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Attorney asks Stetson Law School to denounce Pam Bondi

February 25, 2026February 26, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is under fire about the way she handled the Epstein file release. And the people speaking out are some of…

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Crowded Republican field lines up to take on Democrat Don Davis

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

It’s a small group at the Nashville Exchange in Nash County on a Monday night, a little more than two weeks before the North Carolina primary election. But…

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N.C. toy store owner says impact of Supreme Court tariff decision is unclear

February 20, 2026February 22, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that many of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal. A toy store owner in Charlotte says after the past year’s…

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Cape Canaveral prepares to improve their infrastructure as launch rates increase

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — One city is bracing for the effects of more and more rocket launches from our Space Coast. With 2025 a record-setting year, and 2026…

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Property tax relief measures in Florida could help buyers and sellers, if passed

January 31, 2026February 1, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida lawmakers are considering several proposals that, if voters approve, would potentially reduce property taxes for homeowners across the state. While it’s not clear which proposal lawmakers…

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Florida bills aim to stop capture of vulnerable aquatic animals for exhibits

January 17, 2026January 19, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Endangered species could get some new protections in Florida. Bills have been filed in the Florida House and Senate that would block people from taking…

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Lakeland’s new mayor Sara Roberts McCarley settles into first week

January 15, 2026January 17, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAKELAND, Fla. — Just over a week into her term, Lakeland’s new mayor is hitting the ground running. What You Need To Know Sara Roberts McCarley is Lakeland’s first…

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‘Very disheartening’: Students react to early voting site cuts on campuses

January 14, 2026January 15, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

GREENSBORO, N.C. — College students are reacting after the State Board of Elections decided against early voting locations at multiple campuses. What You Need To Know The State…

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Ohio running mate choices signal campaign focus

January 11, 2026January 11, 2026 · Cleveland, Ohio Local News

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Both Ohio gubernatorial candidates announced their running mates, providing insight into each campaign’s political strategy and priorities ahead of the 2026 election.  What You Need…

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Florida bill takes aim at paper straws

January 10, 2026January 11, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A Florida bill is taking aim at paper straws. A bill has been introduced in both the House and Senate that would require jurisdictions with…

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Proposed legislation could help autistic drivers in Florida interact with police

January 4, 2026January 4, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — Many people who have autism are still able to drive, including Eric Kaiser. However, stressful situations, like being pulled over by police, can make him uncomfortable. What…

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Florida politicians react to U.S. operation in Venezuela

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

FLORIDA — The United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in an extraordinary nighttime operation that was accompanied by a flurry…

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Florida black bear hunt ends Sunday

December 27, 2025December 28, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

FLORIDA — Today marks the final day of a statewide black bear hunt. It’s the first one in Florida since 2015. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission…

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Space Florida hopes to advance aerospace industry with proposed state funding

December 20, 2025December 20, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Last week, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his $117 billion proposal for Florida’s next fiscal year budget. This includes hundreds of millions of dollars going towards…

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Nida Allam challenging Rep. Valerie Foushee in Democratic rematch

December 11, 2025December 12, 2025 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

Durham County Vice Chair Nida Allam is launching her campaign for the Democratic primary in North Carolina’s 4th Congressional District. What You Need To Know Durham County Vice…

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Florida state parks need nearly $760 million in repairs, state report says

December 6, 2025December 29, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

DUNEDIN, Fla. — A new report says Florida state parks are in need of nearly $760 million in repairs over the next decade.  What You Need To Know Report…

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Chad Davis wins runoff election for Winter Haven City Council seat

December 2, 2025December 15, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Chad Davis won Tuesday’s runoff election for Winter Haven’s City Council Seat 4.   Chad Davis got 53.4 percent of the vote while Matthew Crowley garnered 46.6 percent.…

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Florida redistricting committee to meet in 2 weeks

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

FLORIDA — Florida is one of several states looking at potentially redrawing its congressional districts for partisan advantage ahead of next year’s elections. The Florida House Select Committee…

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Pinellas County opts out of Live Local Act tax exemption

November 24, 2025November 25, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — For the second time since Florida passed the Live Local Act, Pinellas County leaders have voted to opt out of part of the law’s affordable…

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Clinic sees drop in patients during Border Patrol activity

November 21, 2025November 24, 2025 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A health clinic that says 90% of its patients are Hispanic saw a dramatic drop in traffic this week, which they attribute to the presence…

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