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Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez went to Clearwater and spoke with locals of the Jewish community as they honored the final night of Hanukkah with a powerful tribute to victims of last week’s mass shooting in Sydney, Australia. Read >> https://wfts.tv/49n7uHb
December 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez went to Clearwater and spoke with locals of the Jewish community as they honored the final night of Hanukkah with a powerful tribute to victims of last week’s mass shooting in Sydney, Australia. Read >> https://wfts.tv/49n7uHb
Helen Parke, a name synonymous with world-class strawberries in the Tampa Bay area, has died at the age of 100, her granddaughter confirmed.
Helen Parke, beloved Plant City strawberry icon, dies at 100
Helen Parke, a name synonymous with world-class strawberries in the Tampa Bay area, has died at the age of 100, her granddaughter confirmed.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Helen Parke, a name synonymous with world-class strawberries in the Tampa Bay area, has died at the age of 100, her granddaughter confirmed.
Foggy morning with temps back in the low 60s. Meteorologist Ally Blake says it'll be breezy today, with gusts up to 21 mph.
Forecast: Breezy to kick off the week
Florida's Most Accurate Forecast for Tampa Bay from Tampa Bay 28 Meteorologist Ally Blake for Monday, Dec. 22, 2025— Breezy to kick off the week
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December 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Foggy morning with temps back in the low 60s. Meteorologist Ally Blake says it'll be breezy today, with gusts up to 21 mph.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche claims that the delayed release of all material related to Epstein is because the Justice Department is still reviewing documents to ensure victims are protected.
DOJ's Blanche denies scrubbing Trump from Epstein docs, says all files will be released
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's publishing of just a fraction of the Epstein files on Friday but pledged that all material will eventually be made public.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche claims that the delayed release of all material related to Epstein is because the Justice Department is still reviewing documents to ensure victims are protected.
The Jewish community in Clearwater honored the final night of Hanukkah with a powerful tribute to victims of last week’s mass shooting in Sydney, Australia.
Clearwater lights massive 61-foot menorah on final night of Hanukkah to honor Sydney attack victims
The Jewish community in Clearwater honored the final night of Hanukkah with a powerful tribute to victims of last week’s mass shooting in Sydney, Australia.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Jewish community in Clearwater honored the final night of Hanukkah with a powerful tribute to victims of last week’s mass shooting in Sydney, Australia.
Helen Parke, a name synonymous with world-class strawberries in the Tampa Bay area, has died at the age of 100. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4qg5GFC
December 22, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Helen Parke, a name synonymous with world-class strawberries in the Tampa Bay area, has died at the age of 100. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4qg5GFC
Tampa Bay 28’s Annette Gutierrez spoke with Jewish community members gathered in Clearwater to mark the last night of Hanukkah while remembering those lost in the Sydney attack. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/49n7uHb
December 22, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Tampa Bay 28’s Annette Gutierrez spoke with Jewish community members gathered in Clearwater to mark the last night of Hanukkah while remembering those lost in the Sydney attack. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/49n7uHb
Lakeland’s own Shirley Webb is celebrating a world record after mastering massive deadlifts. Tampa Bay 28’s Rebecca Petit shared her journey after hearing how this grandmother’s gym dedication paid off in a big way. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4s6MaNr
December 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Lakeland’s own Shirley Webb is celebrating a world record after mastering massive deadlifts. Tampa Bay 28’s Rebecca Petit shared her journey after hearing how this grandmother’s gym dedication paid off in a big way. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4s6MaNr
Riders came together to support foster families in need. Tampa Bay 28’s Blake Phillips discovered how the 45-year tradition keeps growing each holiday season. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4p71JSQ
December 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Riders came together to support foster families in need. Tampa Bay 28’s Blake Phillips discovered how the 45-year tradition keeps growing each holiday season. Full story >> https://wfts.tv/4p71JSQ
An Arizona business owner is working to make Christmas brighter for thousands of children across the border in Mexico, continuing a tradition that started 25 years ago.
Cross-border Christmas drive: Fulfilling 7,500 gifts for kids in Mexico
An Arizona business owner is working to make Christmas brighter for thousands of children across the border in Mexico, continuing a tradition that started 25 years ago.
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December 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
An Arizona business owner is working to make Christmas brighter for thousands of children across the border in Mexico, continuing a tradition that started 25 years ago.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a 53-year-old Wesley Chapel man died after his motorcycle crashed with an SUV in Pasco County Saturday afternoon.
Wesley Chapel motorcyclist dies after crash on SR-56 in Pasco County
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a 53-year-old Wesley Chapel man died after his motorcycle crashed with an SUV in Pasco County Saturday afternoon.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a 53-year-old Wesley Chapel man died after his motorcycle crashed with an SUV in Pasco County Saturday afternoon.
This year, collected toys are being donated to foster families with the goal of making sure more kids have access to gifts on Christmas Day
Hundreds of bikers gather in Dunedin for 45th annual toy run benefiting foster families
This year, collected toys are being donated to foster families with the goal of making sure more kids have access to gifts on Christmas Day
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December 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
This year, collected toys are being donated to foster families with the goal of making sure more kids have access to gifts on Christmas Day
Bucs fall to the Carolina Panthers.
