Miguel Octavio

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tampa, florida, united states

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Reel: https://tvtalent.com/miguel-octavio/ I'm a multimedia journalist for the CBS affiliate in the Tampa Bay TV market. I'm a detailed, thorough, and creative storyteller. Our business is evolving fast but I'm dedicated to our craft and aim to be a better journalist on every assignment. I can be reached at mgoctavio7@gmail.com

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Tampa City Council narrowly votes to extend grant agreement for SoHo flood relief project

TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa City Council narrowly voted to move forward with a long-debated stormwater project. A grant agreement with the state worth $10 million was extended in a narrow four-to-three vote Thursday. During the meeting, city staff said the estima... See more

wtsp.com•Miguel Octavio•Jan 9, 2026

Woman sues Largo apartment management, claims spider bites led to toe amputations

LARGO, Fla. — The new year just started, but Patricia Shields said the effects of the last year still linger for her. Shields said two of her toes had to be amputated because of infections from spider bites while living in her old apartment in Largo. She ... See more

wtsp.com•Miguel Octavio•Jan 6, 2026

Tampa police to beef up security over the holidays and into the new year

TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa police officers are beefing up security over the holidays and into the new year. Major events like the ReliaQuest Bowl are set to draw thousands of people. Chief Lee Bercaw said extra law enforcement personnel include DUI units, motor ... See more

wtsp.com•Miguel Octavio•Dec 23, 2025

From war to graduation: Ukrainian student finds gratitude at USF

TAMPA, Fla. — Amid the flashes and celebrations of commencement at the University of South Florida, Danylo Solomentsev holds onto the moment a little differently. "What can I say? I'm just lucky to be here," Solomentsev said. He had just graduated with a ... See more

wtsp.com•Miguel Octavio•Dec 12, 2025

St. Pete approves long-awaited study of Riviera Bay canals, surrounding communities

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Pete city leaders moved forward with efforts to tackle flooding concerns in Riviera Bay and surrounding communities Thursday afternoon. For years, neighbors in Riviera Bay said they have been asking for help to dredge their cana... See more

wtsp.com•Miguel Octavio•Dec 11, 2025

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Tampa City Council narrowly votes to extend grant agreement for SoHo flood relief project

Woman sues Largo apartment management, claims spider bites led to toe amputations

Tampa police to beef up security over the holidays and into the new year

From war to graduation: Ukrainian student finds gratitude at USF

St. Pete approves long-awaited study of Riviera Bay canals, surrounding communities

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Tampa City Council narrowly votes to extend grant agreement for SoHo flood relief project

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St. Pete approves long-awaited study of Riviera Bay canals, surrounding communities

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