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From Havana to Tampa: Jhon Destrade brings his Cuban roots to the Broadway tour of Buena Vista Social Club

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:27:10 Z

(ABC Action News) A Tampa-based dancer born in Havana, Cuba, is performing on a Broadway tour and now hes bringing the show to his new home. Jhon Luis Destrade Delgado is an ensemble dancer on Broadway's Buena Vista Social Club , which is performing at the Straz...

Local firefighters headed to Panhandle in response to Hurricane Isaias

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 02:58:12 Z

(ABC Action News) A team of firefighters from Hillsborough and Pinellas counties will deploy to the Florida Panhandle today in response to Hurricane Isaias. The Florida Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 3 (FL-TF3), made up of members from Hillsborough County Fire...

Pinellas Judge to decide on sentence for Tarpon Springs Plastic Surgeon following guilty verdict

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:00:00 Z

(ABC Action News) Judge Joseph Bulone will decide on a sentence for Tomas Kosowski, the Tarpon Springs Plastic Surgeon, who was convicted of first-degree murder for the 2023 death of Largo attorney Steven Cozzi in September. Thursday, the Judge will hold a Spencer...

St. Pete woman arrested after pinning man between 2 vehicles: SPPD

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:53:55 Z

(ABC Action News) A St. Petersburg woman was arrested Sunday after police said she backed her vehicle into a man, pinning him between two vehicles, police officials said. The St. Petersburg Police Department charged Francesca Toby with aggravated battery with a deadly...

Pinellas Park man arrested for taking inappropriate video of 8-year-old girl: PPPD

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:20:36 Z

(ABC Action News) A Pinellas Park man was arrested Wednesday after police found inappropriate photos of an 8-year-old girl on his phone. The Pinellas Park Police Department charged Charles Gain, 39, with digital voyeurism by a family member. A residential search...

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Easton Park

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:27:07 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Easton Park Tony D. Wed, 10/07/2026 - 03:27 pm Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Easton Park The City of Tampa Water Department has issued a precautionary boil water notice, effective immediately,...

? 4 in a Row: Tampa Convention Center Wins Gold for 4th Consecutive Year

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:01:15 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) ? 4 in a Row: Tampa Convention Center Wins Gold for 4th Consecutive Year Tony D. Wed, 10/07/2026 - 02:01 pm Tampa Convention Center has once again been awarded Best Convention Center in the Southeast U.S. from the Northstar Stella Awards. Four in a...

Ramped Up Mosquito Mitigation Efforts

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:53:52 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Ramped Up Mosquito Mitigation Efforts Tony D. Wed, 10/07/2026 - 08:53 am Recent litter and debris removal by Tampa’s Neighborhood Enhancement crews. Neighborhood Enhancement’s Critical Role in Tampa’s Quality of Life As more rain moves across the...

'I'd be dead': Pinellas man says downed power line sparked fire, nearly electrocuted him in shower

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:26:46 Z

(ABC Action News) A Pinellas County man says he is lucky to be alive after a downed power line hit their home, causing explosions, a fire and extensive water damage. More than 10 weeks later, Nick and Donna Poletis remain out of their home as insurance negotiations...

Winter Haven High School student was an 'amazing young lady': superintendent

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:40:08 Z

(ABC Action News) A 10th-grade Winter Haven High School student killed in a school bus crash on Monday was remembered as being loved by teachers and friends. Adinaluz Prieto Oyola, 16, was killed when the bus overturned on Lucerne Park Road, Superintendent Fred Heid...

Pasco Juvenile Detention Center officer arrested for raping girl after she was released from center: PSO

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:16:09 Z

(ABC Action News) A Pasco Juvenile Detention Center officer was arrested for reportedly raping a minor after she was released from the juvenile detention center where he worked. According to police statements, Thomas Wayne Black formed a relationship with the victim...

Officials provide update after fatal school bus crash in Winter Haven

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:42:32 Z

(ABC Action News) Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) provided an update on a school bus crash in Winter Haven in which two people, including a student, died. On Oct. 5, around 6:15 a.m., the bus was carrying 37 high school students to Winter Haven High School on...

