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Multi-platinum rock band Rise Against will be bringing their fall tour to the Tampa Bay area.

https://www.wfla.com/entertainment-news/rise-against-to-bring-fall-tour-to-tampa-bay-area/

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a car on Tuesday night, according to police.

https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/manatee-county/pedestrian-fatally-hit-by-car-in-bradenton/

A $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest of the suspect involved in a hit-and-run boat crash that killed a 15-year-old in the Miami area over the weekend.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-teen-killed-in-hit-and-run-boat-crash-while-wakeboarding-authorities-offer-20k-reward-during-search-for-suspect/

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- A portion of Morris Bridge Road in Tampa is closed due to a brush fire, according to Tampa Fire Rescue. The road is closed between Pictorial Park Drive and Camerton Road. A ...

https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/portion-of-morris-bridge-road-in-tampa-closed-due-to-brush-fire/

Riley was released from a Florida jail on a $100,000 bond. He went before a judge in Iowa who set his new bond five times higher at $500,000.

https://www.wfla.com/8-on-your-side/bond-set-at-500k-for-florida-priest-accused-of-sex-abuse/

You may recall our Better Call Behnken investigation into COVID-19 testing fraud.

https://www.wfla.com/8-on-your-side/better-call-behnken/government-continues-to-crack-down-on-covid-19-testing-medicare-scheme/

Dramatic video shows the moment a 9-year-old boy narrowly missed bullets that came flying into his home during a drive-by shooting earlier this month.

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/video-bullets-barely-miss-9-year-old-boy-sitting-on-couch-in-drive-by-shooting/

Former President Donald Trump's Boeing 757 clipped a parked private jet at West Palm Beach International Airport on Sunday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/trumps-plane-clips-parked-plane-at-florida-airport/

Homes in a section of Highlands County were evacuated Tuesday due to a brush fire near Bluebird Avenue, according to Highlands County Fire Rescue.

https://www.wfla.com/news/highlands-county/homes-in-highlands-county-evacuated-due-to-brush-fire/

There have been several reports of storm damage in the New Port Richey area, including a restaurant that had the roofing material blown right off.

https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/severe-weather-blows-roof-off-new-port-richey-restaurant/

Police arrested a driver Monday night in connection with a Pinellas Park hit-and-run that left a man with serious injuries.

https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/police-arrest-driver-in-pinellas-park-hit-and-run/

Tampa police officers are entering a third day of trying to find a missing Tampa mother, who is believed to be endangered.

https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/police-continue-their-search-locally-for-missing-endangered-tampa-mother/

The Farmworker Association of Florida is raising money for the victims of a bus crash that killed eight people and injured dozens more.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/fundraiser-started-for-victims-of-florida-bus-crash-that-killed-8-hurt-dozens/

A Port Charlotte man was found guilty of multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol, the Department of Justice announced Tuesday.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/time-to-do-patriot-s-florida-man-one-of-two-convicted-for-jan-6-capitol-breach/

The man was treated at the scene and taken to Morton Plant Hospital with "potential life-threatening injuries."

https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/man-hospitalized-after-being-pulled-from-water-behind-clearwater-condo-building/

Visitation to the Manatee County Central Jail was suspended Tuesday after an incident that injured a maintenance worker.

https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/manatee-county/manatee-county-jail-suspends-visitation-after-electrical-panel-explodes/

Tampa Bay area residents were left cleaning up debris and checking for storm damage after severe weather swept through the area on Tuesday.

https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/photos-severe-weather-rips-roof-off-zephyrhills-mobile-home-other-damage-reported/

A man showed up at Sexton Elementary School Tuesday afternoon to pick up a child and also ask for help for life-threatening stab wounds, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/man-shows-up-at-sexton-elementary-school-to-pick-up-child-get-help-for-life-threatening-stab-wounds/

Flags will be at half-staff in Florida and across the country on Wednesday.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/why-are-flags-half-staff-in-florida-on-wednesday-2/

TAMPA (BLOOM) - Get ready, pet lovers! Drew Barrymore, the ultimate pet mom, and Ring have teamed up to find America’s next pet star. In a heartwarming collaboration with the ASPCA, the Ring Pe...

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-pets/drew-barrymore-and-ring-launch-nationwide-search-for-pet-star/

The list of former President Trump’s “close contacts” was shown during his Manhattan hush money trial last week. 

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/here-are-some-of-the-famous-names-on-trumps-close-contacts-list/

Caitlin Clark's much anticipated WNBA debut is set for Tuesday night in Connecticut.

https://www.wfla.com/sports/how-to-watch-caitlin-clarks-wnba-regular-season-debut/

Deputies are hoping the description of a shoe will help them identify a "badly decomposed" body that were found Saturday in Miguel Bay.

https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/manatee-county/deputies-hope-shoe-description-will-help-id-badly-decomposed-body-found-in-miguel-bay/

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — Thaddeus Bullard, known to WWE fans as Titus O’Neil, will host "The Gathering: A Celebration of Superstar Dads" on Father's Day, June 16. The event, presented by TampaWe...

