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Frustration grows for Tampa Councilmember Viera over slow flood relief funding

Tampa City Council's struggle to aid hurricane victims sparks frustration
Frustration grows for Tampa Councilmember Viera over slow flood relief funding
Frustration grows for Tampa Councilmember Viera over slow flood relief funding
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  • The Tampa Overlook neighborhood was greatly impacted by Hurricane Milton.
  • A year later, one council member is upset because the city has not given out more money to help the families still rebuilding.

WATCH: Frustration grows for Tampa Councilmember Viera over slow flood relief funding

Tampa City Council's struggle to aid hurricane victims sparks frustration

  • After Milton settled, countless people were left with flooded homes to rebuild.
  • Councilman Louis Vieira is pushing for more help for those homeowners.
  • In two weeks, the city will return to the council to see how quickly the money can be distributed.

5 dead in Sarasota shooting ID'd, linked to Ft. Lauderdale double homicide

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said five people are dead after a shooting in a Sarasota neighborhood, including a suspect authorities say may be connected to a double homicide in Fort Lauderdale.

5 dead in Sarasota shooting ID'd, linked to Ft. Lauderdale double homicide: SCSO