December 21, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Bucs fall to the Carolina Panthers.
Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez saw the emotions as more than 100 flights were delayed at Tampa International Airport as record holiday travel began.
Military service members reunite with families at Tampa airport amid holiday travel delays
Military service members reunite with families at Tampa International Airport despite over 100 flight delays during busy holiday travel season.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Tampa Bay 28's Annette Gutierrez saw the emotions as more than 100 flights were delayed at Tampa International Airport as record holiday travel began.
The Justice Department did not say why the files were removed or whether their disappearance was intentional. A spokesperson for the department did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
At least 16 Epstein files removed from DOJ site, including image of Trump
At least 16 files disappeared from the Justice Department’s public webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein — including a photograph showing President Donald Trump.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The Justice Department did not say why the files were removed or whether their disappearance was intentional. A spokesperson for the department did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
One official described the action as a “consented boarding,” with the tanker stopping voluntarily and allowing U.S. forces to board it.
US forces stop a second vessel off the coast of Venezuela
U.S. forces on Saturday stopped a second merchant vessel off the coast of Venezuela in international waters, two American officials told The Associated Press.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
One official described the action as a “consented boarding,” with the tanker stopping voluntarily and allowing U.S. forces to board it.
A Scripps News investigation found a dozen emergency medical calls at Delaney Hall leading up to the death.
Immigrant dies one day after arriving at ICE detention center
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has announced the death of a 41-year-old Haitian immigrant who was detained at a New Jersey detention center.
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December 21, 2025 at 10:15 AM
A Scripps News investigation found a dozen emergency medical calls at Delaney Hall leading up to the death.
The port was struck with ballistic missiles, said Oleh Kiper, the head of the Odesa region.
Russian missile strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for peace talks
A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa in southern Ukraine killed eight people and wounded 27.
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December 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The port was struck with ballistic missiles, said Oleh Kiper, the head of the Odesa region.
Rep. Ro Khanna warned that other Justice Department officials could also face legal consequences if they played a role in withholding records related to Epstein.
Congressmen behind Epstein files law draft articles of impeachment for AG Bondi
The co-sponsors of a law intended to force the DOJ to release all investigative materials related to Jeffrey Epstein say they are drafting articles of impeachment against Attorney General Pam Bondi.
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December 21, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Rep. Ro Khanna warned that other Justice Department officials could also face legal consequences if they played a role in withholding records related to Epstein.
Investigators are still trying to sort out why Claudio Neves Valente went on a killing spree.
Brown University attack suspect died 2 days before his body was found, autopsy finds
An autopsy determined that the man suspected in the attack at Brown University and the fatal shooting of an MIT professor days later had been dead for two days when his body was found.
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December 21, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Investigators are still trying to sort out why Claudio Neves Valente went on a killing spree.
With the victory, Joshua now can now angle to reclaim the heavyweight title he lost against Oleksandr Usyk.
Jake Paul says his jaw is broken in two spots after KO loss to Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul in the sixth round of their heavyweight fight on Friday night. Paul confirmed his jaw had been broken in two spots.
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December 21, 2025 at 5:15 AM
With the victory, Joshua now can now angle to reclaim the heavyweight title he lost against Oleksandr Usyk.
April is a 6-month-old lab mix. She was rescued alongside her three siblings and has a lot of joyful puppy energy.
Rescues in Action: April
April is a 6-month-old lab mix. She was rescued alongside her three siblings and has a lot of joyful puppy energy.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:30 AM
April is a 6-month-old lab mix. She was rescued alongside her three siblings and has a lot of joyful puppy energy.
Here are the winning Powerball numbers for the estimated $1.5 Billion Jackpot!
December 21, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Here are the winning Powerball numbers for the estimated $1.5 Billion Jackpot!
Tampa Bay 28's Blake Phillips was there when over 250 volunteers joined WWE star Titus O'Neil at Sligh Middle Magnet School to let kids and their families to pick out Christmas gifts.
WWE legend Titus O'Neil hosts 17th annual 'Joy of Giving' celebration in Tampa
Over 250 volunteers joined WWE star Titus O'Neil at Sligh Middle Magnet School to let kids and their families to pick out Christmas gifts.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Tampa Bay 28's Blake Phillips was there when over 250 volunteers joined WWE star Titus O'Neil at Sligh Middle Magnet School to let kids and their families to pick out Christmas gifts.
Jake Guentzel scored a pair of third period goals and the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied past the Carolina Hurricanes for a 6-4 victory on Saturday night.
Jake Guentzel scores twice as Lightning rally for 6-4 win over Hurricanes
Jake Guentzel scored a pair of third period goals and the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied past the Carolina Hurricanes for a 6-4 victory on Saturday night.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Jake Guentzel scored a pair of third period goals and the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied past the Carolina Hurricanes for a 6-4 victory on Saturday night.