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Florida men found with credit card skimmers during traffic stop, troopers say
Read full article: Florida men found with credit card skimmers during traffic stop, troopers sayA traffic stop on Interstate 75 in Sumter County led to troopers finding fraudulent credit cards and credit card skimmers, according to a news release from the Florida Highway Patrol.
Video shows police chase on Florida interstate after hit-and-run suspectโs violent crime spree
Read full article: Video shows police chase on Florida interstate after hit-and-run suspectโs violent crime spreePolice identified the man as 48-year-old Jeremiah Bailey, who struck multiple pedestrians with his car at various locations in South Tampa on Sunday, killing one and injuring three.
3 Tampa officers hurt, deadly hit-and-run suspect shot, killed after chase on I-275
Read full article: 3 Tampa officers hurt, deadly hit-and-run suspect shot, killed after chase on I-275A suspect is dead after Tampa police say he hit several people with a car before leading officers on a chase on I-275.
SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes families to Sesame Street celebrations
Read full article: SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes families to Sesame Street celebrationsOn select weekends, families can join their favorite Sesame Street friends including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more.
Raiders hire Bucs assistant general manager John Spytek as their GM, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders hire Bucs assistant general manager John Spytek as their GM, AP source saysThe Las Vegas Raiders hired Tampa Bay Buccaneers assistant general manager John Spytek to be their GM, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press.
NFL's wild-card round averages 28.3 million viewers, a 9.3% decline from last year
Read full article: NFL's wild-card round averages 28.3 million viewers, a 9.3% decline from last yearViewer audiences for the first weekend of the NFL playoffs were down 9.3% from last year, a bigger decline than what the league experienced during the regular season.
Video shows suspected DUI driver going wrong way on Florida interstate
Read full article: Video shows suspected DUI driver going wrong way on Florida interstateA suspected DUI driver was caught on video going the wrong way on a Florida interstate before crashing into a vehicle, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Macyโs set to close these Florida stores by March. Hereโs what to expect
Read full article: Macyโs set to close these Florida stores by March. Hereโs what to expectMacyโs announced on Thursday that the company is closing dozens of its stores nationwide as part of a โBold New Chapterโ corporate strategy.
Baker Mayfield's whatever-it-takes mentality has the Buccaneers chasing bigger goals
Read full article: Baker Mayfield's whatever-it-takes mentality has the Buccaneers chasing bigger goalsBaker Mayfield wanted more yards on one of his several scrambles so he lowered his head, leaned his shoulder forward and rammed into two linebackers.
Floridaโs New Yearโs Eve drops: From oranges to drag queens, how cities ring in the New Year with unique flair
Read full article: Floridaโs New Yearโs Eve drops: From oranges to drag queens, how cities ring in the New Year with unique flairNew Yearโs Eve celebrations are renowned for their unique and vibrant drops. In Florida, each drop reflects the local culture and spirit of its city. Hereโs a glimpse into some of these festive traditions.
Michigan defense pressures Milroe all day, Wolverines beat No. 11 Alabama 19-13 in ReliaQuest Bowl
Read full article: Michigan defense pressures Milroe all day, Wolverines beat No. 11 Alabama 19-13 in ReliaQuest BowlMichiganโs defense sacked Jalen Milroe five times and forced three turnovers by the Alabama quarterback to lead the Wolverines to a 19-13 victory over the 11th-ranked Crimson Tide in the ReliaQuest Bowl.
Mayfield throws 5 TD passes and Bucs keep playoff, NFC South hopes alive with 48-14 rout of Panthers
Read full article: Mayfield throws 5 TD passes and Bucs keep playoff, NFC South hopes alive with 48-14 rout of PanthersBaker Mayfield threw for 359 yards and five touchdowns to help the Tampa Bay Buccaneers keep their division and playoff hopes alive with a 48-14 rout of the Carolina Panthers.
What Florida homeowners should know about โSinkhole Alleyโ
Read full article: What Florida homeowners should know about โSinkhole AlleyโDid you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.
Lagway throws for 305 yards to help Florida trounce Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl
Read full article: Lagway throws for 305 yards to help Florida trounce Tulane in the Gasparilla BowlDJ Lagway shrugged off a couple of first-half turnovers and threw for 305 yards and a touchdown to lead Florida to a victory over Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl.
These are Americaโs best cities for Christmas. How many are in Florida?
Read full article: These are Americaโs best cities for Christmas. How many are in Florida?Itโs that time of year again โ and in the spirit of the season, WalletHub has released its 2024 list of Americaโs โBest Cities for Christmas.โ
Mayfield says streaking Bucs will have to play even better down the stretch to return to playoffs
Read full article: Mayfield says streaking Bucs will have to play even better down the stretch to return to playoffsBaker Mayfield already has matched his career high for touchdown passes in a season, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have won three straight games to climb back to the top of the NFC South standings.
Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over Raiders
Read full article: Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over RaidersBaker Mayfield threw for 295 yards and three touchdowns, helping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 28-13 and take over sole possession of first place in the NFC South.
These 2 Florida cities are among Americaโs most โfun.โ Hereโs what that means
Read full article: These 2 Florida cities are among Americaโs most โfun.โ Hereโs what that meansWalletHub has released its 2024 list of the โmost fun cities in America,โ with two Florida locations nearing the top.
A Cinderella Story: Space Coast Varsity Football
Read full article: A Cinderella Story: Space Coast Varsity FootballThe Space Coast High School Varsity football team is giving thanks this week for an incredible season โ and also to a Tampa Bay Buccaneer whose generosity helped change the program's fortunes.
This yearโs top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Floridaโs picks
Read full article: This yearโs top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Floridaโs picksOpenTable has released its picks for the top 100 restaurants of 2024 โ and a few of those selections can be found right here in the Sunshine State.
Hagel ties NHL record with 4 assists in 1st period, Lightning beat Avalanche 8-2
Read full article: Hagel ties NHL record with 4 assists in 1st period, Lightning beat Avalanche 8-2Brandon Hagel tied an NHL record with four assists in the opening period and finished with five as the Tampa Bay Lightning cruised past the Colorado Avalanche 8-2 on Monday.
Vasilevskiy stars as the Lightning stop the Jets' 7-game win streak with a 4-1 victory
Read full article: Vasilevskiy stars as the Lightning stop the Jets' 7-game win streak with a 4-1 victoryAndrei Vasilevskiy made 24 saves in his 300th NHL win, and the Tampa Bay Lightning stopped Winnipegโs seven-game win streak with a 4-1 victory over the Jets.
Hurricane-stricken Tampa Bay Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees' spring training field in Tampa
Read full article: Hurricane-stricken Tampa Bay Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees' spring training field in TampaThe Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 home games at the New York Yankeesโ nearby spring training ballpark amid uncertainty about the future of hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field.
These Florida cities among most debt-ridden in the US. Hereโs why
Read full article: These Florida cities among most debt-ridden in the US. Hereโs whyOf the 50 metros examined in this list, Austin, Texas was considered the most debt-ridden thanks to its high growth in recent years. But several Florida cities made it into the top 10.
Moody shrugs off 3 missed FGs to kick 49ers past Buccaneers 23-20 in McCaffrey's season debut
Read full article: Moody shrugs off 3 missed FGs to kick 49ers past Buccaneers 23-20 in McCaffrey's season debutJake Moody redeemed himself after missing three earlier field goals by booting a 44-yarder as time expired to give the San Francisco 49ers a 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in running back Christian McCaffreyโs season debut.
Cousins throws for 276 yards and 4 TDs as Falcons beat Bucs 31-26 to take control of NFC South
Read full article: Cousins throws for 276 yards and 4 TDs as Falcons beat Bucs 31-26 to take control of NFC SouthKirk Cousins threw for 276 yards and four touchdowns to help the Atlanta Falcons take sole possession of first place of the NFC South with a 31-26 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Bucs' Chris Godwin to have surgery, likely out for season. Fellow WR Mike Evans to miss 3 games
Read full article: Bucs' Chris Godwin to have surgery, likely out for season. Fellow WR Mike Evans to miss 3 gamesTampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Chris Godwin will undergo surgery on a dislocated left ankle.
Former Florida college student charged in the death of a baby found in a trash can
Read full article: Former Florida college student charged in the death of a baby found in a trash canA former Florida college student is facing several charges in the death of her newborn infant, whose body was found wrapped in a towel in a trash can.
Florida man identified, arrested after dog tied to fence along interstate ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida man identified, arrested after dog tied to fence along interstate ahead of Hurricane MiltonA 23-year-old man faces animal cruelty charges after being accused of tying a dog to a fence along a Florida highway ahead of Hurricane Milton, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane MiltonFlorida counties hard hit by Hurricane Milton are returning to a semblance of normalcy with power being restored to most areas, gas stations reopening and students returning to school this week.
Florida neighbors band together to recover after one-two punch from hurricanes Helene and Milton
Read full article: Florida neighbors band together to recover after one-two punch from hurricanes Helene and MiltonThe devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton is still being tallied as a swath of Florida comes to terms with damage from the unusual dual strike of storms in just two weeks.
Milton by the numbers: At least 5 dead, at least 12 tornadoes, 3.4M without power
Read full article: Milton by the numbers: At least 5 dead, at least 12 tornadoes, 3.4M without powerHurricane Miltonโs explosive formation stirred high anxiety for Florida less than two weeks after Helene raked the state and much of the Southeast.
