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City of Tampa to Rally Behind Rays Ahead of Postseason Run

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:01:24 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) City of Tampa to Rally Behind Rays Ahead of Postseason Run Tony D. Mon, 09/28/2026 - 05:01 pm The City of Tampa will celebrate the postseason playoff run for the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. City of Tampa to Rally Behind Rays Ahead of Postseason Run...

East Tampa Community Advisory Committee

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:32:43 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) East Tampa Community Advisory Committee 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Mon, 09/28/2026 - 04:32 pm Event Status Scheduled When Tue, Oct 13 2026 , 6pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal EAST TAMPA COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE EAST TAMPA...

Drew Park Community Advisory Committee

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:29:43 Z

(TAMPA.GOV Calendar) Drew Park Community Advisory Committee 27.9516896, -82.4587527 Charline S. Mon, 09/28/2026 - 04:29 pm Event Status Scheduled When Wed, Oct 14 2026 , 5:30pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal DREW PARK COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE DREW PARK...

Tampa PAL Expanding Youth Opportunities with Flag Football

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:01:03 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa PAL Expanding Youth Opportunities with Flag Football Tony D. Mon, 09/28/2026 - 03:01 pm The Tampa Police Athletic League provides youth with safe, structured activities and law enforcement mentors. Tampa PAL Expanding Youth Opportunities with...

St. Petersburg Housing Authority hosts roundtable to tackle barriers to homeownership

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:26:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) The St. Petersburg Housing Authority is partnering with Realtors to help low-income families overcome homebuying barriers in Pinellas County.

FishHawk residents concerned with potholes near busy shopping centers

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:08:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Drivers in FishHawk are concerned about a growing number potholes on the roads around busy shopping areas.

Pinellas County woman organizes 1,000 lunches for people experiencing homelessness

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:04:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Carla Vaughn organized volunteers at First Central Tower on a recent morning, where the lobby became an assembly line for about 1,000 bagged lunches.

Belleair Bluffs hotel expected to break ground this fall

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:32:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) A planned 100-room, 75-foot-tall hotel in Belleair Bluffs is drawing mixed reactions from residents and business owners.

SpaceX successfully launches Starship for its 1st orbital flight

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:32:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket Monday morning for its first orbital test flight.

Tampa Police Conduct Death Investigation

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:20:12 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Tampa Police Conduct Death Investigation Verliz W. Mon, 09/28/2026 - 10:20 am TAMPA, FL. (September 28, 2026) - - Tampa Police is conducting a death investigation following a shooting that occurred on September 22, 2026. Just after 4:00 p.m.,...

Airbnb launches $250 million housing accelerator, partners with Florida Housing Coalition

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 03:39:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Airbnb is committing $250 million to help move stalled housing developments forward nationwide and partnering with the Florida Housing Coalition.

Sarasota not-for-profit groups taking down barriers to make sure all patients can afford to be seen

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 01:44:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Thanks to Gulf Coast Community Foundation, no cost annual wellness exams are available for patients who qualify.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue to test drone blood delivery program

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 01:09:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Hillsborough Fire Rescue, Tampa General Hospital and Archer First Response Systems to launch first Blood Drone Delivery Program in U.S.

Bartow residents seek answers after police chief's sudden resignation in August

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 01:07:58 Z

(ABC Action News) Residents in Bartow are still looking for answers after the city's police chief suddenly resigned in August. Former Chief Stephen Walker stepped down Aug. 14 after city officials confronted him about a complaint filed by a city employee. The city...

Bucs fall to Vikings 23-16; Mayfield dislocates thumb

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:22:00 Z

(Spectrum News | Bay News 9) Baker Mayfield hurt his thumb on a desperation pass late in the fourth quarter. He was screaming in pain on the ground before walking off.

Venice motorcyclist dies after crash near Sarasota traffic circle: SPD

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:15:19 Z

(ABC Action News) A Venice motorcyclist died after a crash near the intersection of Gulfstream Avenue and Bayfront Drive on Sunday afternoon, according to the Sarasota Police Department. The crash happened around 2:30 p.m. near the traffic circle at Gulfstream Avenue...

Deputies shoot armed suspect during domestic call in Brooksville: HCSO

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:54:54 Z

(ABC Action News) Hernando County deputies shot an armed suspect during a domestic violence call Sunday afternoon after the man allegedly fired toward responding deputies, according to Sheriff Al Nienhuis. The incident happened around 2:37 p.m. on Audubon Drive, south...

Clearwater Beach residents mark two years since Hurricane Helene with heightened anxiety for this season

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 11:14:10 Z

(ABC Action News) Two years after Hurricane Helene's storm surge devastated Clearwater Beach, residents say the rising water has been replaced by rising anxiety. Sylvia Tzekas was among those who watched the water rise from her home during the 2024 storm. She chose...

Weather moves Cubs-Red Sox game 162 to Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 08:53:24 Z

(ABC Action News) Baseball is being played at Tropicana Field on Sunday just not by the Tampa Bay Rays. The Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox are playing their regular season finale at Tropicana Field after weather forced the game to move from Boston to Tampa. The Rays...

Hillsborough inmate dies after being found unresponsive at Orient Road Jail: HCSO

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:14:26 Z

(ABC Action News) An inmate at the Orient Road Jail has died after being found unresponsive earlier this week, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO). Officials said Liam Thomas, 27, was discovered unresponsive by jail staff at 6:48 p.m. on Sept....

Police identify suspect in Bradenton double homicide; charges pending: BPD

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 05:23:17 Z

(ABC Action News) Bradenton police have identified a suspect in a double homicide that left two men dead earlier this week, according to the Bradenton Police Department (BPD). The department announced Saturday that a suspect has been identified in connection with the...

Body found in RV after fire at Largo property: PPPD

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 04:56:14 Z

(