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Castor is ‘forcing sanctuary policies’ on Tampa police, Uthmeier says Florida’s attorney general threatened the mayor with removal from office.

Castor is ‘forcing sanctuary policies’ on Tampa police, Uthmeier says

Facing execution, an ex-Florida cop banks on DNA to prove his innocence A court granted James Duckett’s request to test for DNA evidence after Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered his execution.

Facing execution, an ex-Florida cop banks on DNA to prove his innocence

Clearwater is seeing momentum downtown. Is Scientology helping? City staff said they are unsure of the church’s plan to activate some of its properties.

Clearwater is seeing momentum downtown. Is Scientology helping?

Hillsborough students gather to learn, spread word about human trafficking The county and city of Tampa brought dozens of students together to for a course on online safety.

Hillsborough students gather to learn, spread word about human trafficking

Spring forward is here to change your life | Column A little chat with the thief who stole an hour.

Spring forward is here to change your life | Column

2 months in immigration jail, $25,000 in legal fees: ‘Our new reality’ A traffic stop sent a Dunedin man to Alligator Alcatraz. It upended his mixed-status family’s life.

2 months in immigration jail, $25,000 in legal fees: ‘Our new reality’

‘Ship of Gold’ treasure hunter released from prison decade after Florida arrest. Where are coins? He battled with investors who accused him of cheating them out of millions and then spent years on the run as a fugitive.

‘Ship of Gold’ treasure hunter released from prison decade after Florida arrest. Where are coins?

Pinellas family sues school district over dog bite at baseball game They contend the district should have done more to provide a safe environment.

Pinellas family sues school district over dog bite at baseball game

New E-bike rules headed to DeSantis’ desk. Could they help? Part of the bill would require E-bikers to slow down around pedestrians.

New E-bike rules headed to DeSantis’ desk. Could they help?

Selling a luxury condo in Tampa Bay? It’s VIP treatment or bust From Ricky Martin concerts to yacht rides, developers are upping the ante to close million dollar deals.

Selling a luxury condo in Tampa Bay? It’s VIP treatment or bust

Florida’s Alexander brothers convicted of sex trafficking, face up to life in prison Prosecutors said the brothers used their wealth and social status to entice young women before drugging and assaulting them.

Florida’s Alexander brothers convicted of sex trafficking, face up to life in prison

Lightning fall at home to Columbus for 6th loss in 7 games Tampa Bay falls four points back of Buffalo for the division lead and is just four points up on the final conference playoff spot.

Lightning fall at home to Columbus for 6th loss in 7 games

Florida passes domestic violence reform legislation The senate and house unanimously voted to enact legislation to protect survivors of domestic violence

Florida passes domestic violence reform legislation

Florida Senate OKs school vaccine exemptions, saying parents know best A roundup of Florida education news from around the state

Florida Senate OKs school vaccine exemptions, saying parents know best

Russian weapons are killing Americans. Why doesn’t Rep. Luna call it out? | Column The Russia-Iran connection can be seen in the skies over Ukraine and now, the Gulf states and Israel.

Russian weapons are killing Americans. Why doesn’t Rep. Luna call it out? | Column

Florida bill would have cracked down on stalking. It’s stalled until next year House Bill 1101 would have broadened the definition of aggravated stalking, which is a third-degree felony.

Florida bill would have cracked down on stalking. It’s stalled until next year

Pasco deputy, suspect both shot in spurt of violence in New Port Richey The suspect, Aaron Rodriguez, shot two neighbors and then a deputy who responded to the scene, said Sheriff Chris Nocco.

Pasco deputy, suspect both shot in spurt of violence in New Port Richey

Hillsborough may close schools as part of proposed boundary changes Pizzo K-8, Graham Elementary and Madison Middle could close.

Hillsborough may close schools as part of proposed boundary changes

Court says judge erred in dismissing Harbour Island hotel case It’s the latest update in a long-running legal battle between the city of Tampa and developer Liberty Group.

Court says judge erred in dismissing Harbour Island hotel case

St. Petersburg marching band honors longtime leader Bill Findeison, who died last month, was a legend in the marching band community in St. Petersburg.

St. Petersburg marching band honors longtime leader

A look back at Mike Evans through his 12 seasons as a Buccaneer Photo gallery | The former Tampa Bay first-round draft pick is headed to the 49ers.

A look back at Mike Evans through his 12 seasons as a Buccaneer

Florida doctor in a Camaro tried to kidnap ex-wife. He’s suspended He was arrested and sentenced in connection with the incident and now is learning professional consequences.

Florida doctor in a Camaro tried to kidnap ex-wife. He’s suspended

Seeing smoke in Tampa? Fire crews are battling a junkyard blaze The fire sent up a massive plume of smoke that could be seen for miles on Tuesday morning.

Seeing smoke in Tampa? Fire crews are battling a junkyard blaze

Rays spring training, Grand Prix, folk fair highlight Tampa Bay week in photos A look back at the memorable images spanning Feb. 23- March 8 from our photojournalists.

Rays spring training, Grand Prix, folk fair highlight Tampa Bay week in photos

Tampa Bay’s barbecue tradition sizzles at these 12 Black-owned spots Some new and old pitmasters speak on their craft and 12 joints to visit when craving smoked meat.

Tampa Bay’s barbecue tradition sizzles at these 12 Black-owned spots

Tampa selects developer for north downtown project PMG Affordable envisions a mixed-use development with affordable housing and commercial space.

Tampa selects developer for north downtown project

Top events in Tampa Bay for the week of March 9 Discover the latest comedy shows, cultural events, concerts and more.

Top events in Tampa Bay for the week of March 9

5 numbers to know about Elevate Florida, a program to save homes from storms A year into the state-run program, how’s it going?

5 numbers to know about Elevate Florida, a program to save homes from storms

Mike Evans’ final route out of Tampa Bay was perfect, as usual It hurts to lose the best offensive player in Bucs history, but the team has more pressing needs, and Evans has another Super Bowl in sight.

Mike Evans’ final route out of Tampa Bay was perfect, as usual

Pasco motorcyclist killed in crash caused by impaired, unlicensed driver, FHP says The driver who caused the crash tried to pass in a no-passing zone, troopers said.

Pasco motorcyclist killed in crash caused by impaired, unlicensed driver, FHP says