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Tampa Bay TimesThursday, 30 July 2026

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Fed leaves interest rate unchanged

Three board members pushed for an increase as Federal Reserve chair praised a ‘good family fight.’

Paul Wiseman
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Business owners nabbed for scattering mothballs

The men believed black skimmers were causing them to lose up to $50,000, officials say.

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Judge rules in favor of SPCA in sunburned pig case

Animal advocates packed the courtroom in support of Waddles and left disappointed by the decision.

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Goodbye WestShore Plaza: New owner will demolish the mall

The 54-acre property sold for $135 million. It will be changed into a mixed-use development.

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