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Forecasters expect the least active Atlantic hurricane season in more than a decade
CSU hurricane experts continue to expect nine named storms, four hurricanes and one major hurricane to form in the Atlantic in 2026.

The Scoop: Wed. Aug. 5, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Florida Voters, Florida Property Tax, Timothy Chaneyfield, Intercollegiate Athletics and US Financial Literacy.

Race between Angie Nixon and Alex Vindman could test how progressive Florida Democrats really are
As progressives rack up victories in other parts of the country against moderate Democrats, Florida’s Aug. 18 primary could prove a big test for that movement. Retired U.S. Army Lt. Col Alex Vindman has tried to reserve his rhetorical fire for Sen. Ashley Moody, the Republican…

This 93-year-old is still patrolling Tampa’s fairways

Florida executes 2 men Tuesday, a 1st in modern death penalty history

Vaccine skepticism, RFK, Jr., and measles outbreak
Explore vaccine skepticism as Dr. Harvey discusses RFK Jr.'s surprising reversal on the MMR vaccine and more.

Suicide rates are higher for teen girls. Abortion bans could be making it worse.
A new study found a 'concerning increase' in suicidal ideation for teen girls in states with abortion bans — regardless of if they are pregnant. There was no increase for teen boys.

Florida gas prices slide, but some areas still pay $4 per gallon
Gas prices in most of Florida were below the $4 mark, with the statewide average falling 14 cents in the past week amid the latest round of attacks and talks with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. AAA put the average gallon of gas in Florida on Monday at $3.83, or 27 cents lower…
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