At Centro Asturiano, one old membership book helps a Tampa family find its roots

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:00:00 Z

(ABC Action News) As Tampa celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, one Ybor City institution continues to connect families to their history, sometimes in ways they never expected. For Yvette Lopez, that connection became clear when her mother pulled an old...

Two students injured in Highlands County school bus crash: HCSO

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:47:12 Z

(ABC Action News) Two students were injured in a school bus crash in Highlands County on Tuesday, officials said. Highlands County Sheriff's Office officials said a box truck clipped the rear corner of a stopped school bus shortly after 7:30 a.m. at U.S. Highway 27...

Rays host Yankees in ALDS Game 2 with chance to take commanding 2-0 series lead

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:29:27 Z

(ABC Action News) The Tampa Bay Rays will look to take a commanding 2-0 lead over the New York Yankees in their best-of-five American League Division Series when the teams meet for Game 2 at Tropicana Field tonight. The Rays won Game 1, 1-0, behind a dominant...

Co-defendant sentenced to 10 years in prison in kidnapping, armed robbery case that involved Terrion Arnold

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:59:55 Z

(ABC Action News) A man accused alongside NFL player Terrion Arnold in a violent kidnapping and armed robbery case has been sentenced after pleading guilty, according to the State Attorney's Office. Prosecutors said Monday that Boakai Hilton pleaded guilty to three...

Latest Gulf weather outlook: Denis Phillips on possible development

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:42:03 Z

(ABC Action News) Tampa Bay 28 Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips shares his latest thoughts on potential development in the Gulf and what to expect: Area highlighted now has a "high' chance of development. Of course, it's not even there yet. (So there's that)....

Man charged with murder after woman fatally shot inside pickup truck: TPD

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:08:43 Z

(ABC Action News) Tampa police have charged a 74-year-old man with murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday along Fowler Avenue. According to the Tampa Police Department, Alan Barber, 74, was charged with murder following an investigation into...

'My heart breaks': Woman describes helping injured students after deadly school bus crash in Polk County

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:11:31 Z

(ABC Action News) A woman on her way to work Monday morning found herself helping injured Winter Haven High School students after a school bus crash killed two people, including a 10th-grade student. Aniyah Urbaez said she was driving along Lucerne Park Road when she...

10th grader among 2 dead in multi-vehicle crash involving school bus in Winter Haven: PCSO

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:46:55 Z

(ABC Action News) Two people have died after a major multi-vehicle crash involving a Winter Haven school bus Monday morning. In a press conference at 10 a.m., Sheriff Grady Judd said one of the two dead is a 10th-grade student, a girl, who went to Winter Haven High...

Helicopters to spray for mosquitoes in East Tampa, Bloomingdale as dengue concerns grow

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:23:47 Z

(ABC Action News) Residents in parts of East Tampa, East Lake, Palm River and Bloomingdale can expect to see low-flying helicopters throughout the week as Hillsborough County steps up mosquito-control efforts in response to dengue virus activity. According to...

Bartow motorcyclist killed after crashing into sign near Pasco County roundabout: FHP

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:40:54 Z

(ABC Action News) A Bartow man was killed in a motorcycle crash early Sunday morning in Pasco County, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash happened around 12:03 a.m. on U.S. Highway 98 at Old Lakeland Highway, troopers said. According to FHP, a Honda...

Lakeland motorcyclist killed in crash with SUV at State Road 60 intersection: FHP

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:10:10 Z

(ABC Action News) A Lakeland motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving an SUV late Saturday night in Polk County, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash happened around 11:15 p.m. at the intersection of State Road 60 and North 91 Mine Road, troopers...

Odessa motorcyclist killed after crash on I-75 leads to chain-reaction collision: FHP

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:05:08 Z

(ABC Action News) An Odessa motorcyclist was killed and a second rider seriously injured in a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 75 early Sunday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash happened around 1:20 a.m. on northbound I-75 near mile marker...

