TAMPA, Fla. – A water main break has forced the closure of the westbound lane of East 8th Avenue between North 21st Street and North 19th Street in Tampa. The Tampa Water Department is currently on site working to repair the break. Barricades and signs…
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Florida Recreational Red Grouper Harvest, Lane Snapper Opens In Gulf State Waters Jan. 1
Florida anglers can look forward to the start of the recreational harvest season for red grouper and lane snapper in Gulf state waters, set to open on January 1, 2025. This annual event provides fishing enthusiasts the opportunity to target these popular species in Florida’s…
Christmas Day Horror: Elderly Man Attacks Wife, Then Himself In Largo
LARGO, Fla. – A Christmas Day domestic disturbance in Largo has left a woman in critical condition and her husband facing attempted murder charges. Largo Police responded to a call on Pinecone Way on December 25th, where the caller, 78-year-old Jonathan McPhee, stated that he…
KULR Technology Group Invests $21 Million In Bitcoin As Part Of Treasury Strategy
KULR Technology Group Inc. (NYSE American: KULR), a leader in advanced energy management platforms, has announced the completion of its first Bitcoin purchase as part of a recently unveiled treasury strategy. The company acquired 217.18 Bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $21 million, at an average price…
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Traffic Alert: Water Main Break Closes Lane On East 8th Avenue In Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. – A water main break has forced the closure of the westbound lane of East 8th Avenue between North 21st Street and North 19th Street in Tampa. The Tampa Water Department is currently on site working to repair the break. Barricades and signs…
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Florida Recreational Red Grouper Harvest, Lane Snapper Opens In Gulf State Waters Jan. 1
Florida anglers can look forward to the start of the recreational harvest season for red grouper and lane snapper in Gulf state waters, set to open on January 1, 2025. This annual event provides fishing enthusiasts the opportunity to target these popular species in Florida’s…
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Christmas Day Horror: Elderly Man Attacks Wife, Then Himself In Largo
LARGO, Fla. – A Christmas Day domestic disturbance in Largo has left a woman in critical condition and her husband facing attempted murder charges. Largo Police responded to a call on Pinecone Way on December 25th, where the caller, 78-year-old Jonathan McPhee, stated that he…
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KULR Technology Group Invests $21 Million In Bitcoin As Part Of Treasury Strategy
KULR Technology Group Inc. (NYSE American: KULR), a leader in advanced energy management platforms, has announced the completion of its first Bitcoin purchase as part of a recently unveiled treasury strategy. The company acquired 217.18 Bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $21 million, at an average price…
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Russia Turns To Bitcoin For International Payments Amid Sanctions
Russian companies have started using bitcoin and other digital currencies for international payments following legislative changes aimed at countering Western sanctions, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov announced on Wednesday. The move is part of Moscow’s broader strategy to circumvent financial restrictions that have complicated trade with…
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Biden Condemns Russian Christmas Day Attacks On Ukraine, Pledges More U.S. Arms Shipments
President Joe Biden on Wednesday strongly condemned Russia’s large-scale Christmas Day missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, which targeted critical energy infrastructure and caused casualties and significant damage. Biden vowed that the U.S. would continue to deliver weapons and support to bolster Ukraine’s defense efforts…
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2 Dead In Riverview Christmas Night Crash: Florida Highway Patrol
RIVERVIEW, Fla. – A three-vehicle crash on Wednesday night in Hillsborough County has claimed the lives of two people. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to the fatal collision on U.S. 301 at Ambleside Boulevard in Riverview around 8:00 PM on Wednesday. READ: Pedestrian Killed…
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Record-Breaking Extreme Weather In 2024 Costs U.S. $500 Billion In Damages, Economic Losses
The year 2024 has officially gone down as one of the most catastrophic in U.S. weather history, with damages and economic losses from hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, flooding, and extreme heat surpassing $500 billion—nearly 2% of the nation’s gross domestic product. “We witnessed a historic year…
