Two Family Members Struck By Lightning In Tampa
Two family members are now recovering, after both were struck by lightning over the weekend...and survived!
Spring Training
Spring Training Report: MLB Takes Coronavirus Precautions
MLB takes precautions in the face of coronavirus, but has no current plans to cancel or delay Spring Training or regular season games.
Spring Training Report: Aaron Judge Now Among Mounting Yankees Injuries
The Yankees, who won the AL East in 2019 despite injuries, already face Spring Training concerns with Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton ailing.
Spring Training Report: White Sox' Luis Robert, Other Possible Future All-Stars Take Field
Another banner crop of young talent, including Luis Robert of the White Sox and Jo Adell of the Angels, is set to make their marks on MLB.
Spring Training Report: Here Comes Opening Day
Opening Day 2019 marks the end of Spring Training, with all 30 MLB team in action. Who are the division favorites going into the season?
Spring Training Report: Injury Update As Season Nears
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw and New York Yankees ace Luis Severino are both nursing injuries heading into the 2019 MLB season.
Spring Training Report: MLB Contenders Going Into Season
The Yankees, Red Sox and Astros the top contenders in the top-heavy American League, while the National League is wide open.
Spring Training Report: Free Agency Picks Up With Harper Signing
Bryce Harper and Manny Machado sign big contracts with the Phillies and Padres respectively, while Nolan Arenado stays with the Rockies.
Proposed MLB Rule Changes To Speed Up Games
MLB and MLBPA are looking at instituting a pitch clock and restricting mound visits as ways to speed up baseball games and add excitement.
Spring Training Report: Astros Favored To Get Most Wins
Astros open as win-total favorites, while MLB looks to speed up games, as Spring Training moves into its second week.
Spring Training Report: The Boys Are Back In Town
Winter is beginning to thaw, which can mean only one thing: it's time for baseball to return!
(AUDIO) Alex Cobb Is Ready To Get Rolling
Does The Rays Lineup Have Enough?
Best Places To Visit Off Season In The US
New Orleans, Orlando, Maui, Phoenix, and San Francisco are among the best places to visit in the U.S. in the off season.
2013 Spring Training Preview: Atlanta Braves
2013 Spring Training Preview: Philadelphia Phillies
2013 Spring Training Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates
2013 Spring Training Preview: Detroit Tigers
(Audio) Desmond Jennings Joins The Commish
Rays Spring Training Tickets Go On Sale Next Week
Best Weekend Events: Strawberries, Reba, Spring Training, American Idol Concert
This is the best time of year. The weather's beautiful. Spring Training is in full swing and the Strawberry Festival will thrill you and stuff you. There's a ton of great concerts too: from hip hop to Reba - to an American Idol pet owner concert in the park - this weekends got it all! We have gathered a list of the best events in Tampa Bay for the weekend of March 9-11.
Twins Keep Rays Winless
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — Scott Baker pitched two hitless innings in his spring debut as the Minnesota Twins beat the Tamps Bay Rays 3-2 on Tuesday. The outing was a good sign for Baker, who went 8-6 with a 3.14 ERA for the Twins before an elbow injury ended his 2011 season.
The Best 9 Weekend Events: Gasparilla Race, Strawberry Fest & Spring Training
It's another action packed weekend in Tampa Bay. Here is our list of the top 9 events in the north, south, east and west parts of the greater Tampa Bay area for Friday - Sunday, March 2-4, 2012.
Best Opening Weekend Fun With The Florida Grapefruit League
It's such an American sign of spring: millions of baseball fans altering their lives to watch their teams train in Florida in March. Whether your heart belongs to the Tampa Bay Rays, the New York Yankees or the Philadelphia Phillies, learn your team with this guide to the Florida Grapefruit League.
Braves Pitcher Gets Concussion In Kissimmee Car Accident
Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson has been diagnosed with a mild concussion after wrecking on his way to spring training.
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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declares State of Emergency
Gov. Brian Kemp issued a State of Emergency for the state of Georgia on Thursday afternoon with concerns related to release of the Tyre Nichols video.
Emergency teams all over the tampa bay area are getting their last minute preparations done to make sure everyone stays safe.