Rays and Yankees fans bring postseason confidence to Tropicana Field ahead of ALDS

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:41:56 Z

(ABC Action News) The postseason atmosphere is heating up in St. Petersburg as Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees fans pack Tropicana Field, each confident their team has what it takes to make a deep playoff run. WATCH NOW: Rays and Yankees fans bring postseason...

Deputies shoot armed suspect after domestic violence call in Spring Hill: HCSO

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:27:02 Z

(ABC Action News) Hernando County deputies shot an armed suspect Saturday night after he allegedly opened fire on deputies during an encounter in Spring Hill, according to Sheriff Al Nienhuis. During a briefing from the scene posted to Facebook, Nienhuis said the...

Purple Alert issued for missing Tampa woman: TPD

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:12:39 Z

(ABC Action News) Tampa police have issued a Purple Alert for a missing woman whose family is concerned for her safety. According to the Tampa Police Department, Samantha Jackson, 40, was last seen Saturday evening in the area of 8400 Rio Bravo Court. Police said...

Pickup truck catches fire on Howard Frankland Bridge after mechanical issue: FHP

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:54:59 Z

(ABC Action News) A pickup truck caught fire on the Howard Frankland Bridge on Saturday morning following a mechanical issue, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). Troopers responded around 10:10 a.m. to a Chevrolet pickup truck that was on fire near mile marker...

Rays announce ALDS roster ahead of series against Yankees

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:37:48 Z

(ABC Action News) The Tampa Bay Rays announced their roster for the American League Division Series against the New York Yankees on Saturday. The roster includes 26 players, featuring 12 pitchers, two catchers, seven infielders and five outfielders. The Rays' pitching...

Treatment delivers chemotherapy directly to pancreatic cancer tumors

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:30:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The founder of RenovoRx says its Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion system, or TAMP, shows promise with reducing side effects from treatment.

Clearwater approves street vacations for proposed EVO family entertainment center

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:04:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) According to the Cleveland Street Alliance, the 83,000-square-foot project represents $50 million in private investment downtown.

Man arrested in deadly Tampa shooting after community tip helps identify suspect

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:55:47 Z

(ABC Action News) A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last month on Nebraska Avenue near McEwen Avenue, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD). The shooting happened Sept. 22, when officers responded to reports of a person...

The 100-year-old Mirasol Apartments on Davis Islands could be demolished

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 03:11:35 Z

(ABC Action News) A century-old building on Davis Islands could soon be demolished. D.H. Griffin Wrecking Co., Inc., a demolition firm, filed a demolition permit on behalf of the owners of The Mirasol Apartments. Mirasol owners seek demolition permit In January, Frank...

Tampa Police Department Designation of Special Event Zones

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:17:07 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa Police Department Designation of Special Event Zones Tony D. Fri, 10/02/2026 - 02:17 pm Tampa Police Department Designation of Special Event Zones On Friday October 2, 2026, a Special Event Zone will be in effect in the downtown area. Expect...

Playoff baseball at the Trop: What to know about getting there

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:27:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Straight from the Rays themselves, here is everything you need to know to get around, get to the game,and enjoy the excitement

Dive into an underwater adventure at Blue Spring State Park

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:44:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The Florida Dive Company takes visitors into the crystal-clear spring for a close-up look at the underwater world.

Channel District Art Selection Committee

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:40:50 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) Channel District Art Selection Committee 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Fri, 10/02/2026 - 11:40 am Event Status Scheduled When Thu, Oct 8 2026 , 4:30 - 6:30pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal CHANNEL DISTRICT ART SELECTION COMMITTEE NOTICE OF...

U.S. added disappointing 29,000 jobs in September; unemployment ticks up to 4.2%

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:37:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Economists had expected September payrolls to come in at 90,000.

Council Evening Meeting Quasi-Judicial & Land Use Hearings

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:30:59 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) Council Evening Meeting Quasi-Judicial & Land Use Hearings 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Fri, 10/02/2026 - 11:30 am Event Status Scheduled When Thu, Oct 8 2026 , 5:01pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TAMPA CITY...

Community Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:29:29 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) Community Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Fri, 10/02/2026 - 11:29 am Event Status Scheduled When Thu, Oct 8 2026 , 9am Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF TAMPA COMMUNITY...