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Opinion: Another Hurricane Reminds Us Of The Need For An Effective Administration
The 2012 presidential campaign between President Obama and Mitt Romney will be book-ended by hurricanes.
Opinion: Romney: Pay Attention To What I Say, Not What I Do
In an effort to distract voters from his tax records, W. Mitt Romney launched a four pronged push back yesterday. Romney's problem: each move revealed more about the problems with his floundering campaign.
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Coast Guard searching for man overboard from Carnival cruise ship east of Jacksonville
The search for the 35-year-old man is taking place about 185 east of Jacksonville, the Coast Guard said on Tuesday.
Water flowing down hallways of storm-battered Carnival cruise ship terrifies passengers
One passenger asked, "Why would you sail into this storm with 80 miles per hour-plus winds, I mean who does that? What were they thinking?"
People still love Phil Hartman's funny, 25 years after his tragic death
Hartman was fatally shot by his wife Brynn Omdahl on May 28, 1998, before she died by suicide hours later.
Air New Zealand to weigh passengers before boarding their flights in June
Travelers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check in for their flight. Their weight will be entered into a survey the air carrier is conducting, but not visible to agents.
Paul Walker honored by brother Cody who names newborn son after the 'Fast & Furious' star
"Paul William Walker IV and that name goes back four generations. It was important to me to have that name carry on."
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'Make sure that they're OK': Local veteran focuses on veteran mental health on Memorial Day
Our country's fallen soldiers were remembered across Tampa Bay Monday. Families in Bay area cities honored the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
High levels of congestion expected across Tampa Bay roads amid holiday weekend
Nearly 2.4 million Floridians are expected to embark on journeys of at least 50 miles according to AAA.
Tampa students recall Ed Sheeran walking into their band recital Friday
Hillsborough County students say they are still star struck after multi-platinum music artist Ed Sheeran showed up to their classroom Friday.
Before launching presidential campaign, DeSantis signs bill allowing him to run without resigning
In 2007, the Republican-controlled Legislature changed the law to prevent problems for then-Gov. Charlie Crist, who was being considered as a possible running mate for Republican John McCain in 2008.
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Atlanta police release body cam footage from Midtown hospital shooting
Newly released body cam footage from the mass shooting in Midtown shows Atlanta police searching for the suspect, Deion Patterson, 24.
Prosecutors to drop charges against officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting
Prosecutors investigating whether to pursue charges against the Atlanta police officers involved in the June 2020 shooting death of Rayshard Brooks said they plan to have the charges dismissed.
Atlanta Police takes female suspect into custody in deadly Midtown shootings
Atlanta Police said a female suspect has been taken into custody following shootings that left two persons dead and another hurt.
Federal appeals court delays Sen. Lindsey Graham's testimony in Georgia election probe
A federal appeals court agreed to temporarily put on hold a lower court's order requiring that Sen. Lindsey Graham testify before a special grand jury.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp moves to quash subpoena in Fulton County election probe
Kemp's attorneys alleged that the subpoena could "influence the November 2022 election cycle," and called its timing "suspect."
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Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
Local college launches program to help first responders facing mental health setbacks
During Mental Health Awareness month, local law enforcement officers are working alongside education officials to help support each other.
Hernando County teacher under investigation for showing Disney movie with gay character responds
Hernando County teacher Jenna Barbee says her career is on the line after she showed her fifth-grade class a Disney movie that had a gay character in it.
New Palmetto parents talk 'kangaroo care' amid twins early birthday
Monday is Kangaroo Care Awareness Day. It was especially meaningful for a set of Palmetto parents who just gave birth to premature twins.
Tampa Bay lung cancer survivor shares journey amid Lung Cancer Action Week
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Right here in Florida, statistics estimate more people are at risk than any other state across the country.
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Tim Scott once described own police reform bill as a 'defund' bill – before attacking Democrats
Republican presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott once said his 2020 police reform bill would "defund" local police departments from federal grants.
CNN to host Republican town hall with former Vice President Mike Pence June 7
The town hall will be moderated by CNN's Dana Bash on Wednesday, June 7, at 9 p.m. ET from Grand View University in Des Moines.
South Carolina governor signs 6-week abortion bill into law
South Carolina now joins a list of Republican-led states, particularly in the South, that have championed sweeping abortion restrictions.
Montana is banning TikTok. But can the state enforce the law and fend off lawsuits?
Montana Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the law Wednesday expecting a legal fight. The law also faces questions over whether it can actually be enforced.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launches 2024 presidential campaign to challenge Trump
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race on Wednesday, stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest.
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Coast Guard searching for man overboard from Carnival cruise ship east of Jacksonville
The search for the 35-year-old man is taking place about 185 east of Jacksonville, the Coast Guard said on Tuesday.
Water flowing down hallways of storm-battered Carnival cruise ship terrifies passengers
One passenger asked, "Why would you sail into this storm with 80 miles per hour-plus winds, I mean who does that? What were they thinking?"
