In a thrilling game on Tuesday night, the Tampa Bay Rays clinched their fifth consecutive victory by defeating the Chicago White Sox 5-1.
Zach Eflin's exceptional performance on the mound, allowing only one run and six hits over seven innings, earned accolades from Rays manager Kevin Cash. Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes contributed crucial home runs, powering the Rays to...
The tranquil community of Lake Alfred was rocked by scandal as news broke of a city commissioner's arrest.
Former commissioner Charles Lake resigned after facing accusations of possessing thousands of graphic images of child pornography on his electronic devices. The city commission swiftly accepted his resignation and initiated the process to fill the vacancy.
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Get ready, Tampa! Downtown is about to witness an electrifying spectacle as 'The Battle of the Bay' demonstration takes center stage on Wednesday. Picture this: helicopters buzzing overhead, boats cruising through the water, gunshots echoing in the air, and explosions lighting up the skyline. It's going to be a show like no other.
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Set against the backdrop of the Convention...
This past week, the SC Senate approved the new bill that drastically increases the penalties for anyone found guilt of abusing police service animals. According to the new bill, anyone found guilt of killing a police dog or horse will face up to 10 years in prison and/or face fines in excess of $10,000.
The new bill also stipulates that "if a person is...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently investigating potential lapses in quality inspections by Boeing employees on its 787 jets, as confirmed on Monday. These investigations focus on the Boeing South Carolina facility in North Charleston.
An internal memo from the 787 program indicates that there may have been policy violations involving several employees who failed to conduct required tests...
A 65-year-old man was bitten by a shark this past weekend while spearfishing off Charleston Harbor, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. After the incident, he managed to get back to his boat, where a crew member quickly applied a tourniquet to his wound.
The boat returned to Charleston Harbor, where it was met by the harbor police and the...
In a heartening update, the two Polk County deputies injured last week in the gunfight, which unfolded during an investigation into a suspicious vehicle at a local park, have been discharged from the hospital. The Polk County Sheriff's Office shared the encouraging news of Lt. Chad Anderson and DS Craig Smith's release, marking a promising development in their recovery...
Get ready, Tampa Bay! As hurricane season looms on the horizon, it's time to gear up and prepare. While the official start is June 1st, from May 6th to 11th, we're in the midst of Hurricane Preparedness Week. Sponsored by NOAA and the National Hurricane Center, this week serves as a crucial reminder for both coastal and inland residents...
Get ready to pedal for a purpose, Tampa Bay! The statewide organization Moms Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is bringing its impactful 'Ride Like MADD' cycling challenge to our area for the third consecutive year, aiming to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving.
Each year in Florida, there are approximately 5,600 crashes linked to drunk or drugged driving, averaging...
Sullivan’s Island's most historic home was just sold for a record breaking $9 million.
Located at 1702 Ion Ave., this expansive five-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home spans 7,344 square feet and was initially constructed as the Base Commandant’s Quarters at Fort Moultrie. It stands as one of the fort's most intricate remaining buildings, as highlighted by The Cassina Group, a Charleston-based real...