Excessive Heat, Quirky Homes, Motel Shooting

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counties. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

Excessive Heat Warning Goes Up In Tampa Bay Area

Tampa Bay area residents and visitors are being warned to take cover from the heat as drier air in the atmosphere is expected to reduce rain chances over the next few days while enabling temperatures to skyrocket. Forecasters at the National Weather Service say temperatures across the region could soar into the mid-90s during the afternoon hours on Tuesday and Wednesday. Excessive heat, however, may remain a concern through Friday.

Tampa Woman, 37, Killed In Motel Shooting

As Tampa Police Department detectives continue to investigate the shooting death of a 37-year-old woman at a Busch Boulevard motel, they have released more details in the case.

Florida Unclaimed Property Goes On Auction Block

Tampa Bay area bargain hunters who don’t mind making a bit of a drive to uncover unique finds might want to set a course for Fort Lauderdale this weekend. That’s where the state intends to hold the first of two 2017 Florida Unclaimed Property Auctions this summer.

7 Quirky Tampa Bay Area Homes

Tampa Bay area house hunters looking for properties that are a little different won’t find a shortage of options on the market today. From quirky beach-style abodes to classic bungalows, those with an appreciation for unique architecture and designs won’t be disappointed.

Restaurant Inspections: Roaches In An Onion Crate

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered three area eateries to clean up their acts last week when conditions inside didn’t meet state guidelines for health and safety.

Infant’s Co-Sleeping Death Under Investigation: Sheriff

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the Tuesday morning death of a 2-month-old New Port Richey boy.

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