The Pinellas County Commission has approved a $312.5 million bond issue to finance its part of a new $1.3 billion stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. The 5-2 vote, which was delayed twice, allows the county to move forward with selling the bonds, contingent on the Rays meeting their obligations under the deal. The approval follows the St. Petersburg City Council’s earlier vote to approve its $287.5 million share of the project on December 6.
The chief of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops was killed outside an apartment building when a bomb hidden underneath an electric scooter exploded.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has confirmed that radioactive material went missing in transit earlier this month, raising concerns about public safety and fueling theories about mysterious drone activity over New Jersey.
"When he takes office, President Trump will support the auto industry, allowing space for both gas-powered cars and electric vehicles," Leavitt said in a statement.
Podcast host Joe Rogan expressed concern over mysterious drones buzzing the tristate area, after watching a video speculating they might be detecting harmful substances. Rogan, known for his skepticism on government explanations, reacted to a theory presented by John Ferguson, CEO of a remote aircraft systems company in Kansas.
A new Fox News Poll shows President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House has left more than half of voters feeling optimistic about the future. Among those surveyed, 54% said they felt hopeful, while 50% reported feeling relieved. Nearly half (48%) expressed excitement over the election outcome.
Gas prices are reportedly on a steady decline, offering relief to millions across the nation. The American Automobile Association (AAA) reports that the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped to a three-year low, now sitting at $3.01 as of Sunday.
