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Playoff-bound Rays score 2 in 9th to beat Angels 5-4

Manuel Margot flared a run-scoring single to right field to complete a two-run ninth and the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-4.

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The Rays are finalizing plans for a new stadium, which means MLB expansion could be on deck

The Tampa Bay Rays are finalizing plans for a new ballpark in downtown St. Petersburg, which is a positive development for baseball fans in Florida.

1 day ago

The Rays are finalizing plans for a new stadium, which means MLB expansion could be on deck

The Tampa Bay Rays are finalizing plans for a new ballpark in downtown St. Petersburg, which is a positive development for baseball fans in Florida.

2 days ago

Tampa Bay Rays finalizing new ballpark in St. Petersburg as part of larger urban project

The playoff-bound Tampa Bay Rays have put the finishing touches on plans for a new 30,000-seat ballpark in St. Petersburg.

Kremlin says 'deliberate wrongdoing' is a possible cause of the plane crash that killed Wagner chief

The Kremlin's spokesperson says “deliberate wrongdoing” is among the possible causes of the plane crash that killed Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin last week.

Russian mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin is buried in private, ending his tumultuous journey

A private burial has been held for Yevgeny Prigozhin, ending a tumultuous journey from St. Petersburg street thug to Kremlin-financed mercenary leader.

What we know — and don't know — about the crash of a Russian mercenary's plane

The head of a Russian mercenary group who launched a rebellion against Moscow’s military leadership in June is presumed dead after a mysterious plane crash.

Like antique shopping? These are the Florida cities you’ll want to visit

For the antique hunters among us: you’re in luck, as Florida sports several locales that host great outlets for antique seekers, according to Southern Living.

Dominican investigation of Rays' Wander Franco is being led by gender violence and minors division

A prosecutor in the Dominican Republic says the investigation into Tampa Bay Rays All-Star shortstop Wander Franco’s alleged relationship with a minor is being handled by a division specializing in minors and gender violence in the province of Peravia.

School librarians inspect ‘over a million books’ to comply with new Florida law

Media specialists have been working through the summer to make sure school and classroom libraries are up to new state standards.

Ruble hits lowest value against USD since early in Ukraine war

The ruble has dropped against the U.S. dollar in trading in Moscow to it lowest level since the first month of the war in Ukraine.

Putin woos African leaders at a summit in Russia with promises of expanding trade and other ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hailed Africa's growing role in global affairs and offered to expand political and business ties as he courted leaders from the continent at a summit in St. Petersburg.

Putin promises no-cost Russian grain shipments to 6 African countries

Russian President Vladimir Putin has told leaders and officials from most African countries that his nation is making full efforts to avert a global food crisis despite concerns that its withdrawal from a deal allowing grain shipments from Ukraine will cause price spikes.

Russian president signs legislation marking the final step outlawing gender-affirming procedures

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed new legislation that marked the final step in outlawing gender-affirming procedures, a crippling blow to Russia’s already embattled LGBTQ+ community.

Colton Cowser hits 10th-inning sacrifice fly as Baltimore Orioles top Tampa Bay Rays 4-3

Colton Cowser hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, and the AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in the opener of a four-game series between the American League’s top teams.

Majors-leading Braves beat the Rays 2-1 in a matchup of teams with the best records in baseball

Sean Murphy hit a two-run homer and the red-hot Atlanta Braves began a weekend series between teams with the best records in the major leagues with a 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night.

Amsterdam's Hermitage museum is renamed after cutting ties with Russia following Ukraine invasion

An Amsterdam museum that severed ties with St. Petersburg’s Hermitage collection after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine last year has been renamed.

Putin touts Russian economy as Western investors steer clear of St. Petersburg event

President Vladimir Putin is touting Russia’s prospects at the country’s main international economic forum despite heavy international sanctions imposed because of the war in Ukraine.

Florida 2-year-old boy shot, killed, police say

A 2-year-old Florida boy was shot and killed on Sunday evening, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

Largest US gay rights group issues Florida travel advisory

The largest LGBTQ+ rights organization in the U.S. has joined other civil rights organizations in issuing a travel advisory for Florida.

