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As abnormally cold temperatures settle across the Tampa Bay region, cold weather shelters are opening their doors to provide warmth, meals, and safety for people in need.
Volunteers needed as cold weather shelters open across Tampa Bay
As abnormally cold temperatures settle across the Tampa Bay region, cold weather shelters are opening their doors to provide warmth, meals, and safety for people in need.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:46 PM
As abnormally cold temperatures settle across the Tampa Bay region, cold weather shelters are opening their doors to provide warmth, meals, and safety for people in need.
Wallet Hub released its 2026 list of the best and worst states to retire, and Florida ranked second in the best places to retire. Read >> https://wfts.tv/4q25yJe
January 28, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Wallet Hub released its 2026 list of the best and worst states to retire, and Florida ranked second in the best places to retire. Read >> https://wfts.tv/4q25yJe
Denton Stewart says the cold is draining car batteries and keeping repair shops busy. Tampa Bay 28’s Annette Gutierrez gathered his insight while reporting on the freeze’s impact on drivers. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/3ZGy5cw
January 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Denton Stewart says the cold is draining car batteries and keeping repair shops busy. Tampa Bay 28’s Annette Gutierrez gathered his insight while reporting on the freeze’s impact on drivers. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/3ZGy5cw
As AAA warns the cold snap could leave drivers stranded and homes at risk, Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez shares tips on protecting your car and your house. Plus, reporter Rebecca Petit talks to local farmers as they race to protect crops from cold weather.
News to Know for Jan. 28, 2026
AAA warns cold snap could leave Florida drivers stranded and homes at risk as local farmers race to protect crops from freezing temperatures.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:21 PM
As AAA warns the cold snap could leave drivers stranded and homes at risk, Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez shares tips on protecting your car and your house. Plus, reporter Rebecca Petit talks to local farmers as they race to protect crops from cold weather.
Sunny and chilly weather continues today. Meteorologist Greg Dee says we're waking up to another cold start this morning with temperatures in the 30s.
Forecast: Sunny with highs near 60
Florida's Most Accurate Forecast for Tampa Bay from Tampa Bay 28 Meteorologist Greg Dee for Wednesday, Jan.28, 2026— (Mostly sunny, highs in the upper 50s)
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January 28, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Sunny and chilly weather continues today. Meteorologist Greg Dee says we're waking up to another cold start this morning with temperatures in the 30s.
The field design honors Tampa's history as the Lightning prepare to face the Bruins in the Stadium Series showdown.
Tampa’s NHL Stadium Series embraces pirate theme at Raymond James Stadium
The field design honors Tampa's history as the Lightning prepare to face the Bruins in the Stadium Series showdown.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:30 AM
The field design honors Tampa's history as the Lightning prepare to face the Bruins in the Stadium Series showdown.
Government officials have defended the strikes as necessary to stem the flow of drugs into the United States but many legal experts say they amount to a brazen violation of the laws of armed conflict.
Families of 2 men killed in boat strike sue Trump administration over attack they call 'unlawful'
Families of two Trinidadian nationals killed in a Trump administration boat strike last October are suing the federal government.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Government officials have defended the strikes as necessary to stem the flow of drugs into the United States but many legal experts say they amount to a brazen violation of the laws of armed conflict.
The Doomsday Clock is as close to midnight as ever as scientists warn the world is "perilously close to global disaster."
Doomsday clock now 85 seconds to midnight, closest it's ever been to 'global disaster'
The Doomsday Clock is as close to midnight as ever as scientists warn the world is "perilously close to global disaster."
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January 28, 2026 at 10:15 AM
The Doomsday Clock is as close to midnight as ever as scientists warn the world is "perilously close to global disaster."
Wallet Hub released its 2026 list of the best and worst states to retire, and Florida ranked second in the best places to retire.
Florida ranks second in 2026 best states to retire: WalletHub
Wallet Hub released its 2026 list of the best and worst states to retire, and Florida ranked second in the best places to retire.
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January 28, 2026 at 7:15 AM
Wallet Hub released its 2026 list of the best and worst states to retire, and Florida ranked second in the best places to retire.
More than 80,000 K-Cup pods have been recalled because of a labeling error that could lead to someone consuming more caffeine than they anticipated.
Thousands of McCafé K-Cups recalled over labeling error
More than 80,000 K-Cup pods have been recalled because of a labeling error that could lead to someone consuming more caffeine than they anticipated.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:15 AM
More than 80,000 K-Cup pods have been recalled because of a labeling error that could lead to someone consuming more caffeine than they anticipated.
Robinson will now be calling plays for a talented Bucs’ offense led by a familiar face in quarterback Baker Mayfield. The coach and QB briefly worked together with the Los Angeles Rams in 2022.
Zac Robinson introduced as Bucs' offensive coordinator
Robinson will now be calling plays for a talented Bucs’ offense led by a familiar face in quarterback Baker Mayfield. The coach and QB briefly worked together with the Los Angeles Rams in 2022.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:45 AM
Robinson will now be calling plays for a talented Bucs’ offense led by a familiar face in quarterback Baker Mayfield. The coach and QB briefly worked together with the Los Angeles Rams in 2022.
AAA urges Tampa Bay drivers and homeowners to prepare for freezing temperatures that can cause dead batteries and burst pipes.
