Mac and Cheese Boy, Accused Arsonist Caught, Microcephaly

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‘Mac and Cheese Boy’ Arrested in Florida

The University of Connecticut's Mac and Cheese boy has been arrested again. This time, however, the New Yorker was far from home.

Gulfport Woman Whose Death Led To Arrests Identified

Gulfport Police have released the name of the woman who died last week, prompting the arrest of her two caregivers on neglect charges.

Buchanan Slams ‘Lame’ Obama Administration Terrorist Screening Plan

A Department of Homeland Security Proposal to ask foreign travelers for their social media information to help ferret out potential terrorists is drawing heavy fire from U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, a Florida Republican.

Accused Arsonist’s Appearance At Fire Leads To Arrest

A 27-year-old Thonotosassa man faces criminal charges after his appearance near the scene of a recent arson fire piqued investigators’ interest.

1st Baby With Zika Virus-Related Defect Born In Florida

The Florida Department of Health on Tuesday confirmed the state’s first Zika-related case of microcephaly. According to the state agency, the mother of the baby born in Florida with the Zika virus-related defect is a citizen of Haiti. She traveled to Florida to deliver the child.

Child Deaths Prompt IKEA Dresser Recall

Following the deaths of several children from chests and dressers that have tipped over, IKEA is voluntarily recalling multiple versions of the furniture, the company says.

Restaurant Inspections: Scampering Rodent, Dead Roaches In Noodles

A live rodent was found in a Tampa movie theater’s restaurant and a barbecue joint faces more trouble after recent state inspections.

Tow 2 Go Ready For 4th Of July

AAA Auto Club South and Bud Light are teaming up to help make Tampa Bay area roads safer over the long holiday weekend.

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