Astros shut out Rays for 2nd straight game, led by Brown

Hunter Brown combined with two relievers on a two-hitter and the Houston Astros shut out the major league-best Tampa Bay Rays for the second straight game, 1-0.

Garcia, Astros stopped Rays' 14-game home winning streak

Luis Garcia scattered three hits over six innings and the Houston Astros ended the Tampa Bay Rays' 14-game season-opening home winning streak, 5-0.

Rays win modern record 14th straight at home to start season

Rookie Taj Bradley won his third consecutive start to begin his big league career and the Tampa Bay Rays set a modern era MLB record with their 14th consecutive home win to begin a season, 8-3 over the Houston Astros.

Rays get 13th consecutive home win, beat White Sox 4-1

Zach Eflin pitched five effective innings in his return from injury and the Tampa Bay Rays hit two more home runs, beating the slumping Chicago White Sox 4-1 for their 13th consecutive home win to begin the season.

Russia identifies Ukrainian suspect in war blogger's killing

Russia’s top security agency has accused a Ukrainian man of involvement in a bombing that killed a well-known Russian military blogger at a St. Petersburg cafe.

Rays win 12th straight to start season, 1 shy of MLB record

The Tampa Bay Rays won their 12th straight game to start the season, one short of the major league record, as Randy Arozarena hit a three-run homer in a 9-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox.

Rays hit 4 more homers, beat Red Sox for 11th straight win

The Tampa Bay Rays ran their season-opening win streak to 11 games, using another homer for Brandon Lowe and a strong performance by Shane McClanahan to beat the Boston Red Sox 7-2.

Rays top Red Sox 1-0, extend season-opening win streak to 10

The Tampa Bay Rays became the first major league team since the 1987 Milwaukee Brewers to open the season with 10 straight wins, getting a solo homer from Brandon Lowe in the eighth inning to beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0.

Unbeaten Rays making some early history with dominant start

The Tampa Bay Rays are on such a roll, the only question is which of their stats is most impressive.

Rays rout A's 11-0, tie best MLB opening in 20 years at 9-0

The Tampa Bay Rays matched the best start to a major league season in 20 years, routing the Oakland Athletics 11-0 for a 9-0 record as Drew Rasmussen combined on a one-hitter and Brandon Lowe hit a grand slam.

Suspect in attack that killed military blogger jailed

A court in Moscow has ruled that a woman suspected of involvement in a bombing at a St. Petersburg cafe that killed a Russian military blogger should remain in custody for two months pending the probe.

Florida mother stabbed over 100 times before son found dead in alligator’s mouth, police say

A Florida mother found dead in her apartment was stabbed over 100 times before her son was found dead in an alligator’s mouth, according to new details released by police.

Russia blames Ukraine for bomb that killed military blogger

Russian authorities blamed Ukrainian intelligence agencies for orchestrating a bombing at a St. Petersburg cafe that killed a Russian military blogger who fervently supported Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.

Springs pitches 6 hitless innings, Greene singles in 7th

Tampa Bay’s Jeffrey Springs was pulled after six hitless innings, and Riley Greene got the Detroit Tigers’ first hit with an infield single off Colin Poche in the seventh.

Explosion in Russian cafe kills prominent military blogger

An explosion tore through a cafe in Russia’s second-largest city, killing a well-known military blogger and strident supporter of the war in Ukraine.

St. Petersburg police: Florida toddler found dead in alligator’s mouth, father arrested

A Florida toddler missing since Wednesday has been found dead and his father has been arrested.

Marcus Ericsson wins rough IndyCar season-opening race

Marcus Ericsson outlasted the carnage on the downtown streets of St. Petersburg for a surprise victory for Chip Ganassi Racing.

Russians mark Ukraine war anniversary with flowers, arrests

Russians in Moscow and other cities brought flowers to Ukrainian poets and held one-person pickets with antiwar slogans to mark the first anniversary of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.