Cold snap could leave Florida drivers stranded and homes at risk, AAA warns
AAA urges Tampa Bay drivers and homeowners to prepare for freezing temperatures that can cause dead batteries and burst pipes.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:15 AM
AAA urges Tampa Bay drivers and homeowners to prepare for freezing temperatures that can cause dead batteries and burst pipes.
The body of missing kayaker Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas was found on Tuesday morning on Clearwater Beach.
Kayaker missing for over a week found dead on Clearwater Beach: PCSO
The body of missing kayaker Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas was found on Tuesday morning on Clearwater Beach.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:30 AM
The body of missing kayaker Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas was found on Tuesday morning on Clearwater Beach.
From fresh strawberries to shortcake, the strawberry shake remains the top seller at Fancy Farms Market but with freezing temperatures in the forecast, the focus shifts from sales to survival. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4q1NhvK
January 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM
From fresh strawberries to shortcake, the strawberry shake remains the top seller at Fancy Farms Market but with freezing temperatures in the forecast, the focus shifts from sales to survival. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4q1NhvK
The ace of spades card reads “ICE Denver Field Office,” according to Alex Sánchez, president and CEO of the nonprofit Voces Unidas. He said the cards were left inside at least two vehicles last Wednesday.
DHS investigates 'death cards' ICE agents allegedly left inside detainees' cars in Colorado
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is investigating actions by ICE agents in Colorado following reports that agents left ace of spades cards inside the vehicles of detainees.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:30 AM
The ace of spades card reads “ICE Denver Field Office,” according to Alex Sánchez, president and CEO of the nonprofit Voces Unidas. He said the cards were left inside at least two vehicles last Wednesday.
A man wearing a black jacket was tackled to the ground after spraying an unknown substance on U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall she was hosting in Minneapolis on Tuesday.
Man tackled to ground after spraying unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar at Minneapolis town hall
A man wearing a black jacket was tackled to the ground after spraying an unknown substance on U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall she was hosting in Minneapolis on Tuesday.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:00 AM
A man wearing a black jacket was tackled to the ground after spraying an unknown substance on U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall she was hosting in Minneapolis on Tuesday.
State Capitol Reporter Forrest Saunders was at the news conference where lawmakers unveiled their proposals. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/3LGITnY
‘People’s Dreams Are on the Line’: Immigration policy sparks emotional Capitol showdown
Immigration enforcement took center stage at the Florida Capitol this week, as Democratic lawmakers and immigrant advocates warned that aggressive tactics, both in Florida and nationally.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:30 AM
State Capitol Reporter Forrest Saunders was at the news conference where lawmakers unveiled their proposals. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/3LGITnY
The field design honors Tampa's history as the Lightning prepare to face the Bruins in the Stadium Series showdown. Tampa Bay 28’s Erik Waxler has more about the concept after the NHL’s final design reveal. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4pZdMC9
January 28, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The field design honors Tampa's history as the Lightning prepare to face the Bruins in the Stadium Series showdown. Tampa Bay 28’s Erik Waxler has more about the concept after the NHL’s final design reveal. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4pZdMC9
Strawberry growers at Fancy Farms in Lakeland tell Tampa Bay 28 reporter Rebecca Petit the next few nights could make or break the season.
Polk Co. strawberry farmers race to protect crops from freezing temperatures
As we monitor freeze warnings in the area, strawberry growers at Fancy Farms in Lakeland said the next few nights could make or break the season.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Strawberry growers at Fancy Farms in Lakeland tell Tampa Bay 28 reporter Rebecca Petit the next few nights could make or break the season.
NTSB board members were deeply troubled Tuesday over years of ignored warnings before last year's midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk, which killed 67 people.
Investigators say deadly midair collision near DC followed years of ignored warnings about traffic
NTSB board members were deeply troubled Tuesday over years of ignored warnings before last year's midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk, which killed 67 people.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:15 AM
NTSB board members were deeply troubled Tuesday over years of ignored warnings before last year's midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk, which killed 67 people.
Under the new system, passengers' ability to select certain seats will depend on their fare type — similar to other airlines.
January 27, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Under the new system, passengers' ability to select certain seats will depend on their fare type — similar to other airlines.
The trial for a man accused of beating an 8-year-old child to death in 2020 has begun.
Trial for a man accused of beating child to death with belt starts
The Hillsborough State Attorney’s Office, District 13, said the first-degree murder trial for Tyrone Covington has started this week.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The trial for a man accused of beating an 8-year-old child to death in 2020 has begun.
The body of missing kayaker Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas was found Tuesday morning on Clearwater Beach. He was missing for over a week. Read >> https://wfts.tv/3Z3nWGS
January 27, 2026 at 10:02 PM
The body of missing kayaker Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas was found Tuesday morning on Clearwater Beach. He was missing for over a week. Read >> https://wfts.tv/3Z3nWGS
Officers responded to a call in the 1700 block of Tanglewood Drive NE, where they discovered the child, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Child found dead in St. Petersburg home: SPPD
Officers responded to a call at 1760 Tanglewood Drive NE, where they discovered the deceased people, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Officers responded to a call in the 1700 block of Tanglewood Drive NE, where they discovered the child, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
A Citrus County woman accused of killing two of her exes in two different counties last year has entered a plea of not guilty.
Citrus County woman accused of killing 2 of her exes enters not guilty plea: Court records
A Citrus County woman accused of killing two of her exes in two different counties last year has entered a plea of not guilty.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:30 PM
A Citrus County woman accused of killing two of her exes in two different counties last year has entered a plea of not guilty.