Tropical Storm Hermine, Hospital Evacuated, Salmonella Scare

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Bayonet Point Hospital Evacuated After Fire

Patients at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point hospital were being evacuated Wednesday evening following an electrical fire that knocked out the facility's power.

Tropical Storm Hermine Forces Restrictions at Florida Gulf Coast Ports

The U.S. Coast Guard St. Petersburg has set restrictions at ports throughout the Tampa Bay area. Conditions and restrictions vary based on the port.

Tim Tebow Offered Baseball Contract by Bridgeport Bluefish

Tampa Bay area Tim Tebow fans may get to see the athlete in action once more. This time around, however, the former NFL quarterback will be swinging a bat instead of tossing the pigskin.

Cops: Woman Set Car Ablaze, Rode Away on Bike (Videos)

The Clearwater Police Department is asking for help identifying a woman officers say torched a car and then rode off on a bike.

Woman Stole $85K from Girl Scouts: Sarasota Sheriff

A 42-year-old Sarasota woman faces criminal charges after deputies say she left a trail of evidence behind while allegedly swiping nearly $85,000 from the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida.

Salmonella Contamination: Diamond of California Recalls Macadamia Nuts

Macadamia nut fans may want to check the labels on any packages in their pantries. Snyder's-Lance's Diamond of California brand has issued a voluntary recall on certain products due to the risk of possible salmonella contamination.

Man Wearing Handcuffs Turns Himself In: Deputies Say

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a man its deputies say slipped away from custody with handcuffs still on after a Tuesday night traffic stop.

Tropical Storm Hermine Grows Stronger Off Florida's Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Hermine has gained more strength after being upgraded to a named storm early Wednesday afternoon.

Image courtesy of the National Hurricane Center