Emergency teams all over the tampa bay area are getting their last minute preparations done to make sure everyone stays safe.
The Tampa Police Department Dive Team is warning the public about bead pollution during Gasparilla.
The Tampa Police Department Dive Team is warning the public about bead pollution during Gasparilla.
Life insurance mistakes to avoid
As you embark on the life insurance process, steer clear of these mistakes.
RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel elected to fourth consecutive term
Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel was elected to a fourth consecutive term Friday.
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Alternative ways to celebrate Gasparilla
Local business owners are giving us an inside look at how you can make the best of your experience this weekend.
SAKS
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced an online database is now giving survivors of sexual violence the power to know more about the findings in their case.
Governor DeSantis proposes 'Teacher's Bill of Rights', raising teachers' pay,
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Monday a legislative proposal to create a Teacher's Bill of Rights to empower educators and invest more in teacher pay.
Four Tampa police officers receive 'Life Saving Award' for heroic efforts
Tampa police officers were recognized for their bravery and quick response Thursday afternoon during an awards ceremony.
Tampa Bay cold weather shelters asking for help with donations
For the first time this year – and after a strong cold front pushed through the bay area - cold weather shelters opened up over the weekend. Organizations like the homeless leadership alliance help get the job done.
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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."
Father and son sentenced to life in prison for federal hate crimes in Ahmaud Arbery's killing
Two of the three white men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery as he jogged through a Georgia neighborhood in early 2020 were sentenced to life in prison Monday for federal hate crimes.
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FDA indicates need to better regulate CBD products and plans to work with Congress on new rules
CBD products will require a new regulatory pathway, the US Food and Drug Administration said Thursday, and the agency plans to work with Congress to develop a strategy.
What scientists say about the real-life zombie fungi that inspired HBO's "The Last of Us"
The zombies are identifiable by the fungi bursting from their bodies: a thicket of spiky tendrils, a miniature garden of mushroom-like fruiting bodies.
Georgia prosecutor won't charge deputy in 2022 shooting
A middle Georgia prosecutor says he won't pursue criminal charges against a sheriff's deputy who in February 2022 shot and killed a man who had been reported as suicidal.
Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest
Damar Hamlin has been released after being hospitalized for more than a week due to a cardiac arrest he suffered during "Monday Night Football" more than a week ago.
A US federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
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RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel elected to fourth consecutive term
Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel was elected to a fourth consecutive term Friday.
House Republicans seeks new restrictions on use of US oil stockpile
For the second time this month, House Republicans are seeking to restrict presidential use of the nation's emergency oil stockpile.
US military operation kills senior ISIS leader in Somalia
A US military operation killed a senior ISIS leader and 10 members of the terror group in northern Somalia on Wednesday, two senior Biden administration officials said on Thursday.
Meta says it will restore Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts
Facebook parent Meta said on Wednesday that it will restore former President Donald Trump's accounts on Facebook and Instagram in the coming weeks.
National Archives considering asking past presidents and vice presidents to look again for classified materials
The National Archives is looking into sending letters to all living former presidents and vice presidents, asking them go through their records to ensure there are no classified materials.
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Police release pics of car dragged under semi for 8 miles
A crash report says a 28-year-old driver drive her Kia through a red light off of I-435 and lodged it into the side of a semi-truck. The truck dragged the car for the next 8 miles, police said.
Newly discovered asteroid makes one of the closest approaches of Earth
An asteroid the size of a box truck made one of the closest passes of planet Earth ever recorded on Thursday evening.
Germany and US announce plans to send tanks to Ukraine
Germany confirmed it will send a long-demanded contingent of Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine in a major sign of support for Kyiv that will be matched by the United States.
Wage theft often goes unpunished across the nation despite systems in place to combat it
Many wage theft victims are never paid a dime. Others are left waiting for months or even years, a Now News investigation found.
Georgia election probe report to remain secret for now
A judge says that a final report from a special grand jury that investigated possible interference in the 2020 election in Georgia by then-President Donald Trump will remain under wraps for now.
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Saudi Arabia shocks Argentina 2-1 at World Cup
Goals by Saleh Alshehri and Salem Aldawsari in a five-minute span in the second half gave the Saudis their greatest win ever.
