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Orlando group claims it has raised $1.5 billion for MLB team

The Dreamers say the money raised has come in the form of letters of intent and verbal commitments from qualified investors.

Florida23 hours ago

The Falcon 9 rocket sent up Starlink 6-74 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. (SpaceX)

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SpaceX launches nearly 30 Starlink satellites

The Falcon 9 rocket sent up Starlink 6-74 mission from Space Launch Complex 40.

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Brevard County1 day ago

Al Lang Stadium, seen here being repaired from hurricane damage. (Spectrum Bay News 9/Angie Angers)

St. Pete to explore downtown waterfront makeover, demolition of Al Lang

Plans would include the amphitheater, a new building for The Florida Orchestra and a 400-car parking garage.

Pinellas County1 day ago

Disney World unveils perk to allow kids to eat free at resorts

The offer is open to kids ages 3 to 9 for next year, officials said.

Orlando3 days ago

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio looks on upon his arrival at the Quai d'Orsay, France's Minister of Foreign Affairs before a bilateral meeting with his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Julien de Rosa, Pool via AP)

U.S. State Department unveils massive overhaul of agency with reduction of staff and bureaus

The reorganization plan is the latest effort by the White House to reimagine U.S. foreign policy.

Washington, D.C.4 days ago

8 ways to celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is celebrated on April 22.

Nationwide4 days ago

BANDWAGON-3

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BANDWAGON-3

Satellites and capsule launch on SpaceX’s Bandwagon-3 mission

The Falcon 9 rocket sent the Bandwagon-3 mission into orbit after take off from Space Launch Complex 40.

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Brevard County4 days ago

32ND RESUPPLY MISSION

The Falcon 9 took off in an instantaneous launch from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center for the 32nd commercial resupply mission on Monday, April 21, 2025. (NASA)

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32ND RESUPPLY MISSION

NASA and SpaceX launch 32nd resupply mission to ISS

The Falcon 9 took off in an instantaneous launch from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Brevard County5 days ago

FILE - An American flag flies over the Florida Capitol, Tuesday April 23, 2019 in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, File0

Florida DOGE bill passes state House

It has been referred to the Senate Rules committee for scheduling.

Florida1 week ago

Disney World offers hotel discounts to Disney+ subscribers

Disney+ subscribers can get savings on rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels, starting from $99 per night, officials said.

Orange County1 week ago

ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT

To celebrate Earth Month, Target begins selling wine in paper bottles

The bottles are five times lighter than glass.

Nationwide1 week ago

The hummingbird migration is underway

The long annual journey northward continues for the Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds.

Nationwide1 week ago

Former Hope Florida Executive Director Erik Dellenback testifies in Tallahassee. (Courtesy: The Florida Channel)

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Erik Dellenback resigns as Hope Florida's executive director one day after testifying in Tallahassee

One day after testifying about the organization's political donations, Hope Florida Executive Director Erik Dellenback resigns effective May 1.

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Florida1 week ago

The new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, located at Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla. (Spectrum News)

New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

The 500-room hotel overlooks Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.

Orange County1 week ago

CROSS BAY FERRY

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CROSS BAY FERRY

Hillsborough County terminates contract with Cross Bay Ferry

The service that runs between Tampa and St. Pete’s downtowns will end at the end of this month.

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Tampa1 week ago

(File photo of NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building/Anthony Leone)

'Smart move for the nation:' Florida Council of 100 backs NASA HQ move to 'mission-critical operations' in Florida

The nonprofit sent a letter to state leaders with more than 125 signatures urging NASA headquarters to move to Florida.

Brevard County1 week ago

The Chronos Portal stands at the entrance of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's fourth theme park. (Spectrum News/Anna Wronka)

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An 'epic' adventure: what to know about Universal Orlando's Epic Universe

Get ready to explore new worlds at Epic Universe, set to open May 22. Here's a guide on what to expect before you start your journey.

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Orlando1 week ago

Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment in Dark Universe at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

FIRST LOOK: Dark Universe at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando1 week ago

Stardust Racers in Celestial Park at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

FIRST LOOK: Celestial Park at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando1 week ago

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

FIRST LOOK: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando1 week ago

Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

FIRST LOOK: Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando1 week ago

NEW SHEPARD LAUNCH

The all-female crew of the NS-31 mission traveled to beyond the Kármán line, the internationally established edge of space at 62 miles/100 kilometers, on Monday, April 14, 2025. (Blue Origin)

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NEW SHEPARD LAUNCH

All-female crew returns from Blue Origin’s New Shepard suborbital launch

This is all part of Amazon’s Jeff Bezos’ company Blue Origin’s mission to have space travel become accessible for the average Joe.

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Brevard County1 week ago

How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

FIRST LOOK: How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando1 week ago

The Falcon 9 rocket sent up Starlink 12-17 mission from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A on Saturday, April 12, 2025. (SpaceX)

SpaceX launches 21 Starlink satellites

The Falcon 9 rocket sent up Starlink 12-17 mission from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A.

Brevard County1 week ago

Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park contains five themed worlds: Celestial Park, Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk and Dark Universe. (Spectrum News)

VIDEOS: Sneak peek of Universal Orlando's Epic Universe theme park

Spectrum News reveals a first look at the much-anticipated theme park, which is set to open on May 22.

Orlando2 weeks ago

MATERNAL HEALTH

USF Health's Black Maternal Health Week events

USF College of Public Health is continuing its initiative to educate Black communities on the importance of maternal care.

Tampa2 weeks ago

This undated photo provided by Murray Osorio PLLC shows Kilmar Abrego Garcia. (Murray Osorio PLLC via AP)

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Supreme Court says Trump administration must facilitate return of Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

The administration has conceded that it made a mistake in sending him to El Salvador, but also argued that it no longer could do anything about it.

