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11-Year-Old Found Zip-Tied and Sealed in Bathroom: Parents Charged in Disturbing Abuse Case

Wednesday, July 29

A West Virginia family is reeling after police say an 11-year-old girl was discovered restrained with zip ties and locked inside a bathroom that had been sealed shut with spray foam. The child was freed by a witness who used a pry bar to... Read More.

Suncoast Weather: High Rip Current Risk and Scattered Storms Wednesday

Wednesday, July 29

Wednesday on the Suncoast means a mix of sun, scattered showers, and some serious wind. Isolated storms could pop up before noon, with thunderstorms mainly over inland areas during the afternoon. West winds are gusting up to 25 mph, and the heat index is... Read More.

The Best Old Florida Seafood Restaurants Still Standing on the Suncoast in 2026

Wednesday, July 29

The Suncoast is changing fast. Condos are going up, new restaurants are opening every week, and the character of the coast is shifting. But some things remain the same — including a handful of seafood restaurants that have been serving Old Florida flavor for... Read More.

Former Nurse Charged with Assaulting Teen Boys Just Out of Surgery in Massachusetts Hospital

Tuesday, July 28

A former nurse is facing serious charges after prosecutors say he sexually assaulted two teenage boys in the moments after they woke up from surgery. John Tam, 43, was arraigned Monday in Massachusetts on eight counts including indecent assault and battery on a patient... Read More.

American Airlines Tech Outage: What Suncoast Travelers Need to Know Today

Tuesday, July 28

A systemwide technical outage hit American Airlines on Tuesday, July 28, causing major headaches for travelers across the country. The outage affected the airline’s website, mobile app, and flight booking services. Downdetector reports show the highest concentration of issues in Dallas, Los Angeles, New... Read More.

Aviata Evacuation Leaves Families in the Dark: What We Know

Tuesday, July 28

The sudden evacuation of the Aviata building in Sarasota has left many families struggling to connect with their loved ones. Lynn Pope is one of those family members. She hasn’t heard from her sister Nancy since Nancy was moved to a facility in New... Read More.

Manatee County’s $80 Million Ice Rink Debate: New Complex or Support the Old One?

Tuesday, July 28

Manatee County commissioners have a tough decision on their hands. They’re weighing whether to move forward with an $80 million indoor ice sports complex near Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch or find a different location. The project, which would include ice rinks, volleyball... Read More.

Florida’s Groundhog Day Summer: Same Storms, Same Heat, Same Risks on the Suncoast

Tuesday, July 28

Florida’s weather has entered a repetitive cycle that feels like a real-life Groundhog Day. From the Suncoast down through the Gulf beaches, every day brings warm and humid mornings followed by scattered afternoon thunderstorms that are starting earlier and spreading wider than usual. A... Read More.

Georgia Man Dies After Breaking Into His Own Home: A Tragic Reminder About Safety and Alcohol

Tuesday, July 28

A bizarre and tragic accident in Georgia has left a community in shock. On July 23, a man died after cutting his arm while breaking a window to enter his own home. Police say he was intoxicated and couldn’t find his house key. In... Read More.

Miami Dolphins Open Training Camp with New Coach, New QB, and a Winning Attitude

Tuesday, July 28

The Miami Dolphins are back in action, and there’s a fresh energy blowing through training camp this year. After a disappointing 7-10 season, the team has brought in new head coach Jeff Hafley and starting quarterback Malik Willis. From the very first day, Hafley... Read More.

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11-Year-Old Found Zip-Tied and Sealed in Bathroom: Parents Charged in Disturbing Abuse Case

Suncoast Weather: High Rip Current Risk and Scattered Storms Wednesday

The Best Old Florida Seafood Restaurants Still Standing on the Suncoast in 2026

Former Nurse Charged with Assaulting Teen Boys Just Out of Surgery in Massachusetts Hospital

American Airlines Tech Outage: What Suncoast Travelers Need to Know Today

Aviata Evacuation Leaves Families in the Dark: What We Know

Manatee County’s $80 Million Ice Rink Debate: New Complex or Support the Old One?

Florida’s Groundhog Day Summer: Same Storms, Same Heat, Same Risks on the Suncoast

Georgia Man Dies After Breaking Into His Own Home: A Tragic Reminder About Safety and Alcohol

Miami Dolphins Open Training Camp with New Coach, New QB, and a Winning Attitude

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