Sonic the Hedgehog co-creator arrested for alleged insider trading
Renowned programmer Yuji Naka is accused of buying shares in a game company knowing it was about to release a new title.
Fans chant "We want beer!" at World Cup after alcohol banned
Qatar decided to ban alcohol sales at venues hosting World Cup matches. Ecuador's fans made some noise about it during their win against the host.
Teams abandon plan to wear "One Love" armbands at World Cup
Their decision came after FIFA threatened to penalize players wearing the anti-discrimination bands during games, the teams said in a statement.
"Close call" as explosions rock Ukraine's Russian-occupied nuke plant
"We were fortunate a potentially serious nuclear incident did not happen. Next time, we may not be so lucky," the IAEA chief warned.
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College basketball broadcaster Billy Packer dies at 82
Billy Packer, an Emmy award-winning college basketball broadcaster who covered 34 Final Fours for NBC and CBS, died Thursday. He was 82.
Chris Stapleton, Babyface to sing at Super Bowl LVII pregame
Country music star Chris Stapleton will hit next month's Super Bowl stage to sing the national anthem, while R&B legend Babyface will perform "America the Beautiful."
Damar Hamlin attending his 1st Bills game since cardiac arrest
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin made his first public appearance since going into cardiac arrest after making a tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals three weeks ago, waving to fans from a stadium suite on Sunday.
The CW Network and LIV Golf enter multi-year agreement
The CW Network and LIV Golf announced on Thursday they have entered into a multi-year broadcast and streaming agreement for the young golf promotion beginning with the 2023 season.
Tickets to go on sale for possible AFC championship game in Atlanta
The NFL has directed the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills to begin selling tickets for a possible AFC championship game in Atlanta on Jan. 29.
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Pamela Anderson defends Tim Allen after flashing allegation
"Tim is a comedian, it's his job to cross the line. I'm sure he had no bad intentions."
Jay Leno suffers broken bones in motorcycle accident
"But I'm OK!" Leno said. "I'm OK, I'm working. I'm working this weekend."
"Shrinking" premieres Friday on Apple TV+
Harrison Ford is therapist to Jason Segel's therapist in the new Apple TV+ comedy-drama series "Shrinking."
Taylor Swift teases release of 'Lavender Haze' music video
"Lavender Haze" is the third music video to debut from her 2022 "Midnights" album.
John Mayer is hitting the road for his first acoustic tour
The 19-date tour will stop at arenas across North America and is set to kick off on March 11 in New Jersey.
Consumer News
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Federal consumer official calls gas stove usage a "hidden hazard"; Agency proposes ban
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Soaring egg prices bringing sticker shock to consumers and businesses nationwide
Egg prices are up significantly more than other foods — even more than chicken or turkey — because egg farmers were hit harder by the bird flu.
Southwest Airlines under scrutiny after wave of storm cancellations
The DOT said it will look into flight cancellations by Southwest Airlines that have left travelers stranded at airports across the country amid an intense winter storm.
Target recalls Pillowfort weighted blankets for kids after two deaths
Target stores are recalling more than 200,000 weighted blankets for children that have been sold by the retailer from December 2018 through September 2022.
Samsung recalls more than 600,000 top-loading washers due to fire hazard
Samsung has recalled about 663,500 washing machines due to a fire hazard, according to the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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The Tampa Police Department Dive Team is warning the public about bead pollution during Gasparilla.
The Tampa Police Department Dive Team is warning the public about bead pollution during Gasparilla.
The Breakdown: Lawmakers and Insider Trading
How to prevent Washington lawmakers from benefiting from insider trading
The Breakdown: ChatGPT - The next "big thing?"
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence model that can generate human-like text with uncanny accuracy. However, concerns about misuse of the platform leave some experts very worried about its availability.
Local businesses highlight alternative ways to celebrate Gasparilla
Local business owners are giving us an inside look at how you can make the best of your experience this weekend.
Teachers in Manatee County Schools close off their classroom libraries to students until all books h
Teachers in Manatee County Schools say they are having to close off their classroom libraries to students until all books have been reviewed.
