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CDC Recommends Everyone Wear A Mask In Public PlacesOfficials announced Tuesday afternoon that people who are both vaccinated and unvaccinated need to start wearing masks in public indoor settings again.
Hillsborough County Schools Faces Bus Driver ShortageHillsborough County School officials say the district is facing the largest bus driver shortage it’s ever seen.
Polk County Sheriff's Office Searching For Suspect In MurderAn Auburndale woman was found dead in her home on Monday morning, July 26, 2021, just after 9:00 AM, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking her boyfriend of more than 20-years for her murder.
Polk County Has It's Second Rabies Case Of The YearA fox that was being aggressive and trying to attack six barn cats, four horses, and two cows at a Polk City property has been confirmed to have been infected with rabies.
Investigation Underway After Death Of An InmateThe Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation surrounding the death of an inmate housed at the Falkenburg Road Jail.
Sarasota Man Arrested And Facing Charges Of Sexual Battery On A Victim Under 12John M. Smith, 47, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of sexual battery on a victim under 12 by an offender over 18. Smith is being held in the Sarasota County Jail. Detectives believe there may be additional victims and are asking them to call Detective Maria Llovio.
Bond Denied For Alleged 77th Street Gang MemberReversing a federal magistrate judge’s ruling, United States District Judge Robert N. Scola, Jr. has ordered that Kenny Terlent, 19, will remain in a federal detention center without bond pending his trial on charges of illegally possessing a machine gun, identity theft, and Covid-19 benefit related fraud.
Three Men Sentenced For The Robbery Of A Cellphone StoreThree men have been sentenced to federal prison for aiding and abetting the robbery of a cellphone store and aiding and abetting the brandishing of a firearm during a robbery.
Convicted Felon Sentenced For Possessing Firearms And AmmunitionU.S. District Judge William Jung has sentenced Christopher Calkins (29, St. Petersburg) to five years in federal prison for possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon. The court also ordered Calkins to forfeit the firearms and ammunition involved in the offense.
Around The Nation
Americans Letting Gift Cards Go To WasteAmericans will spend an estimated $200 billion in gift cards this year, according to Coresight Research. But a big chunk of that money goes to waste.
Woman Found Beheaded On Sidewalk In Minnesota City; 42-Year-Old Man ArrestedAn arrest has been made after a woman was found beheaded on a Shakopee sidewalk Wednesday afternoon.
Many Who Filed Federal Tax Returns On Time Or Early Still Don't Have Refunds -- What's The Holdup?Sixty-five days and counting – if you filed your federal taxes on the delayed deadline of May 17, that is how long you have been waiting for your refund. But many people who filed early are even still waiting. So what’s the holdup?
DeKalb To Offer $50 For Vaccinations At South DeKalb Mall On Saturday, July 31DeKalb to offer $50 for vaccinations at South DeKalb Mall on Saturday, July 31.
'It Explores Things We Don't Talk About Often': Zakiya Dalila Harris On Novel 'The Other Black Girl'The first time author discusses her New York Times bestseller about two Black women who meet against the white backdrop of New York City book publishing.
For Sale: Dallas Mansion With No Bedrooms For Nearly $1 MillionEverything inside, from the reception area to the stark design and features looks like something you would find in an office park rather than a residential neighborhood.
CBS+
'It Is About Family & Finding The Fun In Aging': Writer & Producer Sam Strauss On Showtime's 'The End'A new series from Showtime explores the end of a life, starting again in your 80's and finding the beauty in life.
WATCH: Stephen King Reads From His New Book ‘Billy Summers’Watch King narrate a special selection from the book in the video above and don’t miss 'Billy Summers,' out on August 3 wherever books are sold.
'I Got Chills': Curtiss Cook On Season 4 Of Showtime's 'The Chi'The actor talks with us about playing Douda on "The Chi" and the impact of a show that tackles important issues like police brutality, community relationships and love.
'Dominique Deveraux Is Representative Of What So Many Women Are Doing Today': Michael Michele On The CW's 'Dynasty'The actor chats with us about working with Wesley Snipes in "New Jack City," what it was like to have tens of millions people watching "ER" and starring on The CW Network's hit "Dynasty."
2021 CrossFit Games Individual Finals To Air On CBS Sunday, August 1The 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games begin this week in Madison Wisconsin and CBS Sports will have live coverage of the individual finals on Sunday August 1.
'Grover Is A Much Better Man Than I Am': Ian Duff On The CW's 'The Republic Of Sarah'The actor talks with us about the new hit drama on The CW and why he will never forget the experience he had on "Judas and the Black Messiah."
Latest Sports
Baseball Report: MLB's Trade Deadline LoomsThis week's Baseball Report looks at the looming trade deadline, the Baltimore Orioles' sweep of the Washington Nationals, and the slipping away of Trevor Bauer's career.
Olympics 2021: USWNT Vs. Australia, 5 Things Fans Should KnowOne match left for the Americans in the group stage and another familiar opponent stands in the way of a knockout stage berth.
Olympics 2021: USWNT Vs. New Zealand 5 Things To KnowAfter a stunning loss in their opener, the USWNT look to rebound against New Zealand in their second group match. Here's what you should know.
'My Kids Get To See All These Amazing Women': Amber McKenzie On Athlete Unlimited LacrosseThe star lacrosse player talks with us about the new professional women's lacrosse league and the impact this will have on the next generation of young girls playing the sport.
3M Open Preview: 'We're Going To See A Different TPC Twin Cities,' Says CBS Sports' Dottie PepperDustin Johnson and Louis Oosthuizen headline the third 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities, a course that has seen its share of birdies.
Olympics 2021: Sweden 'Hands Down' Biggest Threat To USWNT In Group StageCBSSports.com soccer writer and Attacking Third podcast host Sandra Herrera previews the USWNT heading into the Olympic soccer tournament.
Offbeat
Florida Man Arrested At Lake Fannie Boat Ramp, Propositioning Undercover Officer To Engage In Lewd Sexual ActsTwo Florida Men were are behind bars after propositioning undercover detectives for lewd sexual acts at two different public parks. One of the men arrested is a registered sex offender.
Florida Dice Game Turns Fatal, Deadly Force Deemed 'Lawful & Justified'The office of State Attorney Andrew Warren announced Tuesday that the use of deadly force against 21-year-old Zaike Barker following a dice game disagreement was lawful and justified.
Church Pastor & A Coach Among 79 Arrested In Sex-Trafficking StingWith large events such as WrestleMania, law enforcement sees opportunity. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department plucked 79 men from the streets for violations related to human trafficking - among those arrested was a church pastor and a girls basketball coach.
Health
Hillsborough County Schools Faces Bus Driver ShortageHillsborough County School officials say the district is facing the largest bus driver shortage it’s ever seen.
COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rise From 40 To Over 70 At Tampa General HospitalTampa General Hospital doctor, Jason Wilson, says he's seeing younger patients get sick with COVID-19.
Tampa General Hospital Sees Spike In COVID-19 HospitalizationsAs we enter the middle of Summer, local experts say COVID-19 is more of a threat now than in recent months.