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National non-profit Homes for Our Troops held a kick-off ceremony in Lithia on Saturday to celebrate the start of construction on a wounded veteran’s personalized home. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/homes-for-our-troops-builds-custom-adaptive-home-for-blind-army-vet-in-lithia/
January 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM
National non-profit Homes for Our Troops held a kick-off ceremony in Lithia on Saturday to celebrate the start of construction on a wounded veteran’s personalized home. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/homes-for-our-troops-builds-custom-adaptive-home-for-blind-army-vet-in-lithia/
The Polk County Sheriff's Office said first responders pulled a Honda CR-V, with the driver still buckled in, out of Lake Marion last night. A small dog was also found swimming in an air pocket. https://www.wfla.com/news/polk-county/police-pull-mans-body-still-buckled-in-car-out-of-lake-marion/
January 10, 2026 at 6:47 PM
The Polk County Sheriff's Office said first responders pulled a Honda CR-V, with the driver still buckled in, out of Lake Marion last night. A small dog was also found swimming in an air pocket. https://www.wfla.com/news/polk-county/police-pull-mans-body-still-buckled-in-car-out-of-lake-marion/
A crew with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue proved Saturday morning that they're looking out for all Tampa Bay residents, human or otherwise 🐶 https://www.wfla.com/news/always-ready-to-help-hillsborough-fire-rescues-small-dog-that-slipped-down-drain-pipe/
January 10, 2026 at 6:02 PM
A crew with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue proved Saturday morning that they're looking out for all Tampa Bay residents, human or otherwise 🐶 https://www.wfla.com/news/always-ready-to-help-hillsborough-fire-rescues-small-dog-that-slipped-down-drain-pipe/
The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, full refund. https://www.wfla.com/mobile/what-to-know-about-tax-changes-getting-the-maximum-refund-in-2026/
January 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, full refund. https://www.wfla.com/mobile/what-to-know-about-tax-changes-getting-the-maximum-refund-in-2026/
Home prices are expected to rise modestly in 2026, but sellers will still be calling the shots in certain markets.
The top 10 hottest housing markets in 2026: Zillow
Homebuyers in this Northeast city should brace for “bidding wars and broken hearts,” according to Zillow.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Home prices are expected to rise modestly in 2026, but sellers will still be calling the shots in certain markets.
A Brandon High School student who was struck by a CSX train while walking to school on Thursday died from his injuries, the sheriff's office said on Saturday. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/17-year-old-dies-after-being-struck-by-train-in-brandon/
January 10, 2026 at 3:34 PM
A Brandon High School student who was struck by a CSX train while walking to school on Thursday died from his injuries, the sheriff's office said on Saturday. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/17-year-old-dies-after-being-struck-by-train-in-brandon/
The killing of a Minnesota woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is reverberating across Capitol Hill. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-congress-is-debating-the-possible-consequences-for-ice-and-even-noem-after-renee-goods-killing/
January 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The killing of a Minnesota woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is reverberating across Capitol Hill. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-congress-is-debating-the-possible-consequences-for-ice-and-even-noem-after-renee-goods-killing/
AI-generated faces, voices and full-body performances that mimic real people increased in quality far beyond what even many experts expected would be the case just a few years ago. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/deepfakes-leveled-up-in-2025-heres-whats-to-expect-this-year/
January 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AI-generated faces, voices and full-body performances that mimic real people increased in quality far beyond what even many experts expected would be the case just a few years ago. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/deepfakes-leveled-up-in-2025-heres-whats-to-expect-this-year/
Southbound I-275 on the Howard Frankland Bridge will be closed overnight on Tuesday, the Florida Department of Transportation said. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/southbound-howard-frankland-to-close-tuesday-night/
January 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Southbound I-275 on the Howard Frankland Bridge will be closed overnight on Tuesday, the Florida Department of Transportation said. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/southbound-howard-frankland-to-close-tuesday-night/
The Trump administration says its new dietary guidelines mark a revolution for U.S. food culture, emphasizing whole foods like meats, whole-fat dairy, fruits and vegetables — while cutting down on carbs. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/kennedy-shakes-up-dietary-guidelines-winners-and-losers/
January 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The Trump administration says its new dietary guidelines mark a revolution for U.S. food culture, emphasizing whole foods like meats, whole-fat dairy, fruits and vegetables — while cutting down on carbs. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/kennedy-shakes-up-dietary-guidelines-winners-and-losers/
An iconic creature seen in skies across the world, it's Save the Eagles Day! 🦅 The day was initially created to protect a pair of nesting bald eagles in New Jersey and has continued since 2015.
January 10, 2026 at 1:30 PM
An iconic creature seen in skies across the world, it's Save the Eagles Day! 🦅 The day was initially created to protect a pair of nesting bald eagles in New Jersey and has continued since 2015.
