Booties, indoor dog parks — and following the vet’s orders. How to keep pets cool this summer - Florida news - NewsLocker (2025)

Sunburns, paw blisters and heat stroke are all possible when temperatures climb.

Florida Poly researcher wins federal grant to study Parkinson's Disease

The number of Parkinson’s patients is expected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Hillsborough County seniors start school with national recognition

A pair of Hillsborough County seniors are starting the school year with national recognition from Bank of America.

Decision 2024 updates: Harris to rally in Raleigh, N.C., with focus on the economy

Get the latest updates on the 2024 presidential election from the Spectrum News team.

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Day 4: State rebuttal begins in Susan Lorincz trial

A verdict could be expected on Friday.

Day 4: Closing arguments get underway in Susan Lorincz trial

A verdict could be expected on Friday.

Early voting ends this weekend in the Bay area

Florida’s primary election is Tuesday and there's only a couple days left to avoid the lines on Election Day.

Hurricane Ernesto impacts Bermuda into the weekend

Ernesto is a Category 2 hurricane.

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Harris unveils economic plan: Price gouging ban, $25K down payment aid, $6,000 tax credit for newborns, universal $35 insulin cap

Her economic speech in North Carolina, a red-leaning state her campaign is hoping to flip, is her first specifically on a policy agenda.

Tampa Bay Sun set for franchise debut this weekend

The Tampa Bay Sun Football Club is preparing to host its first professional women’s soccer game in Tampa this weekend.

Poll finds higher voter enthusiasm since Harris became the nominee

The poll found that 36% believe Harris picking Tim Walz as her running mate helps her chances of winning, compared to just 25% for JD Vance and Trump.

Day 4: Closing arguments to start in Susan Lorincz trial

A verdict could be expected on Friday.

Florida real estate agents brace for a major shift in the way they do business

Changes for those buying and selling real estate

Day 4: Jury deliberates in the Susan Lorincz trial

A verdict could be expected on Friday.

VP Harris to unveil proposal for federal ban on price gouging

The announcement of the proposal will come at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday in remarks focused on her economic agenda.

St. Petersburg PD break up major fentanyl ring

St. Petersburg Police have broken up a major fentanyl ring after a nine-month undercover investigation.

At least 1 arrest made in connection to Matthew Perry's death, authorities say

Authorities have scheduled a news conference in Los Angeles to announce details in the case later Thursday morning.

Outlaw Boat Tour retraces Everglades shoreline shootout

History of Everglades filled with outlaws and homesteaders

SpaceX launches pair of Maxar’s WorldView Legion satellites

The Maxar 2 mission was launched from Space Launch Complex 40; a sonic boom was heard.

The Big Stories: Vance agrees to debate with Walz, and DeSantis speaks in Tampa about abortion

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

Hurricane Warning in effect for Bermuda as Ernesto strengthens

Ernesto is moving toward Bermuda.

Harris to unveil economic plan in North Carolina: Price gouging ban, construction of 3 million new homes, down payment aid

Her economic speech in North Carolina, a red-leaning state her campaign is hoping to flip, is her first specifically on a policy agenda.

City of Bartow to hold community meeting on Peace River concerns

The city's mayor signed an emergency declaration on Tuesday regarding the Peace River's water levels.

Gov. DeSantis to visit Tampa Thursday over abortion access battle

Gov. DeSantis will be in Tampa Thursday evening to attend an event at Jesuit High School to discuss the potential impact of Amendment 4 on Florida.

DeSantis visits Tampa to speak about abortion amendment

Gov. DeSantis will be in Tampa Thursday evening to attend an event at Jesuit High School to discuss the potential impact of Amendment 4 on Florida.

2 arrested after Riverview couple says they were ambushed following a big casino win

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office officials say Marcus Jenkins and Tristin Wright have been arrested in connection with the case.

SpaceX set to launch pair of Maxar’s WorldView Legion satellites

The Maxar 2 mission will leave Space Launch Complex 40; expect a sonic boom.

White House announces Medicare's 'Big Deal' on prescription diabetes, heart disease, arthritis drugs

New drug prices will take effect in 2026, and are estimated to save Medicare beneficiaries about $1.5 billion in out-of-pocket costs.

Abortion access battle to bring governor to Tampa tonight

Gov. DeSantis will be in Tampa Thursday evening to attend an event at Jesuit High School to discuss the potential impact of Amendment 4 on Florida.

Florida lawmakers propose public smoking ban that could impact Amendment 3

Sarasota Republican Sen. Joe Gruters is spearheading the proposed public smoking ban.