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Rays fans will love MLB Pipeline's updated midseason rankings
MLB Pipeline's long-awaited midseason prospect ranking dropped this week, finally ending the anticipation surrounding which system has made the necessary upgrades since spring training to earn the top spot. The re-rank brought with it fantastic news, as the Tampa Bay Rays claimed the top spot after starting the season at...
Bay area 12-year-old headed to Broadway to perform in 'The Lion King' musical
TAMPA, Fla. — A young Tampa Bay area student will be making a name for himself on Broadway. At 12 years old, Jacob Pham is starring in “The Lion King“ musical in New York City. The Corbett Prep student is playing Young Simba, son of the Lion...
Central Florida Defendants in Julio Foolio Murder Case Held Without Bond
Three Central Florida defendants in the Julio Foolio murder case – the shooting death of rapper Charles Jones – will be held without bond until trial. The State Attorney’s Office successfully argued that Isaiah Chance, Sean Gathright, and Alicia Andrews remain a danger to the community after they, along with two other defendants, plotted to murder the popular rapper, also known by his stage name “Julio Foolio.” The judge ruled in favor of the State Attorney.
Hillsborough schools hope to connect families at new community center
TAMPA, Fla. — As school districts completed their first week of classes, school leaders say it can take some time to get adjusted, especially for students who are new to the area. It’s part of the reason why Hillsborough County school district officials are opening a Family and Community...
Rays lose starting pitcher to injured list
The Rays announced that right-hander Zack Littell has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to fatigue in his throwing shoulder. The placement is retroactive to Aug. 15. Left-hander Tyler Alexander has been called up from Triple-A in the corresponding move. Littell threw five innings of one-run ball in...
DeLuca scores on walkoff error, Rays beat Diamondbacks
Jonny DeLuca scored on an error in the ninth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Arizona 5-4 on Friday night to end the Diamondbacks’ season-high winning streak at six games. DeLuca drew a walk from Justin Martinez (5-3), and scored from first when center fielder Jake McCarthy misplayed Brandon Lowe’s two-out single that deflected up the middle. Corbin Carroll tied it at 4 on a two-out, two-run homer off Rays closer Pete Fairbanks (3-3) in the ninth. It was Fairbanks’ third blown save in 26 chances. Josh Lowe had a two-run single in a three-run eighth inning against Ryan Thompson that put the Rays up 4-2. Arizona has won 20 of 26 since the All-Star break and 30 of 41 since late June.
A beautiful finish to your weekend…
Temperatures this morning will be close to average, in the upper 70s with plenty of sunshine. Stray showers are possible Bay Area northward this afternoon and evening, but only a 10% chance. Highs will rise to the low 90s with slightly higher humidity and feels like temps returning to 100 degrees. Humidity will increase Monday […]
Florida for Harris-Walz Hold “Cat Lady Phone Bank” Events
On Saturday, the Florida for Harris-Walz campaign clapped back at Trump’s presidential running mate JD Vance’s remark about a segment of the Vice President’s supporters being “childless cat ladies.”. Specifically, Vance told Fox News host Tucker Carlson that the United States was run by “a bunch...
Facing South Florida previews the 2024 state primary election
MIAMI — Sunday is the last day of early voting across South Florida and the Florida primary is two days later.CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede and his guests take a look at the major races that voters will be deciding which include the Miami-Dade County mayoral race and the race for Miami-Dade Sheriff. A field of 15 candidates who want to be the county's first sheriff in some 60 years, will be narrowed to two.Another topic that will be discussed is the fact that early voting and mail-in ballots are down from four years ago. Looking ahead to...
Heat and humidity on the rise for Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. – Sunday starts off nice in the mid-to-upper 70s, but with plenty of sunshine the heat will settle in quickly. Expect highs to range from the upper 80s and low 90s along the coast to the low and even mid 90s inland. Humidity will rise throughout the day as well making it feel a bit muggier than it has been over the last day or so. Heat indices will be near 100 degrees.
Flooding, Thunderstorms, Waterspouts For South Florida
MIAMI, Florida - Scattered to numerous thunderstorms could bring gusty winds up to 50 mph, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours this afternoon across South Florida on Sunday, August 18, 2024, according to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center. Excessive rainfall from slow-moving thunderstorms could lead to localized flooding, particularly...
Florida Lottery Mega Millions, Jackpot Triple Play results for August 16, 2024
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Friday, August 16, 2024 Winning Mega Millions numbers from August 16 drawing ...
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