

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Tampa International Airport handles final day of Fourth of July holiday travel

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:42:35 GMT

TSA estimates screening nearly 2.9 million passengers nationwide Sunday, making this one of the busiest travel days of the year.

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2 birds, 1 dog dead in Citrus County house fire caused by lightning strike

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 15:34:29 GMT

In total, investigators estimated $413,000 in damage.

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Shore Acres to receive $1M for flood prevention upgrades

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 02:59:49 GMT

Kevin Batdorf, who lives in Shore Acres, said even on a rainy day, high tides can push water into the streets — and during storm surges, it's much worse.

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'Come together to make change': Clearwater cleanup brings out the eco-heroes after Fourth of July

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:01:55 GMT

Volunteers of all ages showed up to help clean up after the Fourth of July celebrations and to protect the places they love.

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HCFR: Large two-alarm fire at Tampa salvage yard sends 1 to trauma center

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 22:17:34 GMT

On Saturday, HCFR said multiple 911 calls came in about a forklift that caught on fire and quickly spread to numerous nearby vehicles.

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3 family members, including 17-year-old girl, struck by lightning on St. Pete Beach

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 17:27:17 GMT

A 17-year-old girl was transported to Tampa General Hospital as a trauma alert.

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Tampa native Miki Sudo wins 11th women's title in annual Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 16:54:35 GMT

Miki Sudo ate significantly fewer hot dogs than last year, but still came away with the championship.

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St. Pete-Clearwater airport parking lots reach full capacity on 4th of July

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:06:56 GMT

Officials said passengers traveling this Fourth of July should plan to get dropped off.

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Dog dies in fireworks accident; St. Pete police investigating

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:55:43 GMT

No arrests have been made.

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Are Starbucks and Dunkin open on 4th of July across Tampa Bay?

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:04:22 GMT

It may be a holiday, but some of us still need our coffee. Here's a look at Starbucks and Dunkin holiday hours.

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'He lives in our heart': Family of 7-year-old shot, killed two years ago on July 4th pleads for answers

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:00:21 GMT

Still, no arrests have been made in Yitzian Torres Garcia's death. But a $25,000 reward is out, and police are asking anyone with more information to come forward.

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Man dies after being pulled from water near Sand Key

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 01:23:48 GMT

Officials say the man was found floating and unresponsive by family members in the water. First responders took him to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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Despite previous promises of FEMA funding, DOJ says Florida is using state funds for 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 21:36:36 GMT

In a motion filed Thursday, Justice Department attorneys said Florida has not requested any funding from the federal government for the facility.

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Bartow police promise reforms after local pastor's stop sparks protest

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:53:12 GMT

Officers told him Pastor Don’Tavius Sanders was pulled over for a broken license plate light, but he says the stop quickly escalated.

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Here's which grocery stores will be open — and closed — on 4th of July across Tampa Bay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:21:35 GMT

Here's which grocery stores will be open and closed across Tampa Bay this Fourth of July.

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Here's where to watch Fourth of July fireworks across Tampa Bay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:34:42 GMT

America is celebrating the 249th anniversary of Independence Day. Here's where you can celebrate around Tampa Bay.

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Some faith leaders say Florida's 'Yes in God's Backyard' law passes the buck on affordable housing

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:06:17 GMT

A new law says "Yes in God's Backyard" for affordable housing, but a St. Pete faith leader group says it shouldn't be up to them alone.

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Traffic alerts: Multiple crashes causing slowdowns on I-275 in Pinellas, Hillsborough counties

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:48:43 GMT

There are multiple crashes causing slowdowns in both directions on I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge.

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Largo mobile home park braces for heavy rain after tornado left damages to community

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:04:04 GMT

Carolyne Johnson says she sustained more than $20,000 worth of damages to her home. Now, her and others are bracing for potential heavy rain and flooding this week.

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Treasure Island works to clear storm drains to prevent flooding

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 03:35:40 GMT

To keep things flowing with ease, the city said neighbors can help by not placing debris on top of storm drains.

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Hillsborough County deputies charge 2 in shooting incident that left 1 dead

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:40:32 GMT

HCSO officials say they arrested Kristopher Bridges, 29, and Tara Weimer, 39, in connection to the death of 31-year-old Michael Workman in May.

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Man dead, child hurt after separate water rescues near John's Pass

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:22:46 GMT

The sheriff's office identified the man on Thursday morning.

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He's back: Clearwater Beach bag thief returns to area after being told to stay away, police say

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:00:59 GMT

"Remember our beach blanket theft suspect from last week who pilfered people's valuables two days in a row?" Clearwater police rhetorically asked on Facebook.

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Pinellas County veteran finds hope amid storm recovery at Madeira Beach VFW

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:04:44 GMT

Hurricane Helene left Madeira Beach VFW Post 4256 empty and devastated nearly a year ago.

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