Milton damages the roof of the Rays' stadium and forces NBA preseason game to be called off
Read full article: Milton damages the roof of the Rays' stadium and forces NBA preseason game to be called offThe fabric roof over the home of baseballโs Tampa Bay Rays was ripped to shreds after Hurricane Milton came ashore in Florida, bringing wind gusts exceeding 100 mph and flooding parts of the state.
โDo NOT do this:โ Dog tied up, abandoned along Florida interstate ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: โDo NOT do this:โ Dog tied up, abandoned along Florida interstate ahead of Hurricane MiltonThe Florida Highway Patrol released footage of a trooper pulling over on the side of the highway near Bruce B Downs Boulevard on Wednesday morning.
Language, lack of money and fear are matters of life and death with Milton approaching Florida
Read full article: Language, lack of money and fear are matters of life and death with Milton approaching FloridaHurricane Milton is expected to unleash its greatest force over hundreds of thousands of immigrants who donโt speak English.
What is reverse storm surge, how does it happen?
Read full article: What is reverse storm surge, how does it happen?As weโve been preparing for Hurricane Milton, youโve heard us talk a lot about storm surge. One big concern with Milton has been the potential of a catastrophic storm surge in the Tampa area.
Airlines say they're capping fares in the hurricane's path as Biden warns against price gouging
Read full article: Airlines say they're capping fares in the hurricane's path as Biden warns against price gougingPresident Joe Biden is warning airlines and other companies not to overcharge people who are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton.
Fearful residents flee Tampa Bay region as Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida coast
Read full article: Fearful residents flee Tampa Bay region as Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida coastFearful Florida residents are streaming out of the Tampa Bay region ahead of what could be a once-in-a-century direct hit from Hurricane Milton.
NFLโs Buccaneers relocating ahead of hurricane to practice for Sundayโs game at New Orleans
Read full article: NFLโs Buccaneers relocating ahead of hurricane to practice for Sundayโs game at New OrleansThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers are planning to relocate to the New Orleans area to prepare for Sundayโs game against the Saints with Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall along Floridaโs west coast this week.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose in overtime to Atlanta Falcons
Read full article: Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose in overtime to Atlanta FalconsKirk Cousins threw for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns, the last of them a 45-yard scoring pass to KhaDarel Hodge in overtime that gave the Atlanta Falcons an improbable 36-30 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Mayfield throws for 347 yards and accounts for three TDs to lead Bucs over Eagles 33-16
Read full article: Mayfield throws for 347 yards and accounts for three TDs to lead Bucs over Eagles 33-16Baker Mayfield threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns, while Mike Evans became the Buccaneersโ career scoring leader Sunday during Tampa Bayโs 33-16 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
These Florida Publix stores are shutting down ahead of Hurricane Helene
Read full article: These Florida Publix stores are shutting down ahead of Hurricane HeleneWith Hurricane Helene expected to make landfall in Florida on Thursday, Publix has announced that stores in Heleneโs expected path are set to close early ahead of the stormโs arrival.
These are the best suburbs to raise a family in Florida. 5 are near Orlando
Read full article: These are the best suburbs to raise a family in Florida. 5 are near OrlandoThe ranking examined factors like public schooling, housing, nightlife, cost of living and more to determine a final โgradeโ for each suburb.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers taken down by Broncos in home game
Read full article: Tampa Bay Buccaneers taken down by Broncos in home gameThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a heavy loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday after rookie Bo Nix ran for an early touchdown and Will Lutz kicked four field goals, ending with a score of 26-7.
Miami Hurricanesโ Cam Ward tops 15,000 yards passing for collegiate career
Read full article: Miami Hurricanesโ Cam Ward tops 15,000 yards passing for collegiate careerMiami quarterback Cam Ward has topped 15,000 yards passing in his career, making him the 13th player recognized by the NCAA to have reached that milestone.
An appeals court has revived a challenge to President Biden's Medicare drug price reduction program
Read full article: An appeals court has revived a challenge to President Biden's Medicare drug price reduction programA constitutional challenge to the Biden administration program enabling Medicare to negotiate lower prices for prescription drugs has been revived by a federal appeals court.
4 Rivers Smokehouse to open on Sundays in Florida. Hereโs when, where
Read full article: 4 Rivers Smokehouse to open on Sundays in Florida. Hereโs when, whereThis will mark the first time since the faith-based chain first kicked off nearly 15 years ago that its locations will be open on a Sunday.
COMING SOON: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to open all new kid-friendly Wild Oasis realm
Read full article: COMING SOON: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to open all new kid-friendly Wild Oasis realmGet lost in the immersive sights and sounds of the rainforest as you make your way through all new animal exhibits and attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa Bayโs Wild Oasis realm.