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Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – December 26, 2024
While many are still enjoying their holiday feasts, the fish are biting along Florida’s Gulf Coast! Here’s the latest fishing report to help you plan your next trip. Water Temperature: Water temperatures are cooling down, ranging from the mid-50s to low 60s. Weather: Expect a…
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Exploring Tampa’s Cultural Landmarks: A Traveler’s Guide
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa, Florida, is a treasure trove of cultural and historical landmarks that offer a window into the city’s vibrant past and dynamic present. From world-class museums to eclectic art galleries and grand theaters, Tampa’s cultural scene beckons travelers with a mix of…
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AccuWeather Predicts Mixed Bag Of Weather For New Year’s Eve Celebrations Across The US
As the countdown to 2025 begins, AccuWeather meteorologists have released their New Year’s Eve forecast, offering a glimpse of what revelers can expect across the United States. The forecast predicts a mixed bag of weather, with the potential for rain and snow in the Northeast,…
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Pedestrian Killed In Christmas Eve Crash In Lakeland
LAKELAND, Fla. – A 69-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross East Edgewood Drive in Lakeland on Christmas Eve. The incident occurred around 7:39 PM on Tuesday, December 24th, near the 2100 block of East Edgewood Drive. According to witnesses…
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Florida Sen. Scott’s FISHES Act, To Expedite Fishery Disaster Relief, Passes Senate
The Senate has passed the Fishery Improvement to Streamline Untimely Regulatory Hurdles post Emergency Situation Act (FISHES Act), a bipartisan effort led by Senators Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska). The legislation, designed to improve the federal regulatory…
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Trial For Would-Be Trump Assassin In Florida Delayed To September 2025
The trial of Ryan Routh, a 58-year-old Hawaii resident accused of attempting to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump in South Florida, has been rescheduled to September 8, 2025, according to an order issued by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon on Monday. Routh, who has pleaded not…
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Trump’s Border Czar Has Plan For ‘Super’ Sanctuary California County Wanting To Shield Its Criminal Migrants From ICE
Tom Homan, the incoming border czar for the Trump administration, has a plan to deal with a major jurisdiction that recently doubled down on a statewide sanctuary law. Earlier in December, the Democrat-controlled San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted to expand on a California sanctuary policy…
Sports
Dedication? Patience? Meet USF Linebacker Mac Harris
TAMPA, Fla. – Future student-athletes attending USF might want to learn about the collegiate career of Mac Harris. It is not that the linebacker’s stats have lit up box scores the past few years, though he has lit up many ball carriers in 2024. Rather,…
Tampa Bay Lightning And Florida Panthers Renew Rivalry
TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers renew their heated rivalry on Sunday at Amalie Arena. The two teams faced off in a thrilling first-round playoff series earlier this year, with the Panthers emerging victorious. Both teams have strong offensive firepower, led…
Gators Overcome Early Sloppiness To Win Gasparilla Bowl
TAMPA, Fla. – Much of the build-up among Gator Nation heading into Friday afternoon’s Gasparilla Bowl against Tulane swirled around quarterback DJ Lagway. After all, it was the true freshman who was a savior of sorts in starting the final six games of the regular…
Appeals Court Denies ACC Rehearing In Legal Dispute With Florida State University
A Florida appeals court on Thursday denied a request by the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for a rehearing in a legal battle with Florida State University (FSU) over issues including sports media rights and the university’s potential departure from the conference. The ACC sought a…
Cops And Crime
Illegal Immigrant “Fanned The Flames” After Catching Woman On Fire In New York Subway
A horrific incident on a New York City subway has left a woman dead and an illegal immigrant facing murder and arson charges. 33-year-old Sebastian Zapeta was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the death of a woman who was set on fire inside an…
WATCH: Police In Florida Spread Holiday Cheer With $100 “Secret Santa” Traffic Stops
