Tampa, Charleston airports to join new TSA privatized security initiative
The new Gold+ initiative would allow private contractors to handle passenger screening at three airports while the TSA retains federal oversight.
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South Florida feels powerful earthquake off Cuba
An earthquake off Cuba was felt across parts of Florida, but Miami officials reported no major injuries, significant damage or tsunami threat.
Siblings indicted after explosive device found outside Air Force base
MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, is home to U.S. Central Command, U.S. Special Operations Command and the Air Force's Air Mobility Command.
Tampa car crash kills 4, over a dozen hurt
In Tampa, Florida, four people were killed and more than a dozen were hurt after a car crashed into a crowded bar.
CBP officers find human skull and bones in luggage at Florida airport
U.S. Customs officers at Tampa International Airport discovered bones, including part of a skull, in a passenger's luggage after he declared only cigars.
Family of man killed in West Bank wants answers
Family members of American Saifullah Kamel Musallet are seeking updates on the investigation into the Tampa man's death last week in the Israel-occupied West Bank. CBS News' Margaret Brennan has the latest.
Did a security camera capture the last moments of Fla. man's life?
A security camera recorded audio of a violent argument just before Matthew Trussler's death, authorities said.
Florida gas stations are in need of fuel. Here's how long it could take.
There's a lot of gasoline headed to Florida, but power must first be restored for terminals to receive it.
Scope of hurricane damage emerges amid power outages, fuel shortages
At least 17 people are dead as a result of Hurricane Milton, officials told CBS News.
Florida's "Lt. Dan" describes surviving Hurricane Milton on his sailboat
The viral Florida man known as "Lieutenant Dan" is safe after riding out Hurricane Milton on his sailboat in Tampa Bay. He told CBS News that the Category 3 storm was "pretty mellow," despite smashing his boat up against a wall. "I'm not scared of anything," he said, adding that if another hurricane comes, "I'd remain on my boat no matter what."
Bodycam shows 15 people, including kids, rescued during hurricane
Video clips show police aiding an elderly woman and multiple children.
Tampa avoids direct hit from Hurricane Milton
Tampa, Florida, was not directly hit by Hurricane Milton as it made landfall Wednesday, but there's still destruction on a massive scale as hundreds of thousands are without power.
Tracking Hurricane Milton's path
If Hurricane Milton stays on its current track, forecasters say it will be the worst storm to hit the Tampa, Florida, area in more than a century. Lonnie Quinn has new details on Milton's track and timing.
2 "crude" explosive devices found at Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa
Two explosive devices were discovered at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday and Monday, prompting partial evacuations, the police said.
Woman finds WWII-era message in a bottle while cleaning up Debby debris
Suzanne Flament-Smith hopes that the letter inside goes to its rightful home.
Florida rapper Julio Foolio shot and killed at Tampa hotel, lawyer says
His lawyer, Lewis Fusco, confirmed his death to CBS News affiliate WTSP in Tampa.
Body believed to be missing Tampa mom found
Police believe they have found the body of Sylvia Pagan days after her daughter was found safe.
Suspect arrested in Tampa shooting that killed 2, injured 18
Police said there are several bars and nightclubs in the area where the shooting occurred, with hundreds of people in the streets at the time.
Police investigating death of former NFL wide receiver Mike Williams
The Tampa Police Department said they were informed of allegations that Williams, who was hospitalized in early September following a construction site accident in Hillsborough County, Florida, was provided unprescribed narcotics by a visitor.
Mysterious case of Caribbean sea urchin die-off solved by scientists
The killer of the "mystery novel"-like die-off has been linked to other widespread marine deaths, but this is the first time it's been linked to urchins, which are vital to coral reef survival.
Video shows bouncers stop armed man from entering strip club
Video shows security guards holding down the armed man and potentially saving "dozens of lives."
"Emotional support" boa constrictor discovered by TSA at Tampa International Airport
A woman attempted to bring a boa constrictor through a TSA checkpoint at Tampa International Airport last month, officials said.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall on Gulf Coast
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Trump announces Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks intense backlash
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NYPD body camera footage shows aftermath of ICE agent shooting
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