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  Summer heat continues, but not everywhere

  By Josh Linker Verified

  Jul. 20, 2022

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  The five best books of 2021, according to Asia’s richest man

  By Ray Dalio, Alec Ross, Josh Linker Verified, Mukesh Ambani

  Dec. 19, 2021

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  Summer heat continues, but not everywhere

  By Josh Linker Verified

  Jul. 20, 2022

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Bay News 9

Bay News 9 is a 24-hour local news channel based in St. Petersburg, Florida, serving the Tampa Bay area. Launched on September 24, 1997, it is known for its comprehensive coverage of local news, weather, and traffic updates. A signature feature of the channel is "Weather on the 9s," which provides meteorology reports every 10 minutes. The channel utilizes advanced weather technology, including the Klystron 9 radar system. Bay News 9 partners with over 30 local news and regional sports networks, all owned by Charter Communications, allowing it to deliver a diverse range of content across a seven-county region, including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, and Bradenton. The channel primarily serves Spectrum Networks cable customers and is recognized as a leading source of local news and weather information in the area. With approximately $72.2 million in revenue and a workforce of around 118 employees, Bay News 9 plays a significant role in the local media landscape.