War in Iran has the potential to drive a widening energy crisis, experts say The growing conflict in the Middle East is fast causing an international energy crisis with the potential to ripple through global economies.

The U.S. only gets a fraction of its oil from the Middle East, but that doesn't mean Americans won't feel the impact of price shocks.

Twisters strike the Oklahoma town made famous by 'Twister' Wakita, home of the Twister museum, was hit by two possible tornadoes the night of Mar. 5. Linda Wade, who lives in Wakita and owns the Twister the Movie Museum, said she received multiple warnings.

Linda Wade, who lives in Wakita and owns the Twister the Movie Museum, said she received multiple warnings before the storms arrived.

Tampa animal rescue over capacity, urgently seeking fosters A Tampa animal rescue is making a desperate plea for fosters and volunteers after a sudden influx of dogs pushed its facility beyond capacity.

Mercy Full Project told Tampa Bay 28 reporter Rebecca Petit it is currently caring for about 200 animals, with a staff of just seven people. This week alone, they took in 10 puppies from an accidental litter discovered in a backyard kennel in Dover.

Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers is installed at the Capitol after a 3-year delay Visitors to the Capitol will now have a visible reminder of the violent attack against the building on Jan. 6, 2021, and the officers who fought and were injured that day.

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., led the effort to install the plaque as he commemorated the fifth anniversary of the attack.

Bodycam video raises questions in fatal shooting of US citizen by DHS agent Videos showing the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by a federal immigration agent call into question assertions by DHS that a driver intentionally rammed an agent with his car.

A grand jury declined last week to file any criminal charges against Homeland Security Investigations Supervisory Special Agent Jack Stevens.

Tornadoes kill 6 people in Michigan and Oklahoma Powerful storms that whipped up tornadoes killed four people in southern Michigan and two people in eastern Oklahoma on Friday.

The National Weather Service said strong storms and flash flood risks on Saturday stretched from the Great Lakes to Texas.

Trump warns Iran of ‘complete destruction’ as war reaches one-week mark President Donald Trump warned on Saturday that Iran would face more severe consequences as the conflict between Tehran, the United States and Israel continues to escalate.

In an apparent shift in tone, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologized Saturday to neighboring countries affected by the fighting.

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas said he was withdrawing from his reelection race after having admitted to an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide.

The aide, Regina Santos-Aviles, 35, died after setting herself on fire in the backyard of her home in Uvalde, Texas.

Volunteers replant destroyed native plants on Treasure Island Treasure Island is getting a face-lift and the people who live there are getting some extra protection from future storms.

Tampa Bay 28's Casey Albritton explored how Treasure Island is getting a face-lift, and the people who live there are getting some extra protection from future storms.

Four people, three pets displaced after fire damages Weeki Wachee home: HCFR Four people and three pets are displaced after a fire damaged their Weeki Wachee home around 9 a.m. on Saturday, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR).

Officials said they determined the cause of the fire to be a juvenile playing with matches.

Russia providing intelligence to Iran as war with U.S., Israel continues Russia is assisting Iran as the country faces ongoing attacks from the United States and Israel, an intelligence official told Scripps News.

It remains unclear whether Russia’s posture will derail negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Pedestrian killed while crossing I-4 ramp in Polk County: PCSO A pedestrian died Friday night after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross an on-ramp from U.S. Route 27 to Interstate 4 in Polk County, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies said Antonio Sanchez Jr., 77, was attempting to run across the on-ramp from the west side of the road when he was struck by a Chevrolet Suburban.

Bolts acquire former Lightning forward Corey Perry from LA Kings: ESPN A familiar face is coming back to Tampa Bay to join the Bolts as they look to regain their pre-Winter break form.

A familiar face is coming back to Tampa Bay to join the Bolts as they look to regain their pre-Winter break form.

'Hamilton,' 'Wicked' among Straz Center Broadway lineup for 2026-27 The Straz Center for the Performing Arts announced the 2026-2027 Bank of America Broadway at Straz Center season schedule, which includes nine shows and encore performances.

The Straz Center for the Performing Arts announced the 2026-2027 Bank of America Broadway at Straz Center season schedule, which includes nine shows and encore performances.

