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Florida Board of Education looks to crack down on false threats
Florida's Board of Education is intensifying efforts to combat false threats made through the reporting tool FortifyFL. The initiative aims to educate...
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Gas Plant District redevelopment supporters look to future as Rays say stadium p...
Supporters of the Gas Plant District redevelopment are optimistic about its future despite concerns regarding the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium project bein...
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This South Tampa community keeps flooding. Neighbors are divided on a fix.
A proposed stormwater system in South Tampa aims to alleviate chronic flooding issues in the Parkland Estates neighborhood, but the plan has sparked d...
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Could the Rays leave Tampa Bay and still own 65 acres of Gas Plant land?
The Tampa Bay Rays are facing uncertainty regarding their proposed new stadium in St. Petersburg, as the Pinellas County Commission has delayed finali...
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Have visitors in town for Thanksgiving? 5 things to do with them in Tampa Bay
Discover five engaging activities in Tampa Bay for Thanksgiving visitors, including a visit to the Manatee Viewing Center and the popular Shopapalooza...
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Florida parents face potential consequences if their kids threaten schools
Florida parents may face legal consequences if their children make false threats against schools, as emphasized by Education Commissioner Manny Diaz J...
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New French Moroccan restaurant Cybel opens in St. Petersburg
A new French Moroccan restaurant, Cybel, has opened in St. Petersburg, Florida, led by Chef Taoufik Abdelmoula. Known for his innovative French tacos,...
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Step inside swanky Hyde Park houses during this historic home tour
Explore the charm and history of Hyde Park through the annual Old Hyde Park Home Tour, where visitors can enter stunning homes showcasing a blend of o...
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Tampa port CEO’s pay this year: nearly $1 million
Port Tampa Bay CEO Paul Anderson's compensation for this year is nearly $1 million, marking a significant increase compared to previous years. His pay...
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Man convicted in 1991 Tampa murder dies on Florida’s death row
Charles Finney, sentenced to death for the 1991 murder of Sandra Sutherland, died after spending over three decades on Florida's death row. His death ...
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City Council member has questions going into Rays stadium vote
St. Petersburg City Council member Lisset Hanewicz raised concerns ahead of a crucial vote regarding city financing for a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium. ...
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Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s pick for attorney general
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination for attorney general amidst ongoing scrutiny related to a federal sex traffickin...
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Live: Will St. Petersburg officials approve Rays stadium financing?
St. Petersburg City Council will vote on financing bonds for a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium, a decision that has become contentious following delays fro...
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Motorcyclist killed in crash with Hillsborough school bus in Riverview
A motorcyclist was tragically killed in a collision with a Hillsborough school bus in Riverview, Florida, when the bus driver made a left turn into hi...
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Man arrested after causing crash that hurt Pinellas deputy, sheriff’s office say...
A Holiday man, David Lominack Jr., was arrested following a crash that injured a Pinellas County sheriff's deputy after he abruptly slammed on his bra...
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18-year-old driver arrested after returning to scene of deadly hit & run: FHP
An 18-year-old driver has been arrested in Manatee County after a hit-and-run incident that resulted in a man's death. According to the Florida Highwa...
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Elon Musk impersonator accused of stealing up to $600K from woman using Facebook...
An impersonator of billionaire Elon Musk was arrested in Bradenton, accused of defrauding a woman out of nearly $600,000 through Facebook interactions...
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St. Pete's Mirror Lake could become local historic district. Here's what that wo...
St. Petersburg is considering designating part of Mirror Lake as a local historic district, which could have significant implications for preservation...
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St. Pete, Tampa and Hillsborough leaders to discuss future Rays stadium possibil...
St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Hillsborough leaders are set to convene to discuss the future of a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. This meeting is cruc...
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Deadly school bus crash claims life of Sun City Center motorcyclist on U.S. 301
A tragic school bus crash in Hillsborough County claimed the life of a motorcyclist on U.S. 301 while twelve students were on board the bus. The incid...