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ANOTHER CASE: Authorities in Utah pinned another decades-old homicide on serial killer Ted Bundy. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/authorities-connect-serial-killer-ted-bundy-to-another-1970s-homicide/ 

Two people were hospitalized after a car struck a school bus in Dover on Tuesday morning, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/student-driver-hospitalized-after-school-bus-crash-in-dover-hillsborough-sheriff/ 

Anthropic’s Claude AI model reportedly accessed publicly available Georgia election data without human authorization, raising fresh questions about AI security and human oversight. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/claude-ai-reportedly-bypassed-paywall-to-access-georgia-voter-data/ 

RAYS RECAP: The Tampa Bay Rays are facing elimination after the Milwaukee Brewers dominated in Game 3 of the World Series. The Rays must win Game 4 to keep the series alive and prevent a Brewers sweep. wfla.com/rays

Taylor Swift signed her first publishing deal in Nashville at the age of 14. About 22 years and 14 Grammys later, she joined the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/taylor-swift-lyle-lovett-and-more-inducted-into-nashville-songwriters-hall-of-fame/ 

"Our hearts are with Austin’s family" | A Florida firefighter has died more than a year after his brother, another firefighter, died unexpectedly. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-firefighter-paramedic-dies-a-year-after-firefighter-brother/ 

Amendment 3 would increase FL's homestead property tax exemption, potentially saving homeowners money, while raising concerns about funding for essential services. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/florida-amendment-3-promises-relief-for-homeowners-draws-criticism-from-first-responders/

A 7-year-old girl who was in critical condition after a school shooting in Bend, Oregon, earlier this month is now stable and out of the intensive care unit, her family said. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/7-year-old-oregon-school-shooting-survivor-is-out-of-icu-family-says/

The report names Russia, China, and Iran and warns that women and girls are key targets of AI-generated content, bot networks and social media algorithms designed to manipulate Americans. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/russia-china-and-iran-target-women-and-girls-with-ai-bots-report-warns/

Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day is returning for the holiday season! On Red Cup Day, customers who purchase any handcrafted holiday beverage can receive a collectible reusable holiday cup while supplies last. https://www.wfla.com/dont-miss/how-to-get-a-free-reusable-cup-on-starbucks-red-cup-day/ 

She explained that when she told Dolly about her diagnosis, her aunt was really affected by the news, adding, “And that’s how I figured it out.” https://www.wfla.com/news/national/dolly-partons-niece-realized-singer-had-cancer-upon-revealing-own-diagnosis/

Nicki Minaj appeared alongside President Trump at a rally in Michigan over the weekend, highlighting her growing role in his political circle and dividing fans. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/nicki-minajs-role-in-trumps-political-circle-divides-fans/

A Florida man was arrested over the weekend after shooting at neighbors with an AR-15-style rifle from his backyard, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office announced. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-man-shoots-at-neighbors-from-backyard-with-ar-style-gun-deputies-say/

Brainstacking is the latest wellness trend sweeping TikTok, with users sharing a new habit to try to reverse brain rot and stop doomscrolling. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/brainstacking-can-the-latest-tiktok-trend-actually-reverse-brain-rot/

Two men were charged Tuesday with national security offenses over last month’s incident at RAF Fairford, a U.S.-run military base in England, prosecutors said. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/2-men-charged-with-uk-national-security-offenses-over-incident-at-us-run-military-base-in-england/

Florida is among 20 other states and the FTC suing Dollar General, alleging it cost consumers millions of dollars through deceptive pricing practices over several years. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/ftc-20-states-including-florida-sue-dollar-general-claiming-customers-overcharged/ 

"Continue to stand up for animals" | A Lakeland man is heading to prison after he shot an innocent horse over money, the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office announced. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/lakeland-man-pleads-guilty-to-shooting-innocent-horse-while-demanding-money-sao/ 

Winter Haven community members came together for a concert to honor the victims of the deadly bus crash that occurred earlier this month through music at the historic Ritz Theater. https://www.wfla.com/news/polk-county/concert-held-to-honor-winter-haven-school-bus-crash-victims/ 

The Tampa Bay Rays spoke after their Game 3 loss to Milwaukee, saying there is still an opportunity for them to win the World Series. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/brewers-rout-the-rays-10-1-to-move-within-a-win-of-their-first-world-series-title/ 

The Brewers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 in Game 3, moving one step closer to their first World Series title. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/brewers-rout-the-rays-10-1-to-move-within-a-win-of-their-first-world-series-title/ 

#BREAKING The Tampa Bay Rays have lost Game 3 to the Milwaukee Brewers, leaving them 0-3 in the World Series. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/rays-vs-world-series-game-3-live-blog/ 

Several heads of law enforcement agencies and firefighters voiced their opposition to Amendment 3, saying it would slash and burn funding. https://www.wfla.com/news/battleground-florida/several-florida-public-safety-officials-warn-against-amendment-3/ 

SOLD OUT: Over 40,000 people attended Game 3 of the Tampa Bay Rays vs Milwaukee Brewers World Series, selling out the stadium. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/rays-vs-world-series-game-3-live-blog/ 

An Illinois man is facing federal charges related to mailing letters containing a white substance to four members of Congress this month. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/man-charged-with-sending-white-substance-to-4-lawmakers/ 