5th person dies from injuries after Florida-registered speedboat shooting in Cuban waters: Cuban Embassy A fifth person involved in a speedboat shootout with Cuban forces has died from his injuries, according to a statement from the Cuban Embassy in the United States.

A fifth person involved in a speedboat shootout with Cuban forces has died from his injuries, according to a statement from the Cuban Embassy in the United States.

Barack Obama remembers the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Former President Barack Obama said the presidential runs in the 1980s by the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. set the stage for other Black leaders, including himself.

Mourners attended a public service at a Chicago church, where former President Barack Obama and other Democratic presidents were speaking.

With time running out, DeSantis revives push for AI protections focused on kids With time running out in Florida’s legislative session, Gov. DeSantis is making one more push to rescue his proposed “Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights.”

With time running out in Florida’s legislative session, Gov. DeSantis is making one more push to rescue his proposed “Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights.” Tampa Bay 28's Forrest Saunders has the latest from the Capitol.

Daughter speaks out after deputies say her father was shot and killed by his ex-wife Julia Scott is speaking out about the father she lost after deputies say he was shot and killed by his ex-wife, Susan Avalon.

Julia Scott is remembering her father after deputies say he was shot and killed by his ex‑wife, Susan Avalon. Tampa Bay 28’s Julie Salomone spoke with Scott about her loss and the impact of the tragedy.

Tampa veterans mark 35 years since Desert Storm as US military operations unfold in Iran Veterans gathered in Tampa on Friday to mark 35 years since Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, as current U.S. military operations against Iran added new meaning to the commemoration.

Tampa Bay 28's Blake Phillips spoke with veterans who gathered at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa Friday to mark the 35th anniversary of Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, the military campaigns that launched the Gulf War in 1991.

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Tampa Bay 28 reporter Mary O'Connell has heard from many people left scrambling to find a wedding venue after the sudden closure of Cross Creek Ranch on Monday. https://wfts.tv/4ctWnOM 

Bolts acquire former Lightning forward Corey Perry from LA Kings: ESPN A familiar face is coming back to Tampa Bay to join the Bolts as they look to regain their pre-Winter break form.

A familiar face is coming back to Tampa Bay to join the Bolts as they look to regain their pre-Winter break form. Tampa Bay 28's Kevin Lewis has the latest.

Tampa Bay Water escalates to phase 3 extreme shortage as Alafia River runs too low to pump Tampa Bay Water declared a phase 3 extreme water shortage. Here's what it means and how residents can conserve, and earn up to $3,000 back.

Tampa Bay 28 reporter Jada Williams was at a press conference today with Tampa Bay Water. Officials warned if conditions worsen, restrictions could tighten further. That includes potentially moving to hand-watering only,

Rays consider bringing ‘Tampa Bay’ Back to road jerseys, ask for fans' help in choosing Playing as the visitors in Tampa tonight has sparked conversation within the Rays organization about reintroducing “Tampa Bay” to their regular-season road jerseys.

Playing as the visitors in Tampa tonight has sparked conversation within the Rays organization about reintroducing “Tampa Bay” to their regular season road jerseys.

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Mourners of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. attended a public service at a Chicago church, where former President Barack Obama and other Democratic presidents were speaking. Read >> https://wfts.tv/3MOsqyF

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It was not immediately clear which Cuban officials the office is targeting or what criminal charges prosecutors may be looking to bring. https://wfts.tv/47gFqUs 

The Port St. Lucie Police Department said officers were able to safely find a 13-year-old child with autism who went missing. https://wfts.tv/4aU36jN 

Things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend |March 6-8 If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (March 6-8), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (March 6-8), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.

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The Straz Center for the Performing Arts said the lineup includes nine shows and two encore performances. Full article>>https://wfts.tv/4rqmtWU 

Saint Leo University partners with IBM to embed AI training across all majors Not long ago, Courtney Desse says pulling up an artificial intelligence browser in class felt like a punishable offense.

Not long ago, Courtney Desse says pulling up an artificial intelligence browser in class felt like a punishable offense.

Alligator spotted at an elementary school in Polk County Polk County Schools shared a picture on social media of an alligator spotted at Snively Elementary in Polk County.

Polk County Schools shared a picture on social media of an alligator spotted at Snively Elementary in Polk County.