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A special weather statement has been issued for Lakeland FL, Winter Haven FL and Auburndale FL until 9:30 PM EDT
ALT This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 9:30 PM EDT. The statement includes Lakeland FL, Winter Haven FL and Auburndale FL. A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT WEST CENTRAL POLK COUNTY THROUGH 930 PM EDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 50 MPH and pea sized hail. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.
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This week on "The Florida Roundup," we checked in with reporters from across the state to look at how the 2026 Florida midterms are shaping up. Plus, we looked at a legal challenge to the property tax ballot amendment and more.
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Mobs of teens rioting to "takeover" Florida cities can legally be run over and also charged with racketeering, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said.
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Meet the members of the U.S. team, which opens play in the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay.
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Duke Energy proposed a data center tariff, required under a new state law to shield Floridians from increased costs. But the Office of Public Counsel says it doesn't comply.
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More than one in three families has used apps like Klarna or Afterpay to cover the cost of food in the past 12 months, according to a poll from No Kid Hungry.
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Pasco County joins Hernando County, Citrus County, the city of Zephyrhills and five other Florida counties in enacting a moratorium.
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From a flag-raising ceremony to festivals, here's a list of Juneteenth events taking place across the Tampa Bay area.
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If you're searching for something to do this weekend, WUSF has your back. Here are a few events you can check out. Go to artsaxisfl.org for more.
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On "Florida Matters Live & Local," architect Jerel McCants gives his perspective on what it will take to transform the landmark — which has fallen into disrepair — into a museum, as well as how he first became interested in the project.
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There's another great weekend of concerts in the Tampa Bay area scheduled, from swing dancin' contemporary music to an Australian rock ensemble.
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Friday marks 10 years since the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. On "Florida Matters Live & Local," a survivor reflects on the grief, resilience and importance of remembering who was lost.
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On "The Bay Blend," Sky Lebron talked with the creator of "Hoodbachi God" and his unique take on hibachi that is prepared right in front of customers — from the trunk of a car.
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The USF College of Nursing is hosting its fourth annual Nursing Pathway Summer Program this week. Fifty high school students suited up in scrubs and got hands-on experience in the profession.
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The Florida Holocaust Museum, the Tampa Jewish Federation and the Florida National Organization for Women have all released statements against the rapper’s performances.
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A family of four must earn at least $106,000 annually to afford basic needs across the region, according to @UnitedWay's 2026 ALICE report.
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Board members of the redevelopment agency told him they don't want all the future money going to the team. He said the larger community would benefit from what is called the "halo effect."
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Republicans currently hold 20 of the state’s 28 U.S. House seats. The new voting districts could improve the GOP’s chances to win four additional seats this year.
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Democrat David Jolly has named Gwen Graham, the daughter of former Governor Bob Graham and a former congresswoman, as his running mate in Florida's 2026 governor's race.
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While not choosing between building a Rays ballpark and modernizing the Bucs' facility, a letter from the board to Hillsborough officials urges officials to keep the aging 65,000-seat stadium in money-making form.
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