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Historic Black communities often overlooked before and after disaster strikes
Weather watchers everywhere were astounded to see Hurricane Beryl ramp up in just two days from tropical storm strength to a Category 5 behemoth packing wind speeds of 165 mph. Its July 1 emergence as a Category 4 storm and growth the next day to Cat 5 strength were the...
More widespread thunderstorms during this week
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sunday evening storms developed with a few downpours. Ward Lake, on the east side of Bradenton, picked up a half inch (0.53″), the east side of Sarasota almost a half inch (0.43″) and 0.75″ in east Venice. We’ll see more widespread afternoon and evening storms to start the week.
Gen Z gets better, sweatier together with Pinellas Run Club
In just a year, young Tampa Bay newcomers have taken Pinellas Run Club from a group of seven friends and family into a diverse swarm of around 150 taking over St. Petersburg twice a week.The big picture: Tech is failing the loneliness crisis, so Gen Z is turning to old-fashioned sweat and shoelaces.Running is lapping other sports across fitness trackers, and Gen Z is setting the pace.What they're saying: "When you sweat with someone you build another type of relationship than if you were to just go grab coffee or a beer," Brent Thomas, who runs the club with his...
Sam Greco Endorsed by FL NFIB, FL Chamber of Commerce, St. Augustine Business Coalition
It has been an exciting week on the campaign trail for Sam Greco. NFIB’s Florida PAC, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, and the St. Augustine Business Coalition have all thrown their support behind Greco in the past week. Greco’s campaign continues to gain momentum. He now has the support...
Increased law enforcement in Sun City, officials say
SUN CITY, Sc. (WTOC) - According to the Beaufort County Sherriff’s office, residents of Sun City and surrounding areas can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence. They ask to please report any suspicious activity by calling their non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777.
Rays pitcher hospitalized with unusual infection
A pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays is going to the injured list for a very unusual reason. Rays manager Kevin Cash revealed to reporters Sunday that right-hander Ryan Pepiot was hospitalized this week with a right knee infection. Pepiot, who was admitted to Columbia University Medical Center to receive some antibiotics, has been placed... The post Rays pitcher hospitalized with unusual infection appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
BUSINESS PEOPLE: Safe Children VP speaks at Fundraising Day in N.Y.
Safe Children Coalition’s vice president of communications and community engagement, Jacqueline House, recently spoke at Fundraising Day in New York, a prominent one-day conference in the realm of philanthropy. The annual event, presented by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, New York City chapter, attracts more than 1,000 fundraisers each...
2 pit bulls found at Tampa middle school as 'dog dumping' becomes growing trend in Bay Area
TAMPA, Fla. - Pit bulls Biggie and Bertha had their ears cropped for fighting so that adversaries couldn’t grab them with their teeth. It appears the ear cropping was a backyard job done inhumanely. "They give them whiskey or other alcohol to try and dull the pain, but really...
Tampa police investigating deadly shooting
TAMPA, Fla. — An investigation is underway into a shooting in the North Tampa neighborhood after a man died from his injuries. Officers responded around 1 p.m. Monday to the area of East Poinsettia Avenue and North 10th Street, according to a Tampa Police Department news release. When they...
Nominating a new candidate and how it works
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Since Biden has stepped down from running in the 2024 presidential campaign, many questions have been raised on how a new candidate can be nominated. Political Science Professor at New College, Dr. Frank Alcock joined ABC7 to discuss the next steps for nominating a presidential candidate.
Hillsborough School Board to debate lawsuit for November referendum
TAMPA, Fla. — The Hillsborough County School Board will meet Monday to explore legal options after the Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners approved but delayed its referendum to raise teacher pay on the November ballot. What You Need To Know. The Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners recently approved but...
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