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Both deaths were likely caused by the bacteria Vibrio, which is found in oysters. trib.al/Ev1vFTe

More than 13 national and local law agencies were involving in busting a national drug-smuggling operation based in Winter Haven. trib.al/6v3O0Fp

Looking for something to do in the Tampa Bay area this weekend? Fashion’s Finest Tampa Bay, Tracy Morgan, Tampa Bay Tap Festival. trib.al/0O3op6D

An original OCC chopper customized by Paul Teutul Sr. is now on display in the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. trib.al/FVEx5ZQ

JC La Verde was seriously injured in an alligator attack while swimming in Lake Thonotosassa on Aug. 3. The attack was captured on video. trib.al/UjLcxtE

In Florida, about 93 percent of kindergarteners in the 2020-21 school year were vaccinated against polio. trib.al/MDNHA5p

Under the Florida Constitution, the suspension of an elected official must be reviewed and approved by the Senate. trib.al/bCVMhyw

A new Lifetime movie starring Thora Birch details the relationship between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie and the vlogger's death. trib.al/To0iGCF

The purpose of the LMS is to identify and reduce the impact of hazards such as flooding, sea level rise and storm surge in the community. trib.al/wdDKeTC

The Greater St. Petersburg Area Awesome Original Second Time Arounders Marching Band​ enters its 41st season with a new band director. trib.al/ATAzmlY

Thunderstorms in Florida produced a massive waterspout off the coast of Destin on Tuesday, according to weather officials. trib.al/sL1qGRJ

Former Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, who removed Warren from his job. trib.al/nTvKwPr

Gov. DeSantis wants to hire retired first-responders and military veterans, who would receive bonuses to become teachers in Florida. trib.al/g5HQT16

Dr. Chaundre Cross set sail from Naples on Aug. 10. After several days of searching, the Coast Guard suspended efforts to find him Sunday. trib.al/spA89Ok

The pass rusher became the first active NFL player to come out as gay last year when he played for the Las Vegas Raiders. trib.al/E0Rjn93

A 10-year-old boy was attacked by a shark while his family was snorkeling off the Florida Keys over the weekend. trib.al/ZyZ2Prr

The closures are necessary for crews to perform overhead sign installation work as part of the Gateway Expressway project. trib.al/JdYK47x

The Explorida Manatee Swim Tour in Crystal River was voted No. 10, the only U.S.-based experience to make Tripadvisor's top 10 adventures. trib.al/D5ad5jN

A robust economy despite the pandemic and a plentiful workforce helped Florida jump six places in Top States for Business in 2022 rankings. trib.al/IvdGdKK

Orange County Choppers founder Paul Teutul Sr. will unveil a one-of-a-kind chopper at the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport Tuesday. trib.al/S74wIr3