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Washington, D.C.2 weeks ago

Hurricane Milton in the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast off Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. (NOAA via AP)

NASA CONFIRMATION HEARING

What to know about the 2025 Atlantic hurricane names

There is one new name on the list this year.

Nationwide2 weeks ago

PROJECT KUIPER LAUNCH

More than 30 Project Kuiper satellites are inside this United launch Alliance Atlas V rocket as they will be launched from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. (ULA)

PROJECT KUIPER LAUNCH

ULA scrubs launch of Amazon’s Project Kuiper

More than 30 Project Kuiper satellites they will be launched from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

Brevard County2 weeks ago

NEWS

USPS seeking first class postage stamp increase to 78 cents

NEWS

U.S. Postal Service seeks to hike cost of a first-class stamp to 78 cents

The current cost is 73 cents.

Nationwide2 weeks ago

TARIFFS

How to shop amid tariff uncertainty according to Consumer Reports

TARIFFS

Tips on how to shop amid tariff uncertainty

Consumer Reports has advice for U.S. consumers looking to navigate uncertain economic times.

Nationwide2 weeks ago

GETTING THERE

The I-175 Action Plan will look at ways to enhance the safety and connectivity around the small interstate that connects I-275 and 4th Street. (Spectrum News)

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GETTING THERE

FDOT studying plans to redesign I-175 in St. Petersburg

Neighbors are calling for the removal of the interstate and replacing it with a boulevard.

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Pinellas County2 weeks ago

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NASA CONFIRMATION HEARING

Trump’s NASA pick Jared Isaacman to have confirmation hearing Wednesday

The Senate Commerce Committee will hear on Wednesday from President Donald Trump’s nominee, Jared Isaacman, for the NASA administrator position.

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Brevard County2 weeks ago

President Donald Trump, from right, speaks to reporters accompanied by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Burgum's wife Kathryn Burgum, aboard Air Force One where Trump signed a proclamation declaring Feb. 9 Gulf of America Day, as he travels from West Palm Beach, Fla. to New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists

A Trump-appointed federal judge ruled that the government can't retaliate against the AP for not observing Trump's order renaming the Gulf of Mexico.

Washington, D.C.2 weeks ago

NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. (Spectrum News photo/Anthony Leone and video by Greg Pallone)

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Florida leaders push to move NASA headquarters to the Space Coast

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other leaders said NASA already has a footprint on the Space Coast and it would be a less expensive location.

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Brevard County2 weeks ago

Orlando International Airport (Spectrum News)

Disney World launches luggage transport service for resort guests

The service is available at select resorts with Southwest Airlines flights departing from Orlando International Airport.

Orlando2 weeks ago

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin warms-up before an NHL hockey game against New York Islanders in Elmont, N.Y., Sunday, April 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record by scoring his 895th

Gretzky’s total of 894 goals had long seemed unapproachable. His record had stood for 31 years.

Long Island2 weeks ago

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PHOTO GALLERY: First look at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe theme park

The attraction’s grand opening for its fourth theme park is scheduled for May 22.

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Orlando2 weeks ago

FRAM2 MISSION

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FRAM2 MISSION

Fram2 crew splashes down after first polar orbit

The four civilians splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of California at 12:19 p.m. ET, Friday.

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Florida3 weeks ago

National Hurricane Center director announces big change ahead of 2025 hurricane season

NHC Director Dr. Michael Brennan says Potential Tropical Cyclone forecasts can go out earlier to give people more time to prepare.

Nationwide3 weeks ago

TROP REPAIRS

The roof of Tropicana Field peeled off during Hurricane Milton in October 2024. (Spectrum News/Eddie Jackson)

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TROP REPAIRS

St. Pete city council votes to approve funding for new Tropicana Field roof

The council voted 7-1 to approve $22.5 million in funding to repair the stadium’s torn-off roof. Councilman Richie Floyd was the lone no vote.

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Pinellas County3 weeks ago

EASTER 2025

Easter eggs scattered in a field. (Spectrum News 1/Jordan Kudisch)

EASTER 2025

Easter events 'egg'-spected to take place across Tampa Bay for 2025

Easter is hopping into Tampa Bay on Sunday, April 20.

Tampa3 weeks ago

ALLIGATOR SUPER HUNT

ALLIGATOR SUPER HUNT

FWC to open Alligator Super Hunt applications next month

The 2025 application period will run May 2 - June 2.

Florida3 weeks ago

Satellite image of Hurricane Helene in the Gulf of Mexico on Sept. 26, 2024. (NOAA)

Colorado State University is calling for above normal activity this hurricane season

The forecast calls for an above normal season in the Atlantic.

Nationwide3 weeks ago

President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

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Trump unveils broad new tariffs, setting 10% baseline and higher rates on dozen of countries

None of the warning signs about a falling stock market or consumer sentiment turning morose has caused Trump to publicly second-guess his strategy.

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Washington, D.C.3 weeks ago

Ohio Task Force 1 members carry out search and rescue missions in Saint Lucie, Florida, after Hurricane Milton. (Photo courtesy of Ohio Task Force 1)

Beryl, Helene and Milton retired from the list of Atlantic storm names

Brianna, Holly and Miguel will replace the names in 2030.

Nationwide3 weeks ago

FRAM2 MISSION

Fram2 shows off polar orbit mission

The Fram2 crew are the first humans ever to orbit Earth’s polar regions from space as they conduct various experiments.

Brevard County3 weeks ago

The Saunders Planetarium and Digital Dome Theatre at MOSI is now open, featuring a 10,000-square-foot screen and over 330 seats. (Photo: MOSI)

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