Tampa, FL news on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

In Tampa, FL on Wednesday, October 28, 2026: Rays force Game 5 with dramatic 12th-inning win. Also: Ten people arrested in Tampa Bay drug operation with cartel ties, according to Florida Attorney General; One week until Election Day; Tampa Bay early turnout shows mixed signals about voter engagement patterns. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 84°F and breezy winds up to 16 mph.

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Tampa Bay Rays beat Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in 12th inning last night, forcing Game 5 and staying alive in World Series.NewsRadio WFLA · Oct 28, 6:24 AM
Ten people arrested in Tampa Bay drug operation with cartel ties, according to Florida Attorney General.WFLA · Oct 27, 4:34 PM
One week until Election Day; Tampa Bay early turnout shows mixed signals about voter engagement patterns.wtsp.com · Oct 27, 5:32 PM

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