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17-year-old on trial for Tampa killing of 14-year-old Jevario Buie

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:33:05 Z

(ABC Action News) Jahmir Moore, 17, is on trial this week after being accused of the Tampa killing of 14-year-old Jevario Buie in 2024. Moore, who was 15 at the time and was charged as an adult on Dec. 4 with first-degree murder in Buies death, faces life in prison,...

Tampa coaches heading to Shanghai, China to lead international football camp this fall

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:23:08 Z

(ABC Action News) Two Tampa football coaches are taking the game halfway around the world. C.J. Bennett and his father, Chip, run the Quarterback Stable , a quarterback development academy based in Tampa. This October, C.J. Bennett and Receiver School coach Sean Gavin...

South Howard Flood Project inches closer to finish line

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:26:00 Z

(ABC Action News) A controversial flood relief project along South Howard is moving closer to a final decision as the City of Tampa released a new simulation showing how the proposed project could help clear floodwaters from the area. The South Howard Flood Relief...

TB Comic Convention Weekend Traffic Advisory: Sept. 4 - Sept. 6

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:15:21 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) TB Comic Convention Weekend Traffic Advisory: Sept. 4 - Sept. 6 Tony D. Wed, 09/02/2026 - 11:15 am Traffic advisory for Tampa Convention Center during Comic Convention, September 4-6, 2026. Increased Traffic Expected September 4-6 During Tampa Bay...

Tampa ranks No. 20 among America's top tech cities, new study finds

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:13:39 Z

(ABC Action News) Tampa is cementing its place on the national tech map, with new rankings and a growing startup ecosystem pointing to a city that has moved well beyond its emerging market days. A recent study by Lemon.IO ranked Tampa No. 20 for best tech hubs in the...

SAO rules Venice man was justified in deadly shooting

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:09:37 Z

(ABC Action News) The State Attorneys Office (SAO) said it will not prosecute a man in a deadly Venice shooting on July 1, saying it was justified. The SAO said that Aaron Bean had no duty to retreat within his own home and reasonably believed the force was necessary...

Hillsborough County leaders approve short-term rental regulations

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:15:29 Z

(ABC Action News) Hillsborough County commissioners on Wednesday unanimously approved a short-term rental ordinance for properties. The decision comes after some neighbors say the growing number of vacation rentals is affecting their communities. The county has had no...

Medical Professionals Impacted by Flooding Advocate for the South Howard Project

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:15:13 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Medical Professionals Impacted by Flooding Advocate for the South Howard Project Tony D. Wed, 09/02/2026 - 10:15 am Hurricane Milton flood damage at HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital Hurricane Milton flood damage at HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital...

Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2026: Official Visitor Guide

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:41:52 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2026: Official Visitor Guide Kirstin A. Wed, 09/02/2026 - 09:41 am Group of cosplayers at TBCC 2024 in costume at a convention hall. Tampa Bay Comic Convention returns to the Tampa Convention Center this Friday, September 4...

Flock camera helps St. Pete officers find missing 99-year-old man: SPPD

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:35:05 Z

(ABC Action News) A missing 99-year-old man St. Petersburg man was found on Tuesday after a Flock camera picked him up, police officials said. Karl Josephs, 99, was last seen at his home on Alamanda Way South around 12:30 p.m. He left in his 2006 Red Toyota Corolla to...

One person found dead in Citrus County house fire: CCFR

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:59:35 Z

(ABC Action News) One person was found dead in a Citrus County house fire on Tuesday, fire officials said. At 9:37 a.m., Citrus County Fire Rescue (CCFR) and the Inverness Fire Department (IFD) firefighters responded to the reported fire on East Baner Lane, just...

Architectural Review Commission

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:48:19 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) Architectural Review Commission 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Wed, 09/02/2026 - 08:48 am Event Status Scheduled When Wed, Sep 9 2026 , 5:30pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal CITY OF TAMPA ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC...

