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    FORECAST: A drier trend ahead

    Plenty of sunshine with warm temps and humid conditions.  Only a 20% chance for an afternoon shower or storm.

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    Deputies: 30 animals abandoned, filthy

    Pasco County deputies say they found 30 or more emaciated animals living in filth in a home in Holiday.  A strong smell outside led them to find dogs, cats, rabbits, a snake, and a lizard abandoned inside.

    Updated 2 hrs 16 mins ago

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    Citizens drops 60k policies in new deal

    Florida's largest property insurer is shedding 60,000 policies -- many of them in South Florida -- under a questionable deal.

    Updated 1 hr 26 mins ago

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    Ibragim Todashev's wife defends him

    Ibragim Todashev's wife said her husband was merely an acquaintance of deceased Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev.

    Updated 59 mins ago

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    Need a wedding dress? Target's got some

    The next time your grabbing some snacks and cleaning supplies at Target, you can also pick up a wedding dress.

    Updated 1 hr 1 min ago

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    5 things you need to know for Thursday

    Here are 5 things you need to know happening in Florida on Thursday, May 23.

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    Final report issued for Seffner sinkhole

    Hillsborough County officials released a 25-page report Wednesday detailing the efforts they went through to save Jeff Bush's life after he was swallowed up by in sinkhole while asleep in his Seffner home.

Dirty Dining: Taking Action for You


  1. Dirty Dining: State inspection changes

    Dirty Dining: State inspection changes

    Major changes are coming to the restaurant inspection process based on new legislation just past in the House and the Senate but not everyone thinks it will keep your family safer.


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  1. Storm Shield: A life-saving App

    Storm Shield: A life-saving App

    Storm Shield is a life-saving app that is like a NOAA Emergency Weather Radio on your iPhone and Android.

  2. 6 secrets to getting a deal on a new car

    6 secrets to getting a deal on a new car

    Purchasing a car can be a stressful ordeal. The negotiation process can feel like a chess match. So you may want to know six secrets that can help when you're buying a car, so you don't waste your money.

  3. Local nail salons nailed by the state

    Local nail salons nailed by the state

    Local salon inspection records from Florida's Board of Cosmetology show dozens are not following the rules and their actions could easily allow diseases to spread from person to person.

  4. What to do if swarms of bees attack you

    What to do if swarms of bees attack you

    If you're out hiking, keep an eye on the bees. In most cases, if you leave them alone, you'll be fine.

  5. Should pets receive Food Stamps?

    Should pets receive Food Stamps?

    John Matarese has a big development in the controversy over Food Stamps for pet food.

 

I-Team Stories


  1. Can officers keep revoked licenses?

    Can officers keep revoked licenses?

    Can an officer keep a driver's license he or she confiscated? We're asking local law enforcement agencies what they do with revoked licenses.

  2. Local nail salons nailed by the state

    Local nail salons nailed by the state

    Local salon inspection records from Florida's Board of Cosmetology show dozens are not following the rules and their actions could easily allow diseases to spread from person to person.

  3. I-Team: Drowning video raises questions

    I-Team: Drowning video raises questions

    Exclusive surveillance video taken at a school pool party obtained by the I-Team raises new questions about the drowning death of an autistic teen.

Water Cooler


  1. Need a wedding dress? Target's got some

    Need a wedding dress? Target's got some

    The next time your grabbing some snacks and cleaning supplies at Target, you can also pick up a wedding dress.

  2. Vets remove giant hairball from big cat

    Vets remove giant hairball from big cat

    A 17-year-old tiger named TY hadn't eaten much for several weeks. After closer examination, veterinarians discovered a basketball-sized hairball in Ty's belly.  There was only one way to get it out.

  3. Mom punishes "bully" with ugly clothes

    Mom punishes "bully" with ugly clothes

    When a Utah fourth-grader bullied a class-mate about what she wore, the 10-year old's step-mother dished-out some unusual but effective punishment.

Science and Technology


  1. OK tornado social media images, videos

    OK tornado social media images, videos

    The National Weather Service said the tornado had winds up to 200 mph. Here are the latest images and videos being shared on social media of the devastating storm. 

    • VIDEO: Meteorite crashes into moon

      VIDEO: Meteorite crashes into moon

      Newly released video shows the biggest lunar explosion NASA has ever observed.

    • What's that rainbow ring around the sun?

      What's that rainbow ring around the sun?

      If you looked up at the sun Monday (hopefully with proper protection), you probably saw a rainbow around the sun. It's also known as a 22 degree halo, or sun halo.

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      Consumer


      1. Consumer Reports: Best & worst airlines

        Consumer Reports: Best & worst airlines

        Fees for checked baggage and limited leg room are among the many gripes subscribers expressed in Consumer Reports' airlines ratings survey.

      2. Good news: Used car prices finally drop

        Good news: Used car prices finally drop

        John Matarese has long-awaited good news for used car shoppers

        • Your home: Apps that inventory

          • Consumer Reports: Keeping produce fresh

          Health


          1. Granting Wishes campaign kicks off

            Granting Wishes campaign kicks off

            A Florida woman is celebrating a milestone today that was 14 years in the making.  She finally got reconstruction after breast cancer.   A local non profit, teaming up with a national bra company made it possible. 

          2. Evan's ORGANizers prepare for transplant

            Evan's ORGANizers prepare for transplant

            Two-year-old Evan Ranieri will be getting a donated kidney Wednesday. His parents hope his journey will inspire others to donate organs to children who have a whole lifetime still ahead of them.

          3. Taking Action for the Tampa Thunder

          4. STUDY: E Coli found in most public pools

            Lifestyle


            1. Boxer mix with one eye needs loving home

              Boxer mix with one eye needs loving home

              Baloo is a male Boxer mix who is about 3 years old. He was found at Animal Services with a bulging eye which had to be removed. However, having only one eye does not hinder him at all! He is active and playful.

            2. Roasted mexican corn recipe

              Roasted mexican corn recipe

              Cooking corn on the cob, husk on, is a great way to improve the flavor and eating it Mexican style is even better.

              • Sweet, special needs dog needs home

              • Pet adoptions, animal shows, and more!

              • Welsh rarebit recipe

                Entertainment


                1. Need a wedding dress? Target's got some

                  Need a wedding dress? Target's got some

                  The next time your grabbing some snacks and cleaning supplies at Target, you can also pick up a wedding dress.

                2. Miguel hits fan during Billboard Awards

                  Miguel hits fan during Billboard Awards

                   R&B singer Miguel’s kicking performance at the Billboard Music Awards is making headlines after he accidently landed on a fan’s head in the audience, Billboard.com reports.

                  • Taylor Swift dominates Billboard Awards

                    • 'Star Trek' beams to #1 at box office

                      • 'Idol' finale draws record low ratings