Family Stabbed, Seawater Bacteria, Skimmer Arrest

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Video: Person of Interest Sought in Double Shooting

As St. Petersburg Police continue to investigate a Tuesday night double shooting that resulted in the death of one Tampa man and the critical injury of another, they’ve released a video that shows a person of interest in the case.

Florida’s Deadly Seawater Bacteria: What You Need to Know

Vibrio vulnificus bacteria might not be well-known to all Floridians, but it’s a name health officials say residents and visitors should be aware of this time of year. In 2016 so far, the bacteria have been blamed in the deaths of five people across the state.

Tropical Storm Fiona May Strengthen Slightly; 2 Disturbances Form, Forecasters Say

Just in time for the traditional peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, forecasters are tracking a tropical storm and two disturbances.

Search On For Elderly Man's Attacker

The Wednesday discovery of an 81-year-old man found unconscious in his own yard, suffering from trauma to his upper body, has led to a hunt for the person or people responsible.

Petitioners Want Marco Rubio to Disavow Donald Trump

As controversy continues to swirl around Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump’s highly publicized dispute with a Gold Star family, thousands of people are calling on GOP leaders to disavow the New York businessman’s run for the White House.

Teen Critically Injured After Falling Off Car

A 17-year-old girl was hospitalized with critical injuries after a Wednesday night stunt involving a car and a parking lot took a dangerous turn.

2 Gas Pump Skimmer Cases Closed With Arrest

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a man wanted in connection with two recent gas pump skimmer cases. The arrest of Alberto Y. Garcia, 31, of Tampa was announced Thursday.

Trio Connected to 25 South Tampa Burglaries, Police Say

A South Tampa burglary spree that began in late March ended in the arrest of three people Wednesday, police say. The trio is believed to be responsible for at least 25 recent burglaries.

Teen Charged in Double Stabbing

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a double stabbing that occurred in the 8900 block of Blind Pass Road Wednesday evening.

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