Tampa dealerships see EV sales soar ahead of $7500 tax credit cutoff

ABC Action News 9/17 8:01A Susan El Khoury

Its almost the end of the road for drivers to get federal electric vehicle tax credits worth up to $7,500. President Donald Trump passed the One Big Beautiful Act earlier this year, which ends the EV tax credits on Sept. 30. Before that, the...

Clearwater woman attempted to clean up crime scene after shooting man: PCSO

ABC Action News 9/17 7:55A Amanda Boettcher

A Clearwater woman is charged with the first-degree murder of a man, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said. PCSO said it responded to 1538 Illinois Road in Clearwater on Aug. 19 after a 911 caller said they heard a loud noise and a woman...

Day 7: Jury asks questions while deliberating in trial of the murder of 4-year-old Suni Bell

ABC Action News 9/17 7:15A Kiley Vaughan

The jury is in its second day of deliberation in the trial of the killing of 4-year-old Suni Bell. On Wednesday, the jury asked the following questions and were given these answers. Question 1: On each count, does it have to be unanimous on the...

Woman arrested in Frostproof after 2 dogs in her care found dead: PCSO

ABC Action News 9/17 5:04A Kiley Vaughan

The Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said a woman was arrested for animal cruelty after two dogs that were in her care were found dead. PCSO said deputies responded to an anonymous complaint regarding two dead dogs in the backyard of a...

Architectural Review Commission Notice Of Public Hearings

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 9/17 4:26A Karencia Ciagala (City Clerk)

Architectural Review Commission Notice Of Public Hearings Karencia C. Wed, 09/17/2025 - 10:26 am Event Status Scheduled When Wed, Sep 17 2025 , 5:30pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS...

News to Know for Sept. 17

ABC Action News 9/17 12:59A Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Wednesday, and it looks like the rain has made its way back to Tampa Bay after a streak of dry weather. While the Rays game tonight might experience some rain delays, fret not, because its...

The Bucs lose DT Calijah Kancey with a season-ending injury: Report

ABC Action News 9/16 7:25A Amanda Boettcher

The Bucs lose a defensive tackle, Calijah Kancey, with a season-ending injury, according to reports. ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter said tests confirm Kancey tore his pec and is scheduled to undergo season-ending surgery. Tampa Bay drafted...

St. Jude Walk/Run 2025

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 9/16 7:21A Lynette Colina (Parks & Recreati

St. Jude Walk/Run 2025 Lynette C. Tue, 09/16/2025 - 01:21 pm Event Status Scheduled When Sat, Sep 27 2025 , 8 - 10am Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal St Jude Walk/Run 2025 Saturday, September 27, 2025 8:00am-10:00am Amalie Area/ Bayshore Blvd....

How to watch Tampa Bay Lightning games for the 2025-26 season

ABC Action News 9/16 6:33A WFTS Digital Staff

Tampa Bay Lightning fans now have complete details on where to watch games this season on The Spot Tampa Bay 66. In May, the team along with Scripps Sports announced the games will broadcast on The Spot Tampa Bay 66. You can tune in via broadcast...

Florida's rarest bird stars in new conservation documentary

ABC Action News 9/16 5:38A Michael Paluska

A small, brown bird found nowhere else in the world is garnering significant attention as conservationists fight to save the Florida grasshopper sparrow from extinction. Only about 200 Florida grasshopper sparrows exist in the wild, in the last...

Man hospitalized after being shot by deputies in Parrish: MCSO

ABC Action News 9/16 5:08A Kiley Vaughan

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said a man has been hospitalized after being shot by deputies in Parrish. MCSO said at around 10 p.m. on Sept. 15, deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call in the 13000 block of Shimmering...

Day 6: Jury deliberating in trial of the murder of 4-year-old Suni Bell

ABC Action News 9/16 4:36A Kiley Vaughan

As of Tuesday morning, the jury is now deliberating outside the Hillsborough County courtroom in the trial of the killing of 4-year-old Suni Bell. Zvante Sampson is on trial alongside Quandarious Hammond, Jaylin Bedward, James Denson, and Andrew...

Heritage & Traditions Through Youth of Latin America Festival

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 9/16 3:36A Gabriela Taylor (Parks & Recreat

Heritage & Traditions Through Youth of Latin America Festival Gabriela T. Tue, 09/16/2025 - 09:36 am Event Status Scheduled Attachments Heritage & Traditions Flyer When Sun, Sep 21 2025 , 12 - 6pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Join Miss...

St. Pete police make arrest in case of young father shot, killed with baby in back seat

ABC Action News 9/16 3:26A Kiley Vaughan

The St. Petersburg Police Department (SPPD) said an arrest has been made in the killing of 21-year-old Tyrone Howard, who was shot while his 18-month-old daughter was in the backseat. Howard's family continuously advocated for justice, and on...

Susan Solves It: Window seat lawsuit

ABC Action News 9/16 1:09A Susan El Khoury

Passengers are suing Delta and United, claiming they paid extra for window seats only to find themselves next to a blank wall, raising questions about airline disclosure rules. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises travelers to review...