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

  08-07-2025 05:48
  
  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

  08-07-2025 04:01
  
  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

  08-07-2025 01:20
  
  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

  07-07-2025 23:02
  
  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

  07-07-2025 22:55
  
  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

  07-07-2025 16:13
  
  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

  07-07-2025 05:20
  
  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

  07-07-2025 04:07
  
  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

  06-07-2025 20:42
  
  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

  06-07-2025 17:34
  
  In total, investigators estimated $413,000 in damage.
  
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• Shore Acres to receive $1M for flood prevention upgrades

  06-07-2025 04:59
  
  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

  06-07-2025 02:01
  
  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

  06-07-2025 00:17
  
  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

  04-07-2025 19:27
  
  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

  04-07-2025 18:54
  
  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

  04-07-2025 17:06
  
  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

  04-07-2025 14:55
  
  No arrests have been made.
  
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• Are Starbucks and Dunkin open on 4th of July across Tampa Bay?

  04-07-2025 13:04
  
  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

  04-07-2025 06:00
  
  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

  04-07-2025 03:23
  
  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'

  03-07-2025 23:36
  
  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

  03-07-2025 22:53
  
  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

  03-07-2025 19:21
  
  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

  03-07-2025 18:34
  
  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

  03-07-2025 15:06
  
  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

  03-07-2025 14:48
  
  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

  03-07-2025 06:04
  
  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

  03-07-2025 05:35
  
  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

  03-07-2025 00:40
  
  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

  02-07-2025 23:22
  
  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

  02-07-2025 22:00
  
  "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

  02-07-2025 21:04
  
  Hurricane Helene left Madeira Beach VFW Post 4256 empty and devastated nearly a year ago.
  
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• DeSantis signs legislation providing payout for Pasco County man severely injured in 2006 crash

  02-07-2025 18:13
  
  Marcus Button was riding as a passenger in his friend's vehicle when a bus didn't yield right-of-way and pulled out in front of the car.
  
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• Adoption fees waived at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center as shelter faces capacity issues

  02-07-2025 18:02
  
  The shelter is over 500% capacity for cats and over 130% capacity for dogs.
  
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• Man arrested for trying to break into WWE star's home, leaving 'disturbing' letter on porch in Pasco County, deputies say

  02-07-2025 15:19
  
  A man traveled from Canada to Spring Hill and wrote a two-page letter to the WWE star and tried to break into her home while she wasn't there, deputies say.
  
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• Tropicana Field is now fenced off ahead of repairs

  02-07-2025 01:36
  
  Roof installation is expected to begin in August and should be done by December. The entire project is expected to be finished by April 2026.
  
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• County-by-county list: Where to get sandbags across Tampa Bay

  02-07-2025 00:34
  
  City and county officials in the Tampa Bay area — as well as Florida's top officials — are urging residents to take action ahead of time before storms threaten.
  
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• Will rain impact fireworks on the Fourth of July? Here's what Tampa Bay officials are saying

  01-07-2025 21:09
  
  Scattered storms are expected in the afternoon of July 4, and downpours are possible during fireworks shows.
  
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• All northbound lanes of I-75 back open after deadly motorcycle crash in Wesley Chapel

  01-07-2025 18:42
  
  FHP reopened all northbound lanes just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.
  
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• VIDEO: Tampa police rescue driver from car that flipped, caught on fire

  01-07-2025 18:04
  
  Police can be seen breaking the windshield and pulling the woman out as flames flare up near the car's headlight.
  
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• Police: Woman stabs boyfriend to death after he hit her over the head with a machete

  13-06-2025 21:02
  
  The woman was also stabbed in the back and is being treated for her injuries.
  
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• Boxing became therapy for one Palmetto man. Now, it's his career

  13-06-2025 16:53
  
  Fred "Jigg" Johnson turned his mental health challenges into a career and will fight in his third professional match in downtown Tampa on Friday night.
  
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• June is known for Pride. Some conservatives are trying to change that.

  13-06-2025 13:29
  
  Numerous localities, including Clearwater and Lakeland, are now promoting "Faith and Family Month."
  
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• Polk County family seeks justice one year after 5-year-old daughter's death from accused drunk driver

  13-06-2025 05:38
  
  Madeline Nichols was about to start kindergarten last year before Polk County deputies said she was killed by a drunk driver.
  
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• 'We will kill you graveyard dead': Florida law enforcement warn against violence ahead of protests

  13-06-2025 01:44
  
  State and local law enforcement agencies warn against violence as protesters prepare to gather on Saturday.
  
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• St. Pete neighbors call for better drainage maintenance after flooding concerns

  13-06-2025 00:22
  
  “We have drains in all four corners of the street — but they get clogged,” Nick Bell, a longtime resident of the neighborhood, said.
  
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• 'Truly a miracle': 9-year-old who nearly lost hand to shark bite shows signs of progress

  12-06-2025 23:56
  
  "From witnessing her wrist hanging on by just the skin, to have blood flow in all of her hand and fingers is truly a miracle," the Lendel family said.
  
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• Pinellas Park weighs smoking ban in city parks amid debate

  12-06-2025 22:31
  
  The proposal comes under the authority of Florida’s updated Clean Indoor Air Act, which gives municipalities the ability to restrict tobacco use.
  
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• Florida man accused of being part of white supremacist group is sentenced to prison, feds say

  12-06-2025 19:20
  
  Alexander Lightner, of Venice, pleaded guilty in March of a federal charge of possessing an unregistered firearm, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
  
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• Stretching your dollar: Florida native, travel expert shares the key to vacationing for less

  12-06-2025 18:56
  
  10 Tampa Bay spoke to a local travel expert on ways to leverage credit card points to turn everyday spending into money-saving travel opportunities.
  
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