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BRRRRRR 🥶 Record cold temperatures are likely tonight through Tuesday morning, with many Floridians waking up to wind chills in the 20s and 30s. https://www.wfla.com/weather/forecast/record-cold-air-arrives-monday-and-tuesday/
November 11, 2025 at 3:11 AM
BRRRRRR 🥶 Record cold temperatures are likely tonight through Tuesday morning, with many Floridians waking up to wind chills in the 20s and 30s. https://www.wfla.com/weather/forecast/record-cold-air-arrives-monday-and-tuesday/
President Trump asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to throw out a jury’s finding in a civil lawsuit that he sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll and later defamed her. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-trump-asks-supreme-court-to-throw-out-e-jean-carrolls-5-million-verdict/
November 11, 2025 at 3:00 AM
President Trump asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to throw out a jury’s finding in a civil lawsuit that he sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll and later defamed her. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-trump-asks-supreme-court-to-throw-out-e-jean-carrolls-5-million-verdict/
Florida lawmakers aim to focus on rural investments, property taxes next session https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-lawmakers-aim-to-focus-on-rural-investments-property-taxes-next-session/
November 11, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Florida lawmakers aim to focus on rural investments, property taxes next session https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-lawmakers-aim-to-focus-on-rural-investments-property-taxes-next-session/
The Senate began its final votes Monday evening on legislation to reopen the government, bringing the longest shutdown in history closer to an end. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-speaker-johnson-says-house-will-return-to-washington-for-voting-on-shutdown-deal/
November 11, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The Senate began its final votes Monday evening on legislation to reopen the government, bringing the longest shutdown in history closer to an end. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-speaker-johnson-says-house-will-return-to-washington-for-voting-on-shutdown-deal/
Some travelers at the Tampa International Airport are stranded as the government shutdown causes cancellations and delays across the country. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-international-airport-sees-200-delays-nearly-50-cancellations/
November 11, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Some travelers at the Tampa International Airport are stranded as the government shutdown causes cancellations and delays across the country. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-international-airport-sees-200-delays-nearly-50-cancellations/
With the cold snap hitting Tampa Bay this week, people need to make sure they are heating their homes safely. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/hvac-companies-and-fire-departments-encourage-people-to-be-safe-turning-on-the-heat/
November 11, 2025 at 1:20 AM
With the cold snap hitting Tampa Bay this week, people need to make sure they are heating their homes safely. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/hvac-companies-and-fire-departments-encourage-people-to-be-safe-turning-on-the-heat/
The West Palm Beach Police Department said it arrested an impaired driver, noticing a stylish companion in the passenger seat. https://www.wfla.com/news/fashionable-florida-pup-passenger-safe-after-owners-dui-arrest/
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The West Palm Beach Police Department said it arrested an impaired driver, noticing a stylish companion in the passenger seat. https://www.wfla.com/news/fashionable-florida-pup-passenger-safe-after-owners-dui-arrest/
Manatee County commissioners recently authorized staff to expand the Emergency Vehicle Preemption Project, which helps cut down on the time it takes for an ambulance to make it to the hospital.
Manatee County expands program aimed at reducing EMS response times
Manatee County commissioners recently authorized staff to expand the Emergency Vehicle Preemption Project.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Manatee County commissioners recently authorized staff to expand the Emergency Vehicle Preemption Project, which helps cut down on the time it takes for an ambulance to make it to the hospital.
WORLD RECORD: Nik Wallenda and his sister, Lijana, set the world record for the highest and longest criss-cross tight rope walk. https://www.wfla.com/news/sarasota-county/wallendas-set-world-record-for-criss-cross-high-wire-in-sarasota/
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
WORLD RECORD: Nik Wallenda and his sister, Lijana, set the world record for the highest and longest criss-cross tight rope walk. https://www.wfla.com/news/sarasota-county/wallendas-set-world-record-for-criss-cross-high-wire-in-sarasota/
YBOR VICTIM REMEMBERED: Sherman Jones’ sister said his loss has shattered their family. She described him as a man with a smile that could lift a room. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/my-whole-family-is-hurting-sister-remembers-brother-killed-in-ybor-city-crash/
November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
YBOR VICTIM REMEMBERED: Sherman Jones’ sister said his loss has shattered their family. She described him as a man with a smile that could lift a room. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/my-whole-family-is-hurting-sister-remembers-brother-killed-in-ybor-city-crash/
Two men are facing life sentences after being found guilty of killing a 17-year-old Brooksville girl to stop her from testifying against one of them. https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/2-men-found-guilty-of-murder-for-hire-plot-that-killed-17-year-old-assault-survivor/
November 10, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Two men are facing life sentences after being found guilty of killing a 17-year-old Brooksville girl to stop her from testifying against one of them. https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/2-men-found-guilty-of-murder-for-hire-plot-that-killed-17-year-old-assault-survivor/
Bucs with Bowles: Tampa Bay fails to execute against Patriots in Week 10 https://www.wfla.com/sports/buccaneers/bucs-with-bowles-tampa-bay-fails-to-execute-against-patriots-in-week-10/
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Bucs with Bowles: Tampa Bay fails to execute against Patriots in Week 10 https://www.wfla.com/sports/buccaneers/bucs-with-bowles-tampa-bay-fails-to-execute-against-patriots-in-week-10/
REST IN PEACE: Shalisa Johnson was identified as one of four victims of a high-speed crash in Ybor City over the weekend. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/who-were-the-people-killed-in-the-ybor-city-crash-officials-identify-4-victims/
November 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
REST IN PEACE: Shalisa Johnson was identified as one of four victims of a high-speed crash in Ybor City over the weekend. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/who-were-the-people-killed-in-the-ybor-city-crash-officials-identify-4-victims/
BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT SOUGHT: A suspect with a fake limp, cane and neck brace was caught on camera robbing a bank. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/video-suspect-with-fake-limp-cane-and-neck-brace-robs-bank/
November 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM
BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT SOUGHT: A suspect with a fake limp, cane and neck brace was caught on camera robbing a bank. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/video-suspect-with-fake-limp-cane-and-neck-brace-robs-bank/
CAR CHASE: Authorities pursued a stolen vehicle through four Southern California counties on Monday. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/authorities-pursue-stolen-van-through-4-southern-california-counties/
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
CAR CHASE: Authorities pursued a stolen vehicle through four Southern California counties on Monday. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/authorities-pursue-stolen-van-through-4-southern-california-counties/
WHAT TO KNOW: President Trump announced on Sunday that most Americans will receive “at least” $2,000 from the tariff revenue collected by the Trump administration. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/what-to-know-about-trumps-2k-tariff-check-proposal/
November 10, 2025 at 9:40 PM
WHAT TO KNOW: President Trump announced on Sunday that most Americans will receive “at least” $2,000 from the tariff revenue collected by the Trump administration. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/what-to-know-about-trumps-2k-tariff-check-proposal/
Man detained after shooting wife in Sarasota: deputies
Man detained after shooting wife in Sarasota: deputies
A man was detained by Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office deputies after he was accused of shooting his wife on Monday.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Man detained after shooting wife in Sarasota: deputies
DRUG BUST: HCSO said it conducted a month-long investigation into seven Tampa convenience stores, resulting in multiple arrests and seizures of illegal drugs.