Father faces charges in son’s death at Florida street racing event, police say

A 13-year-old boy was struck and killed by a motorcycle last month after being brought by his father to an illegal street racing event, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

Russian journalist sentenced for speaking out on Ukraine

A court in Moscow has sentenced a Russian journalist in absentia to eight years in prison on charges of disparaging the military.

Torchy’s Tacos 1st Florida location to open soon, 2nd coming in spring

Texas-based chain Torchy's Tacos is getting ready to open its first location in the Sunshine State and a second location will not be too far behind.

Putin: Ukraine action aimed to end 'war' raging since 2014

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow’s action in Ukraine was intended to stop a “war” that has raged in eastern Ukraine since 2014.

High-ranking Wagner Group member seeks asylum in Norway

A Russian man who reportedly is a former high-ranking member of the Russian private military contractor Wagner Group, has sought asylum in Norway.

AP source: Red Sox, Devers agree to 11-year, $331M extension

Rafael Devers has agreed to an 11-year extension worth $331 million with the Boston Red Sox.

US to let MLB stars play for Cuba in World Baseball Classic

The United States will permit Major League Baseball players from Cuba to represent their home country in the World Baseball Classic next year.

Florida woman accused of driving recklessly toward Turkey Trot racers while leaving scene of crash

A Florida woman was arrested on Thanksgiving after police said she drove recklessly toward a 5K Turkey Trot racecourse in St. Petersburg while leaving the scene of a crash.

Charlie Crist dismisses campaign manager over arrest

Florida gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist’s campaign manager has left his position after being charged in a domestic violence case.

Putin hosts United Arab Emirates leader for economic talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hailed a recent decision by OPEC, Russia and other oil producing nations to limit production as key to stabilizing the global energy market, as he met the leader of the United Arab Emirates for talks on fostering economic ties.

Mitko, Russian Arctic expert, dies at 81 under house arrest

Valery Mitko, a renowned Russian polar scientist has died while being under house arrest on charges of treason.

Hunkering down: See how Floridians are prepping for Hurricane Ian’s arrival

We are fully into Hurricane season, and the first big storm to hit the United States will soon make landfall.

Hurricane Ian nears Cuba, on path to strike Florida

Hurricane Ian nears Cuba, on path to strike Florida

Hurricane Ian is nearing Cuba on a track to strike Florida as a Category 4 as early as Wednesday.

Russian police block mobilization protests, arrest hundreds

Russian police have moved quickly to disperse peaceful protests against President Vladimir Putin’s military mobilization order.

Arozarena 6 RBIs, Rays beat Blue Jays, tie for AL WC lead

Randy Arozarena hit his 20th homer and drove in six runs as the Tampa Bay Rays beat Toronto 10-6, tying the Blue Jays at the top of the AL wild-card standings.

Wander Franco drives in 3 as Rays beat Blue Jays 10-5

Wander Franco had three RBIs, Jonathan Aranda homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-5 in the opener of a big four-game series between playoff contenders.

Rays' Shane McClanahan pulled vs Astros with neck tightness

Tampa Bay Rays ace Shane McClanahan was pulled in the fifth inning with neck tightness during a 5-0 loss to the Houston Astros.

Astros clinch AL West for 5th time in 6 years, beat Rays 4-0

The Houston Astros clinched their fifth AL West title in six years, getting a leadoff home run from Jose Altuve in a 4-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Yankees' Benintendi has broken wrist bone, status uncertain

New York Yankees outfielder Andrew Benintendi has a broken bone in his right wrist that will need surgery, but manager Aaron Boone says he doesn't know whether it is a season-ending injury.

Judge hits 53rd HR, Yankees stop Rays, avoid 3-game sweep

Aaron Judge led off the game with his major league-leading 53rd homer and the New York Yankees stopped the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 to avoid a three-game sweep.