Air New Zealand to weigh passengers before boarding their flights in June
Travelers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check in for their flight. Their weight will be entered into a survey the air carrier is conducting, but not visible to agents.
Michael Jordan described as 'horrible player' and 'horrible to play with' by ex-teammate Scottie Pippen
Speaking on his former Bulls teammate Stacey King's podcast 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' on Friday, Pippen described Jordan as a "horrible player."
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
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Zelensky makes dramatic Japan appearance as G7 leaders take aim at Russia and China
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky joined leaders of major democracies on Saturday at a summit in Japan dominated by a push to present a unified front against both Russia and China.
Argentina raises interest rate to 97% as it struggles to tackle inflation
The Central Bank of Argentina raised its key interest rate Monday by six percentage points to 97% in an effort to tackle soaring inflation that has reached 30-year highs.
End of Title 42 immigration policy brought fewer migrants than expected, but communities are still on high alert
The expiration of a Covid-related border restriction policy known as Title 42 has so far brought fewer migrant arrivals than expected, but southern border communities still worry about overcrowded migrant processing and detention facilities.
Texas mall massacre gunman identified as witnesses describe horror of the shooting spree that killed 8 people
The man who opened fire Saturday at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas, killing eight people and wounding at least seven others was identified as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, the Texas Department of Public Safety said Sunday.
3 soldiers dead, 1 injured after Army Apache helicopters collide midair while returning from a training flight in Alaska
Three soldiers were killed and another was injured when two AH-64 Apache helicopters collided Thursday as they were flying back from a military training flight near Healy, Alaska, US Army officials said.
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Michael Jordan described as 'horrible player' and 'horrible to play with' by ex-teammate Scottie Pippen
Speaking on his former Bulls teammate Stacey King's podcast 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' on Friday, Pippen described Jordan as a "horrible player."
10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announces his retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
Brittney Griner embraces Vice President Kamala Harris as basketball star marks return to WNBA
Vice President Kamala Harris was among those celebrating the return of Brittney Griner to the WNBA on Friday, five months after the Phoenix Mercury star was released from a Russian penal colony.
Ja Morant suspended by Memphis Grizzlies after 2nd gun-toting social media video emerges
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been suspended from team activities after an Instagram Live video appeared to show him flashing a gun while in a vehicle.
Ja Morant suspended from team activities after second video circulates showing him flash a gun
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been suspended from team activities after an Instagram Live video appearing to show him flashing a gun while in a vehicle with others circulated on social media Sunday, just two months after the athlete was suspended over a similar video.
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People still love Phil Hartman's funny, 25 years after his tragic death
Hartman was fatally shot by his wife Brynn Omdahl on May 28, 1998, before she died by suicide hours later.
Paul Walker honored by brother Cody who names newborn son after the 'Fast & Furious' star
"Paul William Walker IV and that name goes back four generations. It was important to me to have that name carry on."
Tom Hanks addresses America's future in Harvard speech: 'Truth is sacred'
Hanks said, "the truth, to some, is no longer empirical. It's no longer based on data nor common sense nor even common decency."
Edward James Olmos reveals he had throat cancer
"I just finished getting through it. December 20 was my last radiation. The week before, I'd finished my chemo," the veteran television and motion picture actor said.
''The Little Mermaid'' shines, thanks to Halle Bailey and a warm wave of nostalgia
Thanks largely to star Halle Bailey, the lavish musical holds up nicely under the weight of those expectations.
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Peloton is recalling 2 million bikes because seats could break in the middle of a ride
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the seat posts of the bike models involved could break, injuring the riders.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
New York becomes first state to ban natural gas stoves, furnaces in most new buildings
The law requires all-electric heating and cooking in new buildings shorter than seven stories by 2026, and for taller buildings by 2029.
Kroger and its subsidiaries will end weekly grocery specials in newspapers
The ads for Kroger stores and subsidiaries, including Ralphs, Fred Meyer, and King Soopers, will shift online. Printed copies will be available in stores, the company said.
CDC identifies Gold Medal flour as source of salmonella outbreak
Investigators have identified Gold Medal flour as the source of a salmonella outbreak that has infected at least 13 people in 12 states, the CDC said on Monday.
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Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
High levels of congestion expected across Tampa Bay roads amid holiday weekend
Nearly 2.4 million Floridians are expected to embark on journeys of at least 50 miles according to AAA.
Before launching presidential bid, DeSantis signs bill reversing obligation to resign before a run f
A 2007 law to prevent then-Gov. Charlie Crist from being considered as a presidential running mate is now reversed to allow DeSantis to campaign without resigning.
Ed Sheeran surprises Hillsborough County students while in Tampa to support young musicians
Ed Sheeran surprises Hillsborough County students while in Tampa to support young musicians
Law enforcement agencies encourage boater safety
Law enforcement agencies encourage boater safety
