Oman mediates indirect U.S.-Iran talks over Tehran's nuclear program

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/6 7:53A Associated Press

The U.S. has increased its military presence in the region, raising concerns about potential escalation.

Accused militant taken into custody in deadly 2012 Benghazi attack, Justice Department says

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/6 6:02A Associated Press

Bondi said in a news conference that Zubayr Al-Bakoush had landed at Joint Base Andrews at 3 a.m. on Friday.

Man found guilty of murdering his girlfriend and her daughter sentenced to death: Court officials

ABC Action News 2/6 5:49A Kiley Vaughan

A man was sentenced to death after he was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter, according to Administrative Office of the Courts officials. On Oct. 7, 2025, a jury found Angel Gabriel Cuz Choc guilty of...

The Rays unveil new stadium renderings, more top stories from the week and fun things to do this...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/6 5:45A Spectrum News Staff

Your weekend is here, Tampa Bay! Here's a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.

Search for hit-and-run driver who crashed into bicyclist in Sarasota causing serious injuries: FHP

ABC Action News 2/6 5:06A Amanda Boettcher

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is searching vehicle involved in a crash with a bicyclist in Sarasota. FHP said the vehicle collided with a bicyclist near Bee Ridge Road and McIntosh Road around 10:30 p.m. Thursday. The vehicle, a 2012 to 2015...

Citrus County mother urges teen heart screenings after son's death during football practice

ABC Action News 2/6 4:31A WFTS Digital Staff

LaKesha Harrison is a mother from Citrus County whose son collapsed and died from sudden cardiac arrest while he was at football practice at Citrus High School in 2021. Now she speaks on the importance of all kids getting a heart screening to...

St. Pete track build on 1.8-mile Grand Prix street course begins Monday

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/6 4:24A Angie Angers

Officials say it will take crews about 15-16 days to complete the track build for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

New Black-owned business collective in St. Pete encouraging unity for Black History Month

ABC Action News 2/6 3:44A Larissa Scott

Tucked inside the President Barack Obama Main Library in St. Petersburg, sits a new collective of three businesses. Theres C2 Brews for coffee , managed by Joe Allen. Were in the Library so were in the face of the public. You see a lot of people,...

What to know about water restrictions, burn bans in the Tampa Bay region

ABC Action News 2/6 3:31A Kiley Vaughan

Residents in the Tampa Bay region will be under water restrictions starting Feb. 8 due to a rainfall deficit. Southwest Florida Water Management District said its governing board has voted to restrict residents to one day per week of watering...

Patriots and Seahawks Fans prep for Super Bowl as local bar owners expect a massive turnout

ABC Action News 2/6 1:32A Keely McCormick

Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner, and even though the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wont be on the field, football fans across the region are still showing up and showing out. From New England to the Pacific Northwest, Patriots and Seahawks...

Firefighters extinguish two brush fires in Pasco County amid drought conditions

ABC Action News 2/6 1:19A Leilyn Torres

Pasco County Fire Rescue responded to two brush fires on Wednesday amid dry conditions and a burn ban. PCFR said the first fire was on Jerry Road and the second fire was off Allen Road. Officials said no injuries were reported, and crews were able...

1 occupant injured in mobile trailer fire in Brooksville: HCFR

ABC Action News 2/6 12:54A Kiley Vaughan

Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR) said one person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a mobile trailer fire on Friday morning in Brooksville. HCFR said firefighters responded to a mobile trailer fire in the 19000 block of Yontz...

High-tech training takes the court: Shoot 360 opens data-driven basketball facility in Vero Beach

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/6 12:48A Randy Rauch

Coaches combine traditional instruction with video screens and machines that give athletes instant feedback on every pass and shot.

Making sure the fair is fair for all: How officials ensure Florida State Fair games are legitimate

ABC Action News 2/6 12:36A Andrew Kinsey

The Florida State Fair is back. Tampa Bay 28 knows that this is a family tradition for so many across the Tampa Bay region, and with budgets tight this year, you want to make sure youre getting what you pay for. WATCH How officials ensure Florida...

Mexican street corn funnel cake is the must-try food at the 2026 Florida State Fair

ABC Action News 2/6 12:19A Sean Daly

Mama Jane Harris, also known as the Funnel Cake Queen, is waiting for you with two wild creations at the 2026 Florida State Fair. She'll serve up Mexican street corn funnel cake and a Biscoff Cookie Butter cheesecake funnel cake. "Oh, it's...