Rays beat Yankees 9-0 to move within 5 games in AL East

Jeffrey Springs pitched neatly into the sixth inning, Christian Bethancourt hit a two-run homer in the seventh, and the Tampa Bay Rays moved within five games of the AL East-leading New York Yankees with a 9-0 victory.

With the primary over, Crist, Desantis begin race for Florida governor

The Florida primary now decided, the race to November for the candidates for governor is underway in earnest.

Rasmussen loses perfect game in 9th, Rays beat Orioles 4-1

Drew Rasmussen took a perfect game into the ninth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays expanded their lead over Baltimore for the final AL wild card to 1 1/2 games with a 4-1 victory over the Orioles.

Rays' Drew Rasmussen perfect through 8 against Orioles

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen has a perfect game through eight innings against the Baltimore Orioles.

Orange County rent control plan may face challenges, experts say

Many Floridians agree that affordable housing is a top issue, but what's difficult to agree on is how to address it. For example, in Orange County, the board voted Tuesday to put a rent control proposal in the hands of voters.

Russian GDP drops 4% in Q2 -- 1st full quarter of fighting

Russia's gross domestic product contracted 4% in the second quarter of this year, the first full quarter since Russia sent troops into Ukraine.

Lowe and Díaz homer, Rays beat Guardians 6-4

Brandon Lowe and Yandy Díaz homered as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.

US offers $10M reward for Russian election interference info

The State Department has offered a $10 million reward for information about Russian interference in American elections, including a close associate of Russian President Vladimir Putin and a troll farm that officials say fueled a divisive social media campaign in 2016.

Russia's central bank slashes rate, saying inflation slows

The Russian central bank diverged from its Western counterparts by slashing its key interest rate just a month after dropping it to where it was before the country sent troops into Ukraine.

LEADING OFF: O's get 1st pick in draft, M's win 13 in row

The Baltimore Orioles have the first pick in the amateur draft for the second time in four years -- and they’ll be looking for someone who can join 2019 top pick Adley Rutschman in the core of their next contender.

Orioles' win streak ends at 10; Bethancourt, Rays rally

The Baltimore Orioles’ winning streak ended at 10 as Christian Bethancourt hit his first home run for Tampa Bay and the Rays rallied for a 5-4 victory.

Agent: Top NHL goalie prospect sent to Russian military base

The North American agent for Philadelphia Flyers goaltending prospect Ivan Fedotov says he is at a remote military base in northern Russia.

LEADING OFF: Astros vs Yanks, Musgrove returns to face Phils

American League powerhouses square off when Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees host Yordan Álvarez and the Houston Astros in the opener of a highly anticipated four-game series Thursday night.

Judge homers twice, Yankees come back to beat Rays 5-4

Aaron Judge hit his major league-leading 26th and 27th home runs, Jose Trevino delivered a two-run shot that put New York ahead in the eighth inning and the Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4.

Yanks' Cole loses no-hit bid in 8th, Rays' Paredes singles

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole lost his no-hit bid in the eighth inning when Tampa Bay’s Isaac Paredes led off by grounding a clean single to center field.

Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred says Rays, A’s need new ballpark deals soon

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics need to reach new ballpark deals soon and left open the strong possibility of considering relocation if agreements are not struck.

Tigers' Rodriguez on restricted list due to personal matters

Detroit Tigers left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez has been placed on the restricted list.

Tony La Russa says he'd order walk to Turner again

A day after ordering a two-strike intentional walk that backfired, White Sox manager Tony La Russa said he’d do it all over again.

Airlines blast EU plan to expand emissions rule for flights

An airline industry group is criticizing the European Union's Parliament for seeking to expand its emissions trading system to long-haul flights.

Tampa Rays players not wearing LGBTQ logos won’t divide team, manager says

A number of Tampa Bay Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team’s annual “Pride Night” on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community.

Kluber, Cole duel, Rays end Yankees' 4-game winning streak

Corey Kluber and Gerrit Cole dueled evenly for six impressive innings before the Tampa Bay Rays scored a pair of late runs to beat the Yankees 3-1, ending New York’s four-game winning streak.

