Dad feels like 'coolest Papi' while introducing daughter to dolphin pal
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A dad in St Petersburg, Florida, said that a friendly dolphin made him "the coolest papi" when he was able to introduce it to his daughter. (Courtesy: Storyful)

Florida Gators men's basketball team honored with rally to celebrate NCAA championship

The Florida Gators men's basketball team, the 2025 NCAA national champions, returned to Gainesville for a welcome-back rally at the University of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.

Supreme Court pauses order to rehire probationary federal workers

The Supreme Court has blocked a judge's order for the Trump administration to rehire thousands of probationary federal workers. 

Dominican Republic roof collapse: 27 dead, more than 160 injured at nightclub

At least 27 people died and 160 others were injured in the Dominican capital early Tuesday when the roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub where politicians, athletes and others were attending a merengue concert, authorities said.

Florida leaders clashing over tax cuts
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Top Republicans in Tallahassee are still not seeing eye-to-eye on portions of the state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, including proposed tax cuts. FOX 13?s Mariah Harrison reports.

Budget cuts threaten private college funding
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A longtime program providing vouchers to thousands of students attending private colleges across Florida could face big cuts if the Florida House?s proposal moves forward. FOX 13?s Regina Gonzalez reports.

Woman says vaccine helped her beat breast cancer
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A mother of three and Airforce Reservist says a trial vaccine at Moffitt Cancer Center helped her become cancer-free within several months. FOX 13?s Jennifer Kveglis reports.

Calls for more affordable housing
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Hundreds gathered in St. Petersburg on Monday night, saying there are not enough options for affordable housing in the area. FOX 13?s Jordan Bowen reports.

Fishermen, rescuers race to save dolphin trapped in fishing line spotted in Indian River Lagoon

Efforts are ramping up to save a dolphin in distress swimming in the Indian River Lagoon. Its tail is wrapped up in fishing line, and people are worried time is running out to save the animal.

Florida defeats Houston 65-63 to win NCAA championship

The Florida Gators are national champions, defeating the Houston Cougars in San Antonio on Monday night.

Bill to protect people against dangerous dogs
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The Florida Senate will vote Tuesday on the "Pam Rock Act," named after Pam Rock, who was tragically killed by five pit bulls while delivering mail in 2022. Evyn Moon reports.

Community feedback on storm fund
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Many families are still displaced, waiting on FEMA funds or other programs that promised to help them recover from the back-to-back hurricanes. Genevieve Curtis reports.

Sugar Sand Festival on Clearwater Beach begins Friday
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The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival presented by Visit St. Pete Clearwater starts Friday, and 17 sculptors from all over the world are in Clearwater Beach preparing now. Kailey Tracy reports.

Straz Center expansion on Tampa Riverwalk
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Tampa has seen many groundbreakings, but this one at the Straz Center promises transformation. The largely square-shaped Straz Center will get a curve that follows the river for more events and performances right on the Riverwalk. Lloyd Sowers reports.

Tampa's plans to prevent flooding
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Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced on Monday that the city is investing $94 million in hopes of reducing the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas, pointing to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Milton six months ago. Kylie Jones reports.

FDLE announces arrests in international child porn case
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Eight people, including seven from Florida, face charges in what state investigators call a "truly heinous" case of child sex abuse material sold online, officials announced on Monday. Ariel Plasencia reports.

Tampa Bay area's most expensive home hits market
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A home for sale in the Odessa area of Hillsborough County is setting the record for the highest-priced home to ever hit the market in Tampa Bay. Aaron Mesmer reports.

Tampa investing $94 million into flood mitigation
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Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced on Monday that the city is investing $94 million in hopes of reducing the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas, pointing to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Milton six months ago.

Resilient SRQ helping those impacted by Hurricane Ian
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Before Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there was Hurricane Ian. Now, nearly three years after that storm tore apart Diane Flanagan's home in Venice, a new beginning finally took shape.?Kimberly Kuizon reports.