Crews search for kayaker missing near Honeymoon Island

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 7:55A Spectrum News Staff

Officials with the U.S. Coast Guard Southeast stated that air and surface crews are searching for 19-year-old Elias Guillermo Lara Vargas.

Haines City working to construct more downtown parking as community grows

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 7:46A Lizbeth Gutierrez

At least one business says issues with parking are a barrier for customers accessing downtown.

First family moves in under Habitat for Humanity’s Advancing Black Homeownership Program

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 7:44A Julia Hazel

The application period for the Advancing Black Homeownership Program runs from Tuesday, Feb. 10 through Tuesday, Feb. 17.

Buffalo Bills fire head coach Sean McDermott after playoff loss to Broncos

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 6:37A Andy Young

The move came two days after the Bills were eliminated in a heart-wrenching 33-30 overtime loss at Denver.

Feeding Tampa Bay holds volunteer event celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 4:51A Jeff Van Sant

More than 1,000 volunteers helped Feeding Tampa Bay on Dr. MLK Jr. Day.

Indiana and Miami, two of the most improbable teams, meet in the CFP National Championship

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 3:01A Katherine Smith

The Hoosiers and Canes took different roads to the title game.

New Polk County play café welcomes children of all abilities

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 1:59A Alexis Jones

The inclusive indoor playground offers kids a safe place to explore, while parents can take time to relax.

Ms. Wheelchair Florida and her mom inspire children with their books and appearances

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 12:59A Rick Elmhorst

Schuyler Arakawa and her mother, Meridith Alexander, publish children's books featuring Arakawa in a wheelchair as "Princess Happiness."

Some Florida lawmakers look to strengthen e-bike laws

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/19 12:02A Tyler O'Neill

The bill would have a new licensing requirement for certain bikes, and riders could face fines for modifying their bike.

News to Know for Jan. 19

ABC Action News 1/19 12:00A Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Monday, and if you didn't get a chance to experience Friday's chilly temperatures, don't worry, today will feel like a close second. Meteorologist Ally Blake says Cold Weather Alerts are in...

Europe warns of ‘dangerous downward spiral’ after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/18 6:26A Associated Press

It was the most forceful rebuke of Trump from the European allies since he returned to the White House almost a year ago.

Flying without a REAL ID? TSA warns of delays, fees starting Feb. 1

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/18 4:35A Ashley Engle

Travelers without a REAL ID or acceptable identification may face extra screening, delays, and a $45 fee at TSA checkpoints beginning next month.

Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/18 1:56A Associated Press

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the Chinese Communist Party invests in its auto industry to “control this industry.”

Her child survived a drowning incident; Now she’s hoping proposed bills will help with prevention

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/18 12:29A Saundra Weathers

In 2025, 119 children drowned, according to the Florida Department of Children and Families. Lawmakers believe new bills could reduce those numbers.

Interview: Roblox updates age verification policy

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/17 5:26A Spectrum News Staff

Eliza Jacobs, a senior policy director at the company, joined Spectrum News to discuss it.