CRA, City of Tampa Set to Break Ground on 20 Affordable Units

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:38:16 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) CRA, City of Tampa Set to Break Ground on 20 Affordable Units Tony D. Wed, 09/02/2026 - 08:38 am The project is designed to complement the historic character of VM Ybor, and will serve households earning up to 80% area median income (AMI). The car...

Residents along MLK Street South in St. Pete ask for safety improvements

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:15:40 Z

(ABC Action News) A local group is pushing for more safety improvements along a dangerous road in St. Pete. Residents said Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street South needs some changes to increase safety. William Hitchcock said it's been a heavy month after his friend...

USF gears up for Week 1, hopes to start the Brian Hartline-era strong

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:46:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The University of South Florida football team starts the college football season this Saturday night against FIU.

World Health Organization recommends hearing aids to help reduce cognitive decline risk

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:37:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) A new campaign in Florida is encouraging adults 50 and older to make hearing screenings a routine part of their wellness checks.

Hillsborough County considers new rules for short-term rentals

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:14:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Short-term rentals are under new scrutiny in Hillsborough County as commissioners consider more regulations for vacation rental properties.

Florida Aquarium offers BOGO admission deal Fridays in September if you bring a date

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:00:00 Z

(ABC Action News) Love, and a sweet BOGO deal, are in the air at the Florida Aquarium this month. "Fridays I'm in Love" is a weekly savings event with a sweet "date night" twist: On Fridays, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., you'll get two admission tickets for the price of one...

Crystal River driver killed after hitting concrete pole: FHP

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:40:24 Z

(ABC Action News) A Crystal River man was killed in a crash on Monday after he lost control of the vehicle he was driving, troopers said. A Dodge Ram, driven by the 57-year-old victim, was traveling westbound on West Orange Tree Street at about 9:30 a.m. Near North...

Waymo begins welcoming public riders in Tampa

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:18:26 Z

(ABC Action News) Waymo announced it will be welcoming public riders in Tampa starting Tuesday. The company said it will welcome the first public riders in Denver, San Diego, and Tampa starting Sept. 1. "With thousands of residents already signed up, were inviting new...

USF police chase down man with gun, drugs on campus: USFPD

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:37:38 Z

(ABC Action News) A man was chased down by USF police officers after bringing a gun and drugs onto the campus, officials said. The University of South Florida Police Department (USFPD) arrested 40-year-old Dwayne S. Bryant, 40, who was not affiliated with the school....

Tracking Tampa’s Heat

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:09:02 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tracking Tampa’s Heat Robert L. Mon, 08/31/2026 - 05:09 pm Two people in safety vests navigate in a car using a printed map and smartphone. As Tampa continues to endure the summer heat, the City of Tampa’s Sustainability and Resilience Office will be...

Tampa CRA Opens Applications for Two New Commercial Grant Opportunities

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:07:55 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa CRA Opens Applications for Two New Commercial Grant Opportunities Robert L. Mon, 08/31/2026 - 04:07 pm The Tampa Firefighter's Museum was able to utilize funding from the original CRA Commercial Special Projects Grant to repair aging windows on...

Let’s Work Together to End Drunk Driving!

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:22:13 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Let’s Work Together to End Drunk Driving! Verliz W. Mon, 08/31/2026 - 02:22 pm TAMPA, FL. (August 31, 2026) - - From August 19 through September 7, 2026, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will be...

City Releases New Video Showing South Howard Flood Relief Project in Action

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:05:43 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) City Releases New Video Showing South Howard Flood Relief Project in Action Tony D. Mon, 08/31/2026 - 02:05 pm A screenshot highlighting the significant benefits of the South Howard Flood Relief Project Project Map City of Tampa Releases New Video...

Recognizing Longtime Parks & Recreation Instructors

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:05:51 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Recognizing Longtime Parks & Recreation Instructors Tony D. Mon, 08/31/2026 - 09:05 am Tennis coach Glen Shull has coached for more than 50 years and continues to offer weekly lessons. Tampa Parks & Rec Honors Legendary Instructors Tampa Parks &...

