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Body-armored man holding loaded rifle shot, killed by deputies: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies shot and killed a man dressed in body armor after he was walking just south of Causeway Blvd. with a fully-loaded assault rifle, according to the sheriff's office.
Plane crashes after veering off runway, sparking brush fire in Myakka City: MCSO
A single-engine plane crashed at Bald Eagle Airfield in Myakka City, sparking a brush fire on Wednesday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Human remains found, Pasco deputies suspect foul play
The Pasco Sheriff's Office says "apparent human remains" were found on Tuesday, and foul play is suspected in the person's death.
Tkachuk stars in his return by scoring twice as the Panthers top Lightning 6-2 in series opener
Matthew Tkachuk had two power-play goals and an assist in his first game after a two-month absence and the Florida Panthers opened defense of their Stanley Cup title with a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night in the first game of the teams’ first-round playoff series.
New rules for live music hitting St. Pete Beach soon as residents complain about noise levels
For many, St. Pete Beach is synonymous with sunshine, sand and the sound of live music from beachside bars. Some locals say the music keeps them up at night, however, and city leaders are now trying to strike a balance.