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12/08/2022

Deputy targeted in road rage incident.

The Hillsborough sheriff's office said the deputy was trying to pass the Riverview man's car when he fired at the deputy's SUV.

12/08/2022

Puppy hacked to death with machete.

The Hillsborough sheriff's office said a man is accused of breaking into a home in Dover and stabbing a puppy to death with a machete.

08/19/2022

Governor lures retired vets and first responders into teaching with a promise of a bonus.

Gov. DeSantis wants to hire retired first-responders and military veterans, who would receive bonuses to become teachers in Florida.

08/19/2022

Eating tainted raw oysters has caused 2 deaths in Florida. https://trib.al/nPIlXzG

Both deaths were likely caused by the bacteria Vibrio, which is found in oysters.

08/19/2022

After investigating a fire, police found a burned body in a St. Petersburg alley.

08/19/2022

Sea lions and puffins, oh, my. The Florida Aquarium launches a $40 million expansion.

The Florida Aquarium announced plans for a $40-million expansion plan that will feature the first sea lion habitat on Florida's west coast.

08/19/2022

A new Lifetime movie starring Thora Birch details the relationship between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie and the vlogger's death.

08/18/2022

The Florida Senate has put the brakes on Gov. Ron DeSantis' plan to oust Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren from office.

Under the Florida Constitution, the suspension of an elected official must be reviewed and approved by the Senate.

08/18/2022

Usually seen at theme parks and ski resorts, one Florida city is taking a look at using an aerial gondola as a mode of mass transit.

A Tampa Bay Regional Area Transportation Authority survey asks residents their opinion about a 12-minute sky ride to reach the beach.

08/18/2022

"It is very hard to convince Cooper that he will be happy again," the 8-year-old mass shooting survivor's family said. (via Highland Park Patch)

The 8-year-old Highland Park mass shooting survivor's family said he is in constant pain, but "every kindness makes him smile."

08/18/2022

Swimming with the manatees in Crystal River named among top 10 bucket list adventures in the world.

The Explorida Manatee Swim Tour in Crystal River was voted No. 10, the only U.S.-based experience to make Tripadvisor's top 10 adventures.

08/18/2022

As the school year starts in South Florida, Miami-Dade County and Broward County public schools are facing a significant teacher shortage.

08/18/2022

Travel agent cruises to prison after pleading guilty to defrauding cruise lines and clients.

Court documents said the travel agent used clients' money to purchase cruises for her family, jewelry and a Dodge Ram 1500.

08/18/2022

"It still feels like a nightmare. My life has completely changed because of one unfortunate tragedy," Lana Batochir wrote. (via Chicago Patch)

"As I was getting pulled onto the boat I glanced at my legs and realized that both my legs were gone."

08/18/2022

The University of South Florida to welcome a record number of campus residents this week.

USF residence halls in Tampa and St. Petersburg are expected to be at full capacity this fall.

08/17/2022

There’s no place like home — especially when it’s clean and organized! Here's why hiring a pro to organize your house is a great idea. (Sponsored)

Thumbtack, a home services app used by millions, has plenty of top-rated organizers to help get your home in Marie Kondo-level shape.

08/17/2022

One woman called St. Petersburg police 512 times within 24 hours in July, according to arrest records.