Report: Florida Cabinet to discuss gift of 22 acres to Hillborough College for Rays stadium

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 4:37A Spectrum News Staff

The Florida Cabinet may consider giving 22 acres of land to Hillsborough College to go towards a Rays stadium in Tampa.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:57A Associated Press

After the arrest, King Charles III said that the law must take its course in the investigation.

Universal Orlando announces new multi-day ticket with access to all parks

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:26A Anna Wronka

The ticket offers access to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and the new Universal Epic Universe.

Rainbow laser lights to illuminate 50 blocks of St. Pete's Central Ave

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:15A Angie Angers

The organizer says this is in direct response to the state's decision to do away with street art, which included St. Pete's rainbow crosswalk.

Council Evening Meeting Quasi-judicial & Land Use Hearings

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 2/19 3:10A Charline SotoQuintana (City Cler

Council Evening Meeting Quasi-judicial & Land Use Hearings Charline S. Thu, 02/19/2026 - 10:10 am Event Status Scheduled When Thu, Feb 26 2026 , 5:01pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TAMPA CITY COUNCIL EVENING...

Interactive Map: Tracking wildfires across Florida

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 2:56A Spectrum News Staff

The Florida dry season usually runs from November through May, and with that comes fire danger.

Changes possible for Sulphur Springs K-8, Young Magnet Schools

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 2:14A Sarah Blazonis

Under the proposals, Sulphur Springs would switch to an elementary campus, and a boundary would be created for Young.

See and save the sea life at Mote SEA

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 1:49A Virginia Johnson

Florida on a Tankful visits Mote SEA in Sarasota, the new public face of Mote Marine.

Dry conditions, freeze damage raise fire risk across Tampa Bay

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 1:10A Jason Lanning

What is unusual is just how far behind the region is in rainfall combined with widespread vegetation die-off from recent freezes.

SNAP food restrictions coming to Florida

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/18 11:57P Corina Cappabianca

On April 20, some items including soda and candy will be ineligible for SNAP in the Sunshine State.

Man charged with attempted murder in St. Pete after running woman over with car: SPPD

ABC Action News 2/18 10:08P Brian McBride

St. Petersburg police arrested a man on Monday after he ran a woman over with his vehicle during an argument, authorities said. According to a Pinellas County arrested affidavit, the female victim arrived home at about 8:32 p.m. in St. Petersburg...

Clearwater teen arrested after going 129 mph on U.S. 19: CPD

ABC Action News 2/18 9:26P Brian McBride

A Clearwater teenager, who was arrested on Tuesday after driving at 129 mph on U.S. Highway 19, told police he was rushing back to work because a McDonalds restaurant took too long to make his meal, a report stated. Christopher Garcia-Caminos,...

Rays newcomer Gavin Lux excited for move back to second base

ABC Action News 2/18 8:20A Kyle Burger

The Tampa Bay Rays traded away their longest-tenured, power-hitting second baseman, Brandon Lowe, over the offseason to the Pittsburgh Pirates. To fill that position at second base, the Rays brought in Gavin Lux. Lux wont replace the rare, raw...

Lightning defenseman Max Crozier out for 10 weeks due to injury

ABC Action News 2/18 6:49A Leilyn Torres

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced defenseman Max Crozier will be out for about 10 weeks following an injury. Crozier underwent surgery to repair a core muscle injury. Crozier has played in 34 games this season, with 10 points (9 assists and a goal).

Pasco schools approve plan for consolidation and conversion plan

ABC Action News 2/18 3:14A WFTS Digital Staff

Pasco County school officials voted Tuesday night to approve the consolidation and conversion of schools. Deputy Superintendent Elizabeth Kuhn confirmed the motion for the consolidation of Pasco Elementary School and Pasco Middle School to Pasco...