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Pinellas Deputies shoot suspect

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Two Pinellas County deputies fired multiple shots at a man with an automatic rifle, authorities said Friday, ending a terrifying few days for neighbors in a community in Largo. More>>

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Pier's last weekend open draws crowds Video included

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After spending 40 years as the "upside down" pyramid in everyone's heart, The Pier has hit the end of the road. It will close for good Friday May 31, but Memorial Day weekend is full of events for everyone to say goodbye. More>>

Police look for counterfeit suspect

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Governor set to sign texting ban into law

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A bill banning texting while driving will be signed into law following the Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Rick Scott announced Friday. More>>

Deputies shoot man with gun, sheriff's office says

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Two Pinellas County deputies fired multiple shots Friday night at a man with an automatic rifle, authorities said. More>>

Is it really a sale? Video included

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You can't miss it this weekend -- there are sales everywhere.  Memorial Day markdowns are posted on everything from clothes to cars to furniture. But how do you know if you are getting a real deal?
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Toddler recovering after kidney transplant from mom

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Surgeons say Evan Ranieri's body is accepting his mom's kidney flawlessly, and that he should get to feeling better soon. More>>

Judge denies petition to exhume bodies at Dozier

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A judge in Jackson County has denied the petition to exhume bodies at the former Dozier Reform School in Marianna. It's a huge blow to USF's research and the hope of dozens of families. More>>

Florida bridge safety ratings Video included

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Deficient? Obsolete? Not words you want hear about the bridges you drive across in your travels. But transportation officials have very specific definitions for these labels. Here is a look at what they mean, and how you can look up the safety ratings of any bridge in the state.
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    Raising a family between 162 baseball games has its challenges. But the Rays 'Super Sam' Fuld is making it work, with a lot of help from his wife Sarah.
    Raising a family between 162 baseball games has its challenges. But the Rays 'Super Sam' Fuld is making it work, with a lot of help from his wife Sarah.

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    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  
    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  

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    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher.
    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher. So why do they so often fail so early in their life? Experts say improper care is the death nail.
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  • Friday, May 24 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:24:15 GMT
    Deficient? Obsolete? Transportation officials have very specific definitions for these labels. Here is a look at what they mean, and how you can look up the safety ratings of any bridge in the state.
    Deficient? Obsolete? Not words you want hear about the bridges you drive across in your travels. But transportation officials have very specific definitions for these labels. Here is a look at what they mean, and how you can look up the safety ratings of any bridge in the state.

  • Tampa Bay hurricane and severe weather preparation guide, featuring county-by-county emergency preparedness information.
    Tampa Bay hurricane and severe weather preparation guide, featuring county-by-county emergency preparedness information.
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    Children's Miracle Network Hospitals raises money for 170 children's hospitals across North America, which, in turn, use the money where it's needed the most.
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