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Drone hive and new pilots fuel expansion for St. Petersburg Police Department

Drone hive and new pilots fuel expansion for St. Petersburg Police Department

June 14, 2026June 14, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A new class of pilots hopes to elevate the St. Petersburg Police Department’s drone program. This week, the department hosted another round of training…

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Todd Golden ready to begin this season where last one ended: in Tampa

Todd Golden ready to begin this season where last one ended: in Tampa

June 9, 2026June 16, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — Back in March, Florida’s men’s basketball season ended in Tampa. This season, it will start in Tampa. On Monday, Nov. 2, the Orion180 Tip-Off Classic…

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Despite clouds and fog, SpaceX successfully launches Starlink mission

February 26, 2026February 27, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION — While clouds were a bit of a concern, SpaceX was able to successfully launch nearly 30 Starlink satellites atop a Falcon 9 rocket…

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Florida Strawberry Festival 2026: Dates, entertainment, food and more

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

PLANT CITY, Fla. — The 91st annual Florida Strawberry Festival will make its return to Plant City on Thursday. Guests can celebrate the history of the Florida strawberry…

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Crew-11 astronaut with mission-ending medical issue identifies self

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION — In a prepared statement, NASA astronaut Mike Fincke revealed that it was he who suffered a medical issue onboard the International Space Station…

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Residents express concerns over plans for Polk agriculture center

February 24, 2026February 26, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — County leaders presented plans to the community Tuesday night for an agriculture center. While the county believes the facility will be an economic boost, others are not…

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NASA to roll back its Artemis II moon rocket for repairs

February 23, 2026February 25, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — On Wednesday morning, NASA will begin its Artemis II moon rocket’s long march back to the Vehicle Assembly Building to begin repairs after a helium…

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SpaceX launches Starlink satellites into nice skies

February 23, 2026February 25, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION — The weather was mighty fine for a Tuesday evening Starlink launch.  What You Need To Know The Falcon 9 rocket sent up…

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Hillsborough County Public Defender brings free legal help directly to community

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — In a first-of-its-kind event, the Hillsborough County Public Defender’s Office offered free legal help and additional resources in Tampa. The initiative is called PD…

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Secret Service: armed man shot, killed after entering perimeter of Mar-a-Lago

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

WASHINGTON (AP) — An armed man drove into the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida, before being shot and killed early Sunday…

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Secret Service: armed man shot, killed after entering perimeter of Mar-a-Lago

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An armed man drove into the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida, as another vehicle was exiting before…

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Vets organization aims to bring in younger veterans

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Leaving the military and adjusting to civilian life can be difficult for veterans.  That’s why organizations like Club 214 Land & Sea try to host…

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NASA to rollback Artemis moon rocket due to helium flow issue

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — On Saturday, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman posted on X that due to a helium flow issue, the Artemis II moon rocket will be rolled…

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NASA to rollback Artemis moon rocket due to helium flow issue

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — On Saturday, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman posted on X that due to a helium flow issue, the Artemis II moon rocket will be rolled…

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FAMU’s Dr. Walter L. Smith’s lasting global impact on the Black diaspora

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — This Black History Month, the legacy of former Florida A&M University President Dr. Walter Lee Smith is being remembered not only for strengthening one of the nation’s leading…

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El Niño is set to reappear in time for hurricane season

February 20, 2026February 23, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ORLANDO, Fla. — We’re just 100 days away from the start of the Atlantic hurricane season and while the Atlantic remains quiet right now, it could be quieter…

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NASA conducts second Artemis II wet dress rehearsal

February 19, 2026February 20, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER —  NASA took another crack at fueling its giant moon rocket Thursday after leaks halted the initial dress rehearsal and delayed the first lunar trip by astronauts in more than…

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Universal Orlando announces new multi-day ticket with access to all parks

February 19, 2026February 20, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando unveiled a new multi-day ticket option on Thursday morning, which gives guests access to all four of its theme parks.  What You Need To…

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NASA labels Starliner danger level as Type A, same as Challenger

February 18, 2026February 20, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER —  NASA officials labeled the Boeing Starliner saga — which suffered from helium leaks and thruster issues and its crew had to use SpaceX’s Dragon…

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SpaceX aims to launch nearly 30 Starlink satellites

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION — SpaceX is planning to launch nearly 30 Starlink satellites on Thursday night.   What You Need To Know The company plans to send up…

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