Yankees, Rays use social media to spread gun violence facts

The New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays are using their social media accounts during Thursday night’s game between the two teams to spread information about how gun violence affects American life.

Russia cuts off gas exports to Finland in symbolic move

Russia has halted natural gas exports to neighboring Finland.

Florida rapper Rod Wave arrested on outstanding warrant

A 23-year-old Florida rapper who goes by the name Rod Wave has been arrested on a domestic battery charge.

Frazier, Mariners argue 1st of delayed arbitration cases

Adam Frazier and the Seattle Mariners argued the first of this year’s delayed salary arbitration cases, with the second baseman/outfielder asking for a raise from $4.3 million to $8 million and the team arguing for $6.7 million.

Kiermaier, Rays rally for wild 3-2 win against Red Sox

Kevin Kiermaier capped Tampa Bay’s three-run 10th inning with a game-ending homer, and the Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 3-2 after losing their bid for a combined no-hitter in the top half of the final frame.

Rays working on no-hitter through 9 innings vs Red Sox

The Tampa Bay Rays have a combined no-hit bid through nine innings against the Boston Red Sox.

Polk County detectives seek IDs of 3 men recorded carrying homicide victim

A St. Petersburg man was shot and killed Wednesday in Davenport, and Polk County homicide detectives are asking the public for help to identify three men recorded on surveillance video carrying the victim’s body out of a house, according to sheriff’s office officials.

Irvin pitches into 7th, A's take 3 of 4 from Rays, 6-3

Cole Irvin pitched into the seventh inning,and the Oakland Athletics beat Tampa Bay 6-3 to take three of four from the Rays, Irvin allowed three runs and five hits in 6 1/3 innings as the rebuilding A’s under new manager Mark Kotsay improved to 4-3.

Russian stock market, crushed by war, will partially reopen

Russia plans to reopen its stock market for limited trading on Thursday, nearly one month after shares plunged and the exchange was shut down following the invasion of Ukraine.

1 dead in fire at St. Petersburg nursing home, officials say

One person has died in a fire at a Florida nursing home.

Urban farms create opportunity (and food!) for those in the community

You’ve probably thought of growing your own little garden in your backyard (or maybe you already have), but what happens when that garden becomes more than just a fun side project -- and ends up helping the community around you?

What is a time bank, and how can one help a community?

We’re always hearing about people doing random acts of kindness: Paying for the person’s meal behind them at a fast-food restaurant or baking cookies for their neighbors.

Sharpening your skills at the time bank can be a huge asset

When you walk by Jim Deveny at the St. Pete Timebank, you immediately hear the sound of a knife being sharpened.

Think you’re too old or young to contribute to a time bank? Think again

One of the best things about the St. Pete Timebank is that you can find people from all ages coming out to make the community better.

Time banks are feeding the homeless, one meal at a time

The last part of our trip, meeting the wonderful people who work at the St. Pete Timebank, turned out to be the most awe-inspiring moment yet.

Florida manatee feeding program to wind down as temps warm

The experimental program that has fed tons of lettuce to starving Florida manatees will begin to wind down soon as the weather warms.

MLB drops regular COVID tests, can move games for health

Major League Baseball is dropping regular COVID-19 testing for all but symptomatic individuals while maintaining an ability to move games if the public health situation in an area deteriorates.

Ukrainian artists embraced as Russia sees cultural blacklist

The Venice Biennale art exhibition says it is working to make sure the artist representing Ukraine can come to Italy and show his work.

Russian radio station taken off air over Ukraine coverage

A Russian radio station has been taken off the air after authorities threatened to shut it down over its coverage of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Russia holds drills with nuclear subs, land-based missiles

Russian nuclear submarines have sailed off for drills in the Barents Sea and mobile missile launchers are roaming snow forests in Siberia after President Vladimir Putin ordered his nation’s nuclear forces put on high alert.

Verbier says Gergiev resigns as festival head at its request

The Verbier Festival says conductor Valery Gergiev resigned as music director at its request.

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