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    Hernando men stranded in Gulf overnight on personal watercraft Video included

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    The US Coast Guard used a helicopter from Coats Guard Air Station Clearwater to find two missing jet-skiers Monday morning four miles west of Hernando Beach. More>>

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    Lifestyle Lift agrees to changes its marketing

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    Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Monday that Lifestyle Lift Holding, Inc., has agreed to change its marketing on the companies facial rejuvenation services. More>>

    FL flood insurance rates may rise Video included

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    For decades, many property owners in low-lying areas have enjoyed cheaper, federally subsidized flood insurance premiums. But that's changing. " More>>

    41 arrested in Polk County online child sex sting Video included

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    As part of a child sex sting operation 41 people, including a youth football coach and a theme park employee, were arrested Monday. More>>

    Polk County man earns volunteer of the year distinction Video included

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    Corey "Ralph" Cowart is Polk County's newest volunteer of the year, and he earned the distinction because of his love of baseball.  More>>

    Ireland Nugent takes first steps after FL lawnmower accident Video included

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    Ireland Nugent, the 2-year-old who lost both her legs in a lawnmower accident, took her first steps since the accident. On Monday, Nugent was fitted with her new prosthetic legs and feet. More>>

    Hillsborough deputy gives digital safety tips to parents Video included

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    Law enforcement warn parents that cell phones combined with social media could bring predators right to your front door. More>>

    Tampa couple in court on kidnapping charges

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    A Hillsborough County couple accused of kidnapping their sons and taking them to Cuba appeared in court Monday. Judge Chet Tharpe scheduled a disposition hearing in the case for July 31. More>>

    Week 2 of jury picking resumes in Zimmerman case

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    The racial dimension of Trayvon Martin's shooting was a prominent focus of questioning Monday as jury selection in George Zimmerman's trial entered its second week. More>>

    Crash with a semi, a train closed road for hours near Plant City

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    A crash involving a train and a semi tractor trailer blocked Highway 39 by Moriczville Lane near Plant City early Monday morning. More>>

    Feds search Michigan land linked to Hoffa case

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    Federal agents appeared to be reviving the hunt for the remains of Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa on Monday as they searched a field in suburban Detroit. More>>

    Tropical depression forms off the coast of Belize

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    A tropical depression has formed off the coast of Belize and forecasters say it is expected to bring as much as five inches of rain to parts of Belize, Guatemala and northern Honduras. The National Hurricane More>>

    Heat, humidity, and afternoon t-storms in Tampa Bay Video included

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    There is a 30% chance for a shower or thunderstorm this afternoon. The best chance for rain will be after 2 p.m. More>>

    Largo woman charged with throwing acid on victim

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    A Largo woman has been arrested after police say she poured a bottle of muriatic acid onto a person's face. She was scheduled to appear in court Monday. More>>

    TB Rays' Alex Cobb released from hospital

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    Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Alex Cobb has left Bayfront Medical Center, one day after he was hit in the right ear by a line drive. 
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    NFL to ban purses in stadiums Video included

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    Bring yourself to the game. Leave the cooler and backpack at home. The NFL is tightening stadium security starting this preseason, limiting the size and type of bags fans can bring to the game. More>>

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    • Monday, June 17 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:40:17 GMT
      The Vigo Importing Company has been bringing exotic products to Tampa for years. The warehouse facility of off Hillsborough Avenue is filled with all kinds of delicious things to eat.
      The Vigo Importing Company has been bringing exotic products to Tampa for years. The warehouse facility of off Hillsborough Avenue is filled with all kinds of delicious things to eat.
    • Monday, June 17 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:26:15 GMT
      A man who drowned off South Lido Beach in the Gulf of Mexico has been identified as Steeve A. Reserve, 19. Reeves had been swimming with a friend off South Lido Beach around 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening.
      A man who drowned off South Lido Beach in the Gulf of Mexico has been identified as Steeve A. Reserve, 19. Reeves had been swimming with a friend off South Lido Beach around 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening.
    • Monday, June 17 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:26:09 GMT
      A 79-year old woman was robbed at knifepoint in the parking lot of a Bradenton Walmart Monday morning. The robbery happened around 11:30 a.m. at the Walmart on 53rd Ave East.
      A 79-year old woman was robbed at knifepoint in the parking lot of a Bradenton Walmart Monday morning. The robbery happened around 11:30 a.m. at the Walmart on 53rd Ave East.
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