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A heat advisory is in place Tuesday across the Tampa Bay area as the heat index is forecast to be up to 112°F at times.

Matthew Flores, the suspect in a Central Florida murder case, is expected to be extradited back to Florida from North Carolina Tuesday. He is also a person of interest in the disappearance of the now late Lyft driver, Gary Levin.

A suspect involved in a murder investigation in Wauchula has been booked into Hardee County Jail after fleeing to North Carolina, according to authorities.

Meteorologist Greg Dee said Monday's forecast heat indices throughout the day are the hottest he's seen all summer. As early as 10 a.m., it's expected to feel like 103°F.

Automakers Hyundai and Kia are issuing yet another recall tonight over a defect in the engine that could start a fire.

It's almost time to head back to school, and that means being mindful of our youngest pedestrians and bikers making their early morning commutes.

While some teachers and school districts are pushing back against AI tools, others are using them to teach students.

Sudden cardiac arrest, according to the Mayo Clinic, is the leading cause of death for student-athletes.

Johnny Evans had a Stand Your Ground hearing before Sarasota Judge Dana Moss on July 14, with the ruling resulting in the trial being set for July 24.

District One is 12 counties: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Lee, Manatee, Okeechobee, Polk and Sarasota BARTOW, Fla. -