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-living-local/titus-oneil-hosts-a-celebration-of-superstar-dads-on-fathers-day/

A TikTok user captured a real-life Disney moment right in his backyard earlier this month.

https://www.wfla.com/news/animals/watch-rabbit-and-deer-greet-each-other-in-real-life-thumper-and-bambi-moment/

Bodycam video released Monday shows Deputy Moore coming to the young girl's aid after her mother gave authorities the description and recent photo of her.

https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/i-miss-my-mommy-pinellas-deputy-helps-reunite-lost-child-with-mom-on-beach/

Former NFL fullback Mike Sellers had a lot to celebrate when he left Tampa General Hospital last week.

https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-general-hospital-celebrates-former-nfl-players-heart-transplant/

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — In the heart of Tampa, Liry’s Jewelry, a family-owned business, has flourished from a single storefront in the 1980s to a major player in the local and online jewelry ma...

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-lifestyle/lirys-jewelry-a-tampa-treasure-weaving-family-legacy-into-every-piece/

Comcast is planning a bundle that will include access to Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV, the company’s chair said this week.

https://www.wfla.com/entertainment-news/comcast-planning-to-bundle-peacock-netflix-apple-tv/

Pinellas County residents have been paying a one-half mill property tax for the last 20 years towards the school district, most recently renewing it in 2020. The proposed increase would double th...

https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/pinellas-county-school-board-votes-to-send-millage-increase-ballot-measure-to-residents/

Joanne Celestin realized right away her brother was not himself. Standing at the front door, he thought strangers were walking into the house he shared with his mom in their gated Florida neighbo...

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-family-wants-justice-after-911-call-to-help-loved-one-ends-in-death/

ST. PETERSBURG, FL (BLOOM) - In a move aimed at bolstering neighborhood health and safety, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch has announced the creation of two new roles in the Office of Equity. Reverend Ken...

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/st-petersburg-creates-new-jobs-focused-on-neighborhood-safety/

The solar activity predicted to hit Earth Tuesday night is much weaker than what we saw Friday and Saturday, so the line of visibility isn't expected to reach as far south this time.

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/aurora-is-back-northern-lights-may-be-visible-in-these-states-tuesday/

Singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson came clean about her recent weight loss.

https://www.wfla.com/entertainment-news/celebrity-news/kelly-clarkson-makes-weight-loss-confession/

The former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is expected to plead not guilty Tuesday to bank and tax fraud, a formality ahead of a plea deal he's negotiated with federal pr...

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ippei-mizuhara-ex-interpreter-for-mlb-star-shohei-ohtani-likely-to-plead-not-guilty-as-a-formality/

Need a doughnut with your cup of ambition? Well, you're in luck thanks to Dolly Parton's new sweet collection at Krispy Kreme.

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/krispy-kreme-partners-with-dolly-parton-for-southern-sweets-collection/

A driver was accused of speeding away after hitting an 80-year-old on a mobility scooter in Clearwater.

https://www.wfla.com/news/port-richey-man-hit-80-year-old-on-mobility-scooter-didnt-stop-because-he-was-late-for-work-police/

On Monday, the FBI issued a warning about foreign terrorist organizations potentially targeting LGBTQ events and venues during Pride Month.

https://www.wfla.com/news/fbi-warns-terrorist-groups-may-target-pride-events-venues/

“She wore a bulletproof vest every day until she got to the courthouse.” 

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/lawyer-says-stormy-daniels-wore-bulletproof-vest-to-testify-in-trump-trial/

On May 15 ,the American flag will be flown from sunup to sundown at half-staff to honor Peace Officers Memorial Day.

https://www.wfla.com/news/national/why-flags-will-be-lowered-on-wednesday/

The upcoming Memorial Day weekend is expected to be one of the busiest in recent history.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/44-million-to-travel-for-memorial-day-weekend-aaa-predicts/

If you're looking to spend your summer vacation overseas, Tampa International Airport offers nonstop flights to more than 20 international destinations.

https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-international-airport-offers-nonstop-flights-to-these-international-destinations/

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) shot down speculation Monday that his wife, Casey DeSantis, has any interest in running for future office. During a press conference Monday, DeSantis was asked wheth...

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/desantis-says-wife-has-zero-interest-in-running-for-office/

A woman is dead after she was struck by a motorcycle and a commercial truck while crossing SR-52 overnight Monday, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/woman-fatally-struck-by-motorcycle-truck-on-florida-road/

TAMPA (BLOOM) - Welcome to the Sunshine State! Florida is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and year-round sunshine. But before you hit the scenic byways or bustling city streets,...

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-financial-health/new-to-florida-heres-your-guide-to-car-insurance/

A 21-year-old Florida man was sentenced Monday to three and a half years in prison for firebombing a Southern California Planned Parenthood clinic in 2022, federal prosecutors said.

https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/cowardly-crime-brooksville-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-firebombing-planned-parenthood/

A crash that has killed multiple people closed a highway in Marion County Tuesday morning, according to authorities.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/deadly-crash-shuts-down-florida-highway-multiple-deaths-reported/

Royal Caribbean's newest ship is almost ready to debut. Last week, the Utopia of the Seas made its way into the ocean for the first time to begin its sea trial.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/royal-caribbean-tests-new-ship-that-will-offer-short-getaways-from-florida/

In this week's episode of Run for Fun, we take a look at competing and racing in wheelchairs and handcycles. The joy of crossing a finish line should be available to everyone, no matter their abi...

https://www.wfla.com/weather/run-for-fun/run-for-fun-local-veteran-competes-in-handcycle-races/

Caitlin Clark's much anticipated WNBA debut is set for Tuesday night in Connecticut.

https://www.wfla.com/sports/caitlin-clarks-ready-for-her-wnba-regular-season-debut/