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News at noon: Latest Bucs coaching rumors; husband is arguing stand your ground; and more

 
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Published Dec. 31, 2018

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Buccaneers Morning After: Black Monday coaching rumors edition

A day after the Bucs fired Dirk Koetter as coach, some interesting names are starting to surface as far as possible replacements, including former Cardinals coach Bruce Arians. Here are the latest, and check out our Bucs page throughout the day for the latest developments.

A St. Petersburg man was charged after injuring his wife. Now he's arguing stand your ground.

Does Florida's stand your ground law apply to someone accused of an unintentional crime? That could be one of the issues in the case of Jay Chandler, a 48-year-old St. Petersburg man accused of injuring his estranged wife in a confrontation at their home. He is charged with misdemeanor criminal negligence, but contends the controversial law — better known for its impact on high-profile gun cases — should protect him from prosecution.

Violent feud led up to slaying of Pasco Outlaws leader. It started with stolen biker vests.

The 69'ers Motorcycle Club is a nationwide organization whose members pride themselves on being part of the one percent — that is, the small fraction of bikers who shirk society's rules. In the Tampa area, they called themselves the "Killsborough" chapter. They nurtured what prosecutors say was a criminal enterprise focused on narcotics distribution. Last year, according to a federal indictment, they graduated to murder.

Forecast: A warm, muggy New Year's Eve across Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay residents can ditch the sweaters and break out their shorts for tonight's News Year's Eve celebrations. Expect temperatures around 80 during the afternoon, and only falling into the upper 60s under partly cloudy skies.

Elizabeth Warren takes big move toward 2020 presidential run

Sen. Elizabeth Warren took the first major step toward launching a widely anticipated campaign for the presidency, hoping her reputation as a populist fighter can help her navigate a Democratic field that could include nearly two dozen candidates.

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