The marriage of really old and very new: USF uses AI to excavate ancient site

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:35:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The team excavated a site in Sicily and uncovered numerous artifacts dating back to the 4th century, including jars and portions of a statue.

Tampa woman’s aunt among thousands missing after deadly Nepal floods

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:17:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Pragati Ghimire, who lived in Nepal through her teenage years and now lives in Tampa, said the disaster has been difficult to watch from afar.

Curbside changes start today for Tampa International's red airside departures

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:46:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) If you have a flight at the Tampa International Airport, prepare for some changes when you're driving in.

North Port commissioners to consider retroactive 18-month data center moratorium

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:29:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) North Port city commissioners are taking another look Monday at whether to temporarily halt new data center projects.

Bucs elevate Daniels to backup QB while setting roster

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:02:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Buccaneers quarterback Jalon Daniels did enough to not only garner a roster spot but grab the backup role.

Jet skier dies after lightning strike near Fort De Soto Park: PCSO

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:12:19 Z

(ABC Action News) A man died Saturday evening after being struck by lightning while riding a jet ski near Fort De Soto Park, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). Deputies responded around 6:35 p.m. Saturday after receiving reports that an adult...

Tampa Police Arrest Man in Homicide Investigation

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:37:18 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa Police Arrest Man in Homicide Investigation Jonee' L. Sun, 08/30/2026 - 10:37 am TAMPA, FL. (August 30, 2026)- The Tampa Police Department arrested a man following a deadly shooting Saturday night. On August 29th, 2026, shortly after 11:00pm,...

NASA and SpaceX plans to launch the Nancy Grace Roman space telescope

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:31:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The telescope mission's mission is to explore the edge of the observable universe, including other planets and dark energy.

Man arrested for second-degree murder after fatal shooting on Nebraska Avenue: TPD

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:38:41 Z

(ABC Action News) A man has been arrested after a deadly shooting late Saturday night on North Nebraska Avenue, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD). Officers responded shortly after 11 p.m. to the 7100 block of North Nebraska Avenue for reports of a fight...

Clearwater mayor talks hurricane recovery, historic pavilion

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:41:15 Z

(ABC Action News) Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector appeared on Tampa Bay 28's Clearwater Beach live community show Friday and spoke one-on-one with morning anchor Andrew Kinsey. WATCH: Clearwater mayor talks hurricane recovery, historic pavilion Clearwater mayor talks...

Clearwater Beach lifeguards on pace for record water rescues in 2026

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:31:26 Z

(ABC Action News) Clearwater Beach is quickly becoming a worldwide destination, and with that comes more people swimming in one area keeping Clearwater Beach lifeguards very busy. WATCH: Clearwater Beach lifeguards on pace for record water rescues in 2026 Clearwater...

Clearwater Beach ranked second best in the US and 17th in the world for 2026

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:16:09 Z

(ABC Action News) TripAdvisor named Clearwater Beach the second-best beach in the United States for 2026, ranking it 17th worldwide. Every year, millions of tourists visit the area, which sits just across Clearwater Bay. It's about a 45-minute drive from Tampa,...

Pedestrian killed in crash on Dundee Road near Winter Haven: PCSO

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:06:29 Z

(ABC Action News) A 78-year-old man was killed Friday night after being struck by a car on Dundee Road between Winter Haven and Dundee, according to the Polk County Sheriffs Office (PCSO). Deputies said the crash happened around 9:55 p.m. on State Road 542 near...

Two killed in motorcycle crash involving pickup truck on US-41 in Hillsborough County: FHP

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:20:57 Z

(ABC Action News) Two people died Friday night in a crash involving a pickup truck and two motorcycles at the intersection of U.S. Highway 41 and 24th Avenue South, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). Troopers said the crash happened around 9:10 p.m. when a...