First Lady Casey DeSantis stresses that HopeFlorida will carry on with its mission - despite the criticism. The nonprofit faces scrutiny over a $10 million donation given to nonprofit political committees and ultimately used to defeat controversial ballot initiative. Spectrum Bay News 9

Mike Cooper of faith-based Dream Center of Lakeland talks about a recent $10 thousand check they received from HopeFlorida and the calls that followed about what the money was being used for. “Thank you for embracing us.” Spectrum Bay News 9

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The River Center at Julian B. Lane Park has now been renamed after former Tampa mayor Bob Buckhorn. Spectrum Bay News 9

Spectrum Bay News 9's Jason Delgado gives us a glimpse inside what's being dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz." President Trump is visiting the detention center with Governor Ron DeSantis today.

Full house as we await Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at the Grand Hyatt in Tampa. He is expected to make an announcement at 10. Spectrum Bay News 9

FL Senator Blaise Ingoglia named state’s Chief Financial Officer. Spectrum Bay News 9

FL senator Blaise Ingoglia - now CFO - has been one of DeSantis’ closest supporters in the legislature. Spectrum Bay News 9

In honor of the first day of school…

Awaiting Governor DeSantis Presser where he is expected to announce his pick for lieutenant governor. RPOF sent a release this morning congratulating Florida State Senator Jay Collins on the position. Spectrum Bay News 9

Former State Senator Jay Collins has been sworn in as Florida’s Lieutenant Governor Spectrum Bay News 9

Clearwater police say multiple fights broke out at a youth football game this afternoon at Countryside Sports Complex. Two people were hurt. And a Gainesville coach was arrested. I'm sure it was crowded with families. Sad the children had to witness that. Spectrum Bay News 9

Sad news to report this Sunday evening: Rob Lorei, the venerable former host of “Florida This Week” has succumbed to his battle with cancer, dying earlier today. He was a force in Tampa Bay journalism and will be deeply missed, not only by his colleagues but by those who sat on

“Homelessness is a situation, a situation that they can get out of.” Through partnerships, and the City of Tampa, the Best family has a new place to call home. Spectrum Bay News 9

Ha! When your colleague Errol Louis (@errollouis.bsky.social) of Spectrum News NY1 is featured in the Saturday Night Live - SNL open!

Gonna cry at that first *home run sound* 🥹

Waiting on the arrival of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noems at Tampa International Airport. Spectrum Bay News 9

Tampa TSA Supervisor celebrates $10 thousand dollar bonus he received for positive work ethic and not missing a day during the government shutdown. Spectrum Bay News 9

US Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was at Tampa International Airport to hand out $10 thousand bonuses to 25 TSA workers for their “exemplary service” during the government shutdown. Spectrum Bay News 9