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Tampa police are investigating a fatal shooting of four relatives, including an infant, in a residential area, while South Tampa's Haven Restaurant is closing to make way for a new seafood spot. Florida gas prices hit over $4 in Wesley Chapel and Lutz due to global tensions, and a video of a woman abusing a puppy has ignited calls for stricter animal cruelty laws.

Tampa law enforcement dismantled a Vice Lords drug operation, seizing five pounds of cocaine, while two deaths were reported from severe weather off the coast. A fire damaged a key lab at the University of South Florida's Marine Science College, and the Stanley Cup playoffs boosted Tampa Bay's local economy.

Tampa firefighters contained two separate fires at University of South Florida campuses on the St. Pete campus and another location, with investigations ongoing. A tornado watch remains in effect for Hillsborough and Pinellas counties as severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rain, is expected.

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Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Tampa. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.