Melissa Marino is a reporter and anchor for WFLA NBC, covering news in Tampa, Florida. With a focus on local stories, Melissa has covered a range of topics including crime, politics, and community events. Her work has also been featured in various news outlets across the country.
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Melissa's coverage focuses on local news in Florida, particularly Tampa Bay. She has a strong emphasis on government announcements and evolving stories, as well as breaking news related to government and politics, crime, laws, car accidents, and safety.
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By: Melissa Marino
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Tampa communities not under evacuation orders are preparing to ride out the storm.
By: Melissa Marino
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Officials are working around the clock to collect debris around the bay area.
By: Melissa Marino
Nearly a week after Hurricane Milton many homes are still surrounded by flood water in Zephyrhills, and it’s going nowhere fast.
By: Melissa Marino
A Pinellas County man is sharing his near death experience after contracting Vibrio Vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria. This comes as the Florida Department of Health is warning people to avoid fl…
By: Melissa Marino
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Those on both sides of Florida's Amendment 3 are making their final push to sway voters.
By: Melissa Marino
During a news conference Wednesday Tampa Mayor Jane Castor stressed that no neighborhood will be left behind. During a news conference Wednesday Tampa Mayor Jane Castor stressed that no neighborhoo…
By: Melissa Marino
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — An inmate in the Hillsborough County jail faced serious charges after investigators say he severely beat a deputy.
By: Melissa Marino
The law is set to take effect in January, but two internet groups have filed a lawsuit to try to block that from happening.
By: Melissa Marino
There has been a big push in Hillsborough County to get voters to support renewing a half-cent sales tax.
By: Melissa Marino
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The 2024 presidential election has seen a higher number of women casting their ballots early, especially in Florida.
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