https://www.wfla.com/news/deputies-arrest-14-accused-of-selling-synthetic-marijuana-products-at-convenience-stores/
https://www.wfla.com/news/deputies-arrest-14-accused-of-selling-synthetic-marijuana-products-at-convenience-stores/
November 10, 2025 at 8:40 PM
DRUG BUST: HCSO said it conducted a month-long investigation into seven Tampa convenience stores, resulting in multiple arrests and seizures of illegal drugs.
https://www.wfla.com/news/deputies-arrest-14-accused-of-selling-synthetic-marijuana-products-at-convenience-stores/
https://www.wfla.com/news/deputies-arrest-14-accused-of-selling-synthetic-marijuana-products-at-convenience-stores/
Authorities have identified the four people tragically killed over the weekend when a car plowed through a crowded sidewalk in Ybor City. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/who-were-the-people-killed-in-the-ybor-city-crash-officials-identify-4-victims/
November 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Authorities have identified the four people tragically killed over the weekend when a car plowed through a crowded sidewalk in Ybor City. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/who-were-the-people-killed-in-the-ybor-city-crash-officials-identify-4-victims/
A 21-year-old woman had only 8 minutes to get to Little Caesars before it closed, and drove almost double the speed limit to make it happen. https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/woman-going-107-mph-on-us-19-was-trying-to-get-to-little-caesars-before-it-closed-affidavit/
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A 21-year-old woman had only 8 minutes to get to Little Caesars before it closed, and drove almost double the speed limit to make it happen. https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/woman-going-107-mph-on-us-19-was-trying-to-get-to-little-caesars-before-it-closed-affidavit/
Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte said the Trump administration is “working on” a plan to introduce 50-year mortgage terms for home buyers. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/housing-director-confirms-administration-working-on-50-year-mortgage-after-trump-hint/
November 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte said the Trump administration is “working on” a plan to introduce 50-year mortgage terms for home buyers. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/housing-director-confirms-administration-working-on-50-year-mortgage-after-trump-hint/
“This development is more than just new housing — it’s a testament to what happens when local visionaries invest in their own community to make Tampa a place where everyone can afford to live and thrive,” said Mayor Jane Castor.
New affordable apartment complex opens in Ybor City
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)— A 10-unit affordable apartment complex in Ybor City was unveiled on Monday. Dontavious Pittman, Kevin Johnson, and Ponce McNeal partnered with the City of Tampa and were awarded…
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November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
“This development is more than just new housing — it’s a testament to what happens when local visionaries invest in their own community to make Tampa a place where everyone can afford to live and thrive,” said Mayor Jane Castor.
REST IN PEACE: Sherman Jones was identified as one of four victims of an Ybor City crash on Saturday.
https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/live-tampa-police-speak-on-crash-in-ybor/
https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/live-tampa-police-speak-on-crash-in-ybor/
November 10, 2025 at 5:45 PM
REST IN PEACE: Sherman Jones was identified as one of four victims of an Ybor City crash on Saturday.
https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/live-tampa-police-speak-on-crash-in-ybor/
https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/live-tampa-police-speak-on-crash-in-ybor/
CAUGHT ON CAM: A teenager was arrested after she was caught on camera bashing the hood of a police patrol car with a shovel, a video showed. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-teen-caught-on-camera-bashing-police-patrol-car-with-shovel/
November 10, 2025 at 5:41 PM
CAUGHT ON CAM: A teenager was arrested after she was caught on camera bashing the hood of a police patrol car with a shovel, a video showed. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-teen-caught-on-camera-bashing-police-patrol-car-with-shovel/
President Trump criticized air traffic controllers who did not work without pay during the government shutdown and threatened that those who did not return to work immediately would be "docked." https://www.wfla.com/news/national/trump-bashes-air-traffic-controllers-who-didnt-work-during-shutdown/
November 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
President Trump criticized air traffic controllers who did not work without pay during the government shutdown and threatened that those who did not return to work immediately would be "docked." https://www.wfla.com/news/national/trump-bashes-air-traffic-controllers-who-didnt-work-during-shutdown/