Happy Birthday, Pat Benatar! 🎉 The singer rose to fame in the 1980s with iconic hits like "Love Is a Battlefield" and "Hit Me With Your Best Shot." She celebrates her 73rd birthday today! https://www.wfla.com
January 10, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Happy Birthday, Pat Benatar! 🎉 The singer rose to fame in the 1980s with iconic hits like "Love Is a Battlefield" and "Hit Me With Your Best Shot." She celebrates her 73rd birthday today! https://www.wfla.com
Happy Birthday, Rod Stewart! 🥳 The English singer and songwriter best known for hits like "Maggie May" and "Tonight's the Night" turns 81 today! https://www.wfla.com
January 10, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Happy Birthday, Rod Stewart! 🥳 The English singer and songwriter best known for hits like "Maggie May" and "Tonight's the Night" turns 81 today! https://www.wfla.com
Chart-topping rapper Fetty Wap is saying "hey, what's up, hello" to freedom, as he has been released from federal prison earlier than expected. https://www.wfla.com/news/rapper-fetty-wap-freed-from-federal-prison-nearly-a-year-early/
January 10, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Chart-topping rapper Fetty Wap is saying "hey, what's up, hello" to freedom, as he has been released from federal prison earlier than expected. https://www.wfla.com/news/rapper-fetty-wap-freed-from-federal-prison-nearly-a-year-early/
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! David Jones celebrated his 101st birthday in Brooksville, surrounded by family and friends. https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/d-day-veteran-celebrates-101st-birthday-in-brooksville/
January 10, 2026 at 12:20 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! David Jones celebrated his 101st birthday in Brooksville, surrounded by family and friends. https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/d-day-veteran-celebrates-101st-birthday-in-brooksville/
WINTER FISHING 🐟 In the first episode of Reel Talk, AmandaHollyWx and Captain Ryan Amaturo of Reel Nauti Fishing Charters LLC talk about how to catch sheepshead in the "cold" months in Tampa Bay. Catch "Reel Talk" on the WFLA app and your favorite platform!
January 9, 2026 at 11:15 PM
WINTER FISHING 🐟 In the first episode of Reel Talk, AmandaHollyWx and Captain Ryan Amaturo of Reel Nauti Fishing Charters LLC talk about how to catch sheepshead in the "cold" months in Tampa Bay. Catch "Reel Talk" on the WFLA app and your favorite platform!
A former Florida tennis official has been charged with child sex crimes years after allegedly assaulting multiple victims in cities across several states. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/former-florida-tennis-coach-accused-of-child-sex-crimes-across-multiple-us-cities-including-greensboro/
January 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
A former Florida tennis official has been charged with child sex crimes years after allegedly assaulting multiple victims in cities across several states. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/former-florida-tennis-coach-accused-of-child-sex-crimes-across-multiple-us-cities-including-greensboro/
So far, the Justice Department has released only a small fraction of documents tied to Epstein’s case. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/epstein-files-deadline-lapses-for-third-week-lawmakers-press-doj-over-delay/
January 9, 2026 at 10:40 PM
So far, the Justice Department has released only a small fraction of documents tied to Epstein’s case. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/epstein-files-deadline-lapses-for-third-week-lawmakers-press-doj-over-delay/
The architect in charge of the White House ballroom revealed that officials within the Trump administration are “considering” an addition to part of the West Wing, as well. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/white-house-considering-an-addition-to-the-west-wing-too-architect-reveals/
January 9, 2026 at 9:40 PM
The architect in charge of the White House ballroom revealed that officials within the Trump administration are “considering” an addition to part of the West Wing, as well. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/white-house-considering-an-addition-to-the-west-wing-too-architect-reveals/
The Minneapolis school system will offer families the option of remote learning for a month amid federal immigration enforcement in the city, the district said. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/ap-minneapolis-schools-will-offer-remote-learning-amid-federal-immigration-enforcement/
January 9, 2026 at 9:20 PM
The Minneapolis school system will offer families the option of remote learning for a month amid federal immigration enforcement in the city, the district said. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/ap-minneapolis-schools-will-offer-remote-learning-amid-federal-immigration-enforcement/
Pasco County Fire Rescue shared safety tips after a lithium-ion battery sparked a massive house fire in Dade City on Wednesday. https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/crews-battle-large-lithium-battery-house-fire-in-dade-city/
January 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Pasco County Fire Rescue shared safety tips after a lithium-ion battery sparked a massive house fire in Dade City on Wednesday. https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/crews-battle-large-lithium-battery-house-fire-in-dade-city/
The Trump administration is expected to send an additional 200 Customs and Border Patrol agents to Minnesota amid unrest, sources told NewsNation. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/cbp-to-send-200-more-agents-to-minnesota/
January 9, 2026 at 8:40 PM
The Trump administration is expected to send an additional 200 Customs and Border Patrol agents to Minnesota amid unrest, sources told NewsNation. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/cbp-to-send-200-more-agents-to-minnesota/
100 SKULLS: Bones and skulls visible in the back seat of a car near an abandoned cemetery led police to a basement filled with body parts.
https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/100-skulls-and-mummified-body-parts-found-in-mans-basement-police-say/
https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/100-skulls-and-mummified-body-parts-found-in-mans-basement-police-say/
January 9, 2026 at 8:20 PM
100 SKULLS: Bones and skulls visible in the back seat of a car near an abandoned cemetery led police to a basement filled with body parts.
https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/100-skulls-and-mummified-body-parts-found-in-mans-basement-police-say/
https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/100-skulls-and-mummified-body-parts-found-in-mans-basement-police-say/
HEAVY METALS: First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that 16 out of 24 baby formula samples have at least one toxin exceeding federal standards.
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/heavy-metals-found-in-more-than-half-of-baby-formula-samples-in-florida-governor-says/
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/heavy-metals-found-in-more-than-half-of-baby-formula-samples-in-florida-governor-says/
January 9, 2026 at 7:40 PM
HEAVY METALS: First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that 16 out of 24 baby formula samples have at least one toxin exceeding federal standards.
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/heavy-metals-found-in-more-than-half-of-baby-formula-samples-in-florida-governor-says/
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/heavy-metals-found-in-more-than-half-of-baby-formula-samples-in-florida-governor-says/
CHEESE RECALL: Shredded cheese sold in 20 states, including Florida, has been recalled after testing positive for listeria. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/cheese-recalled-in-florida-for-listeria-contamination-things-to-know/
January 9, 2026 at 7:20 PM
CHEESE RECALL: Shredded cheese sold in 20 states, including Florida, has been recalled after testing positive for listeria. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/cheese-recalled-in-florida-for-listeria-contamination-things-to-know/