Former FBI Director James Comey has been charged again by the Justice Department for allegedly disclosing sensitive national defense information in 2016, according to newly unsealed court documents. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/doj-charges-comey-for-third-time/ 

Want to keep up with the Rays vs Brewers in Game 3? Check out our live blog https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/rays-vs-world-series-game-3-live-blog/ 

Florida A&M University students reflect after a shooting that took place over Homecoming weekend, injuring 12 people, including children. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/famu-students-reflect-after-homecoming-shooting/ 

A DeSoto County detention deputy was fired and charged after the IT department discovered troubling photos on an agency computer, the sheriff's office said. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/images-of-naked-inmates-found-on-florida-deputys-agency-computer-sheriffs-office/ 

"IT'S ALL A MINDSET": Seven marathons, seven continents, seven days. It’s a challenge most runners wouldn't dream of attempting, but for one Tampa couple, it's their next big adventure. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-couple-takes-on-world-marathon-challenge-2027/

CHILLING WITH RAYMOND! Some young fans got to hang out with the official mascot of the Tampa Bay Rays before Game 3 of the Rays vs. Brewers World Series. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/send-us-your-rays-game-fan-pictures/ 

BUCS WITH BOWLES: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers delivered a much-needed victory with a dominant all-around performance, combining a powerful running game with a disruptive defense. https://www.wfla.com/sports/buccaneers/bucs-with-bowles-tampa-bay-dominates-panthers-in-43-13-win/

Florida and 19 other states have joined the Federal Trade Commission in suing Dollar General for what it characterized as “long-running deceptive pricing practices.” https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-joins-ftc-19-other-states-to-sue-dollar-general-for-deceptive-pricing/ 

Several MLB teams have won the World Series after losing the first two games. Can the Tampa Bay Rays replicate this victory 30 years after the last team to do so? https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/these-mlb-teams-won-world-series-after-0-2-start-can-the-rays/ 

PRISONER ESCAPES: A convicted murderer has escaped from a prison in West Tennessee, state officials announced. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/convicted-murderer-escapes-prison/ 

Body camera video showed police arresting a mother as she deboarded a flight after leaving her four children home alone for days while she went to Las Vegas. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-mom-who-left-4-children-home-alone-during-las-vegas-trip-arrested-at-airport-detectives/ 

RAYS WORLD SERIES! Are you attending any of the World Series games at Tropicana Field? Send us your pictures here: https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/send-us-your-rays-game-fan-pictures/

Grammy-winning country star Carly Pearce will be singing the National Anthem before Game 3 of the Rays vs Brewers World Series. https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/rays-world-series-what-to-know-about-parking-food-event-times-at-tropicana-field/

A passenger's concerning text message, spotted by a flight attendant, prompted a United flight to turn back, according to cockpit audio. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/concerning-hijack-text-prompts-united-flight-to-turn-back-cockpit-audio-indicates/

The Temple Terrace Police Department opened a death investigation after a man was found dead in a library parking lot. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/man-found-dead-in-temple-terrace-library-parking-lot-police/ 

The Tampa Bay Rays are back at Tropicana Field for their first home game of the World Series. Here's what to expect if you're headed to the Trop: https://www.wfla.com/sports/rays/rays-world-series-what-to-know-about-parking-food-event-times-at-tropicana-field/

MISSING TEEN'S TRUCK FOUND: The truck belonging to a missing Florida teenager was discovered abandoned in Georgia, according to deputies. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/missing-florida-teens-truck-found-abandoned-in-georgia-deputies-say/ 

A HART bus driver was cited for running a red light and causing a crash that landed a Tampa police officer in the hospital over the weekend. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/hart-bus-driver-cited-for-crashing-into-tampa-police-cruiser/

CAR INTO HOME: A driver was accused of driving under the influence after crashing into a Florida home and killing a family's dog. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/drunk-driver-crashes-into-florida-home-killing-family-dog-police/ 

The 21-year-old was last seen at a Publix in Orlando months before her body was found in the eastern part of rural Hernando County, the sheriff's office said. https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/hernando-sheriff-searching-for-answers-in-pregnant-womans-2017-homicide/ 

Rays groundskeeper, Director of Field Operations Dan Moeller, has been with the team since '97. Now, he has the chance to watch the team win the World Series https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/rays-groundskeeper-whos-been-with-team-since-the-beginning-gets-front-row-seat-to-world-series-run/

Clearwater Ferry crash hearing delayed to 2027 https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/clearwater-ferry-crash-hearing-delayed-to-2027/  

UPDATE | A man who was shot last week in the Hudson area has died from his injuries, the Pasco Sheriff's Office announced. https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/man-shot-in-hudson-last-week-dies-from-injuries-deputies-continue-to-search-for-leads/ 

WOMAN SOUGHT: Highlands County deputies are searching for a woman accused of pulling up to a home in Avon Park and stealing a potted plant and a sign. https://www.wfla.com/news/highlands-county/woman-sought-after-stealing-potted-plant-sign-from-avon-park-home-deputies-say/ 

Singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago. https://www.wfla.com/news/world/chris-brown-avoids-prison-time-for-brawling-at-a-london-nightclub/

"One-of-a-kind resource for the environment" | The SS United States is one step closer to becoming the world's largest artificial reef. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/the-ss-united-states-is-scheduled-for-sinking-to-become-the-worlds-largest-artificial-reef/