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Back-to-school shopping secrets
For the first time in years, parents are expected to spend less this year on back to school supplies because of the troubled economy.
More hurricanes predicted - But why?
Hurricane experts say to look for more storms this season than earlier predicted. But how did they come to that conclusion?
Lightning as you've never seen it
The Tampa Bay area is known as the 'lightning capital of the country.' But when lightning strikes, it's over in a flash. Here's some amazing slow-motion video.
Research: Stacks of paper can cause depression
Most of us have a room in the house that crys "help me." Researchers say that can be bad for your health.
Getting the best deals on school supplies
It's that time of year. You've got the list and you're ready to fill your kids' backpack with supplies. Where can you save the most money? Video Video
Secrets to lowering your credit card interest rates
See the script to lower your credit card rate and watch how it works for consumers in our area! If you have any success stories with Jackie's script, e-mail her at jcallaway@wfts.com. Video Video
Boomer boom in the Sunshine State
Between 2010 and 2030, Baby Boomers are expected to descend on Florida in droves.
Bay area bank failure raises question: How safe is your money?
First Priority in Bradenton is the eighth bank, nationwide, to fail this year. Video Video
Plug-N-Play: A car that uses zero gas
Bay area drivers say they're going green and saving green while they're at it, thanks to electric cars. But are these cars a good alternative? Video Video
44 pound 'Princess Chunk' actually boy named 'Powder'
The fat cat's real owner has come forward and revealed that 'Powder' was the victim of a home foreclosure. Video Video


"Why did tropical storm Fay strengthen and get better organized after landfall?"
Accu-Weather Forecast
Universities are debating if a lower drinking age will mean higher learning.
HIGHER LEARNING... LOWER DRINKING AGE? Universities across the nation want to make it easier for underage students to have a drink.
Have you seen this man? He is armed, dangerous and on the run
Hillsborough County Deputies are trying to track down the men they say kidnapped, raped and robbed two women over the weekend.
Tropical Storm Fay leaves parts of Naples underwater
ABC Action news reporter Don Germaise found himself knee-deep in water near the county courthouse.
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