Unidentified human remains recovered near Howard Frankland Bridge: Hillsborough deputies

ABC Action News 4/27 12:40A Kiley Vaughan

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) said human remains were recovered from the waterways in the area of Interstate 275 and 4th Street North on Sunday. HCSO said the remains have not been identified at this time and the body is in the...

Search underway for missing divers in Lake Jackson near Sebring: SPD

ABC Action News 4/26 9:28P Anthony Romano

Multiple agencies were undergoing search efforts late Sunday night for divers reported missing in Lake Jackson near City Pier Beach, according to the Sebring Police Department (SPD). Officials first responded around 8:50 p.m. following reports of...

Court documents detail timeline and evidence in USF student double homicide case

ABC Action News 4/26 10:42A Frances Lin

Prosecutors are seeking to hold 26-year-old Hisham Abugharbieh without bond, accusing him of murdering two University of South Florida students. According to a 23-page motion for pretrial detention, Abugharbieh faces two counts of first-degree...

Rescues in Action: Gigi, Kitana, and Noah

ABC Action News 4/26 9:48A Heather Leigh

Gigi Loves to cuddle and is great with dogs, cars and kids. Gigi is looking for home with other dogs and fenced in yard. She's House trained with doggie door. Interested in adopting this sweet girl? Click here. Kitana Im an active, playful, and...

Bradenton motorcyclist killed in US-41 crash in Hillsborough County

ABC Action News 4/26 5:52A Anthony Romano

A 61-year-old Bradenton man died after losing control of his motorcycle on U.S. Highway 41 in Hillsborough County on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Around 4:50 p.m., troopers said the man was traveling north on a Honda...

Lightning look to even series against Montreal in pivotal Game 4 on Sunday

ABC Action News 4/26 2:00A Kevin Lewis

The Lightning trail the Montreal Canadiens 2-1 in their first round, best-of-seven playoff series. Tampa Bay forward Brandon Hagel has four goals and an assist through the first three games of the series. Jake Guentzel has five assists, but he...

Motorcyclist dies after hitting debris on U.S. Highway 27 in Highlands County: FHP

ABC Action News 4/25 6:38A Anthony Romano

A 65-year-old Cape Coral man died Friday morning after his motorcycle struck debris on U.S. Highway 27 near Skipper Road, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). Troopers said the motorcyclist was traveling north in the left lane of U.S....

Five juveniles, one adult arrested after stolen SUV pursuit in Pinellas County: FHP

ABC Action News 4/25 6:08A Anthony Romano

Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) troopers arrested five juveniles and one adult early Saturday after a stolen SUV fled from a traffic stop, leading to a short pursuit and chase in Pinellas County, according to a news release. Around 1:30 a.m.,...

We Are The Essentials group to aid in search for missing USF student's body

ABC Action News 4/25 4:43A Anthony Romano

A group of former law enforcement and military service members is helping in the search for missing USF student Nahida Bristy, according to a social media post on Saturday. Bristy is presumed dead after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office...

Detectives investigating shooting in Sarasota County: SCSO

ABC Action News 4/25 12:17A Anthony Romano

Detectives are investigating reports of a shooting in Nokomis Friday night, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office (SCSO). Around 11:45 p.m., deputies responded to the Talon Preserve neighborhood in Nokomis for a report of a shooting,...

East Tampa Roundabout Art Selection Committee

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 4/24 2:55A Charline SotoQuintana (City Cler

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Committee Meeting RFP# 25-P-00113Software And Implementation For Information Technology Service...

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 4/24 2:49A Charline SotoQuintana (City Cler

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Downtown Auburndale growing with new businesses opening up

ABC Action News 4/24 12:57A Larissa Scott

Auburndale has a small-town feel, with an up-and-coming downtown. Multiple businesses have recently opened in the area. Like Haven Coffee Roasters. These little, small towns have a really great wealth of culture and history, said Lynsey Lane,...

Shining a spotlight on Auburndale

ABC Action News 4/24 12:13A Andrew Kinsey

Auburndale is quietly growing as a modern-day destination, drawing families, retirees and professionals looking for a balance between progress and a small-town feel. Tucked between Orlando and Tampa in Polk County, the city offers a central...

Campbell's Caribbean Delight brings bold, authentic Jamaican flavors to Auburndale

ABC Action News 4/24 12:12A Andrew Kinsey

Campbells Caribbean Delight along Magnolia Ave. is one of many locally owned businesses helping define the citys unique character. The restaurant features favorites made from scratch each day, including oxtails, curry chicken, rice and peas,...