It's early, but 3-time defending NFC South champion Buccaneers are off to another strong start
Read full article: It's early, but 3-time defending NFC South champion Buccaneers are off to another strong startThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers are off to another strong start, though coach Todd Bowles understandably is playing down the significance of being 2-0 for a fourth straight season.
These 3 Florida beaches are among the โsexiestโ in the world. Hereโs why
Read full article: These 3 Florida beaches are among the โsexiestโ in the world. Hereโs whyThe ranking takes a look at factors like seclusion, popularity with couples, heat and sunsets to determine which beaches made the top cut.
Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Danielsโ debut
Read full article: Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Danielsโ debutBaker Mayfield threw for 289 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 37-20 rout of the new-look Washington Commanders, spoiling the NFL debut of No. 2 overall draft pick Jayden Daniels on Sunday.
Lakeland police announce arrest of man accused of trying to kill 2 detectives
Read full article: Lakeland police announce arrest of man accused of trying to kill 2 detectivesLakeland police have announced the arrest of a man accused of โclearly attemptingโ to shoot and kill two detectives on Tuesday.
Mayfield leads long TD drive in brief preseason outing, Buccaneers beat Dolphins 24-14
Read full article: Mayfield leads long TD drive in brief preseason outing, Buccaneers beat Dolphins 24-14It took Baker Mayfield one series to show the Tampa Bay Buccaneers everything they wanted to see from him in a preseason-closing 24-14 victory over the Miami Dolphins.
Elite prosecutor misused position by offering Justice Department card in DUI stop, watchdog finds
Read full article: Elite prosecutor misused position by offering Justice Department card in DUI stop, watchdog findsA Justice Department watchdog found one of the nationโs most prolific federal narcotics prosecutors flouted ethics rules last year when he drunkenly handed his business card to Florida police investigating a hit-and-run crash.
TRACK, SATELLITE, MORE: Tropical Storm Debby strengthens, expected to become hurricane before Florida landfall
Read full article: TRACK, SATELLITE, MORE: Tropical Storm Debby strengthens, expected to become hurricane before Florida landfallTropical Storm Debby continues to make its way through the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to rapidly strengthen into a hurricane before reaching the Florida coast.
Tampa Bay's Wirfs agrees to $140.63 million extension, becoming highest-paid OL in NFL history
Read full article: Tampa Bay's Wirfs agrees to $140.63 million extension, becoming highest-paid OL in NFL historyTampa Bayโs Tristan Wirfs became the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history after agreeing Thursday to a five-year, $140.63 million contract extension.
Man jumps from balcony to balcony at Hillsborough County hotel in attempt to evade law enforcement
Read full article: Man jumps from balcony to balcony at Hillsborough County hotel in attempt to evade law enforcementA man suspected of multiple armed robberies tried to run from law enforcement by jumping down four balconies.
Safety regulators are investigating another low flight by a Southwest jet, this time in Florida
Read full article: Safety regulators are investigating another low flight by a Southwest jet, this time in FloridaFederal officials are investigating an incident in which a Southwest Airlines jet flew as low as 150 feet over water while it was still about 5 miles from its intended landing spot in Tampa, Florida.
Longtime NFL assistant coach and defensive mastermind Monte Kiffin dies at age 84
Read full article: Longtime NFL assistant coach and defensive mastermind Monte Kiffin dies at age 84Monte Kiffin, the longtime NFL and college assistant coach whose Tampa Bay defenses routinely ranked among the leagueโs best, died Thursday.
โHundreds of emergency calls:โ Hillsborough firefighters respond to scores of fireworks incidents
Read full article: โHundreds of emergency calls:โ Hillsborough firefighters respond to scores of fireworks incidentsHillsborough County Fire Rescue announced its firefighters responded to hundreds of emergency calls on the Fourth of July.
Florida judge blocks Biden administration's gender-identity rule
Read full article: Florida judge blocks Biden administration's gender-identity ruleA federal judge Wednesday blocked a new Biden administration health-care rule that would clash with Floridaโs attempts to restrict treatments such as hormone therapy and puberty blockers for transgender people.
โOperation Keep Our Streets:โ 32 arrested in Florida street racing crack down
Read full article: โOperation Keep Our Streets:โ 32 arrested in Florida street racing crack downState officials said that the operation comes after SB 1764 went into effect on Monday, cracking down on street racers across the state.
Predators add Stamkos, Marchessault in blockbuster moves; NHL teams drop $1B in free agent frenzy
Read full article: Predators add Stamkos, Marchessault in blockbuster moves; NHL teams drop $1B in free agent frenzyThe Nashville Predators made a big splash on the opening day of NHL free agency by signing Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault and Brady Skjei.
This Florida city ranks as the worst for summer travel. Hereโs why
Read full article: This Florida city ranks as the worst for summer travel. Hereโs whyThe study used factors like crime rates, hotel prices, delayed flights and fatal crashes to figure out which cities suffer the most during the summer travel season.