OCALA, Fla. – Ocala Police Department officers brought holiday cheer to local drivers by turning routine traffic stops into moments of joy this Christmas season. In a festive twist, officers stopped 20 drivers and initially explained the reasons for the traffic stops. But instead of…
Cold Case
Pasco County Woman, Missing Since October, Spotted In Naples In Collier County
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 51-year-old Molly Curnutte, who has been missing since December 9th. Curnutte was last seen in the Radio Road area of Naples in Collier County. She is described as 5’6″…
Michigan Woman Seeks Answers After Her Mom Vanishes In Florida
With Christmas just two days away, a Michigan woman is desperately seeking answers in the disappearance of her mother, Sharon Marie Cleaveland, who vanished from Daytona Beach three months ago. 57-year-old Cleaveland was last seen on September 18th at her residence at 1105 Hillcrest Drive,…
Pasco County Sheriff: Mariah Tillery Located Safe
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Mariah Tillery has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Previous Report: Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are actively searching for Mariah Tillery, a 24-year-old woman who was last seen on December 16 in the Causeway Boulevard area of…
Florida Agriculture
Hurricane Milton: Florida Agricultural Production Losses Top $190M, UF Economists Estimate
Hurricane Milton caused agricultural production losses with an estimated value between $190.4 million and $642.7 million in Florida, according to a preliminary report by the UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP). The report is based on a diverse set of baseline data and surveys UF/IFAS…
Florida TaxWatch Highlights Alarming Decline Of State’s Citrus Industry
Florida’s citrus industry, once a cornerstone of the state’s economy and identity, is facing a steep decline, according to a new report by Florida TaxWatch. The report, The Continuing Decline of Florida’s Citrus Industry, sheds light on the challenges threatening the sector, including diseases, natural…
Application Cycle Open In Florida For Rural And Family Lands Protection Program
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the opening of the application cycle for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, inviting farmers and ranchers to apply for easements aimed at preserving working agricultural operations. Landowners can submit applications online through January 29, 2025, as…
Politics
Russia Turns To Bitcoin For International Payments Amid Sanctions
Russian companies have started using bitcoin and other digital currencies for international payments following legislative changes aimed at countering Western sanctions, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov announced on Wednesday. The move is part of Moscow’s broader strategy to circumvent financial restrictions that have complicated trade with…
Biden Condemns Russian Christmas Day Attacks On Ukraine, Pledges More U.S. Arms Shipments
President Joe Biden on Wednesday strongly condemned Russia’s large-scale Christmas Day missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, which targeted critical energy infrastructure and caused casualties and significant damage. Biden vowed that the U.S. would continue to deliver weapons and support to bolster Ukraine’s defense efforts…
Lottery
Mystery Winner In New Jersey Claims $1.12 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot After 9 Months
A lucky lottery player in New Jersey has finally come forward to claim a massive $1.12 billion Mega Millions jackpot, ending months of speculation about the winner’s identity. The winning ticket, sold at ShopRite Liquor #781 in Neptune Township, matched all six numbers in the…
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars To $1.15 Billion For Friday’s Drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to a staggering $1.15 billion after no winning ticket was drawn on Tuesday, making it the largest prize ever offered in the month of December. This marks the seventh time in the game’s history that the jackpot has surpassed…
From Winter Haven To St. Augustine And Miami, 4 Florida Lottery Scratch-Off Players Win BIG
The Florida Lottery announced a string of exciting wins last week, with four lucky players claiming million-dollar prizes from various Scratch-Off games. These winners, hailing from across the state, joined the ranks of instant millionaires after their purchases turned small investments into life-changing payouts. Winter…
Florida Players Have A Chance At Mega Millions $862M Jackpot, Largest December Prize Ever
The MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot has soared to a staggering $862 million for tonight’s drawing, marking the largest prize ever offered in December. The jackpot has rolled over 28 times since the September 13, 2024, drawing, generating excitement among players nationwide. Florida residents have the chance…