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Headlines: Man shoots ex’s new boyfriend in front of child; City leaders vote on Tampa-St. Pete ferry; Advisory for Venice beach

Good afternoon! Today is Thursday, August 4.

TODAY’S WEATHER

Onshore wind flow brings a small rain chance to the coast in the morning and a 50% rain chance later in the day. See your full forecast here

TODAY’S HEADLINES

Sheriff: Child, 5, witnessed deadly shooting in Lakeland. Read more

Tampa city leaders OK ferry proposal, St. Pete to vote today. Read more

‘No swim’ advisory issued for Venice Fishing Pier Beach. Read more

WFLA to launch ‘Max Defender 8’ radar; most powerful in the world. Read more

WQYK radio show host Dave McKay found dead. Read more

Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday this weekend. Read more

Man accused of attacking flamingo at Busch Gardens remains behind bars. Read more

Earl downgraded to tropical storm after drenching Belize. Read moreSee all of today’s top storiesDON’T MISS IT

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