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The National Hurricane Center says tropical storm conditions and heavy rainfall are possible over parts of the central Gulf Coast. The Miami-based center said Sunday afternoon that a storm system is brewing about 240... Read More.

Snook season opened in the Gulf over the weekend, but because of the ongoing red tide problem, the fish can't be kept. Florida Fish and Wildlife is enforcing catch-and-release rules for species from Anna... Read More.

Police in North Port are looking for a man who allegedly tried to scam a convenience store. Officials say a man walked into the Circle K at Sumter Boulevard and Price Boulevard around 11... Read More.

Troopers with Florida Highway patrol will be out in full force this weekend. Lt. Greg Bueno with FHP says although their offices will be closed, Troopers will still be working and on the roads cracking... Read More.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Ron Desantis has to pick a running mate by net week. But while the congressman will tap someone to serve as his lieutenant governor he is not expected to abondon his... Read More.

Restaurant, resort and hotel workers were among the dozens taking part in an active shooter training seminar this morning at the Hyatt Regency in Sarasota. The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association sponsored the event... Read More.

Nearly 3.6 million Floridians cast ballots during this week's primary election. Four years ago, turnout was just over 2 million voters. Republicans and Democrats alie say voter interest is extremely high for the 2018... Read More.

The Latest on primaries in Florida ...Rep. Ron DeSantis' Florida governor campaign says his comments about Democrat Andrew Gillum that have drawn criticism were directed at Gillum's policies and not the candidate himself. ... Read More.

As red tide continues to linger on the Suncoast, The Charlotte County Commission has extended the local state of Emergency for the county. A spokesperson for the county says Commissioners have extended a local... Read More.

Rep. Ron DeSantis rode a robust endorsement from President Donald Trump to victory Tuesday in Florida’s Republican gubernatorial primary. DeSantis was one of several Republicans running in contests in Florida and Arizona who hoped... Read More.