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The wildlife commission recently restocked a pond in Tampa with catfish to help sustain local fish populations and promote a balanced ecosystem. This initiative highlights the importance of conservation efforts in urban areas and the role of community engagement in environmental stewardship.
Iranian hackers attempted to engage President Joe Biden's campaign with information stolen from Donald Trump's campaign, according to the FBI. The unsolicited emails were sent to individuals associated with Biden's campaign but went largely unacknowledged, showcasing ongoing foreign interference in the 2024 election.
Victory High School is set to hold its "Golfing for Victory" charity golf tournament on September 30 to raise funds for its nonprofit recovery school aimed at helping teens struggling with addiction. The event will support the school's mission, which has expanded to three locations across the Tampa Bay area.
The Florida Strawberry Festival has announced its theme for the 2025 event, titled "The Stage is Set." This year’s festival promises to honor its rich traditions while introducing new entertainment features, including a new soundstage to host top artists.
A St. Petersburg man, Charles Williams, has been charged with vehicular homicide following a fatal crash that occurred while he was allegedly racing another driver. The incident resulted in the death of 52-year-old Corey Koeppen, who was ejected from his vehicle during the collision. Williams has a history of traffic violations and was hospitalized after the crash.
Alaska Airlines has completed its $1 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, which will continue to operate as a separate brand. The deal comes after regulatory approval, with conditions ensuring service levels remain unchanged and consumer protections in place.
The federal report regarding the Surfside collapse, which has already seen an expenditure of over $33 million, will not be published until 2026. Officials have raised questions about the lengthy timeline for the investigation and report release.
The U.N. General Assembly is set to vote on a Palestinian resolution demanding Israel to end its occupation of Gaza and the West Bank within a year. Israel's ambassador has urged member nations to reject the resolution, labeling it as an attempt to undermine the nation, while the Palestinian ambassador emphasizes the need for peace and freedom for Palestinians.
At least 20 people were killed and over 450 wounded in Beirut, Lebanon, due to a series of explosions involving electronic devices, one day after a similar incident involving pagers resulted in multiple casualties. The attacks are believed to be linked to ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising fears of further conflict in the region.
Vice President Kamala Harris addressed Latino voters at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute's annual leadership conference, highlighting her campaign proposals and criticizing former President Donald Trump's deportation plan. Her speech emphasized the importance of Latino voters in the upcoming November elections, particularly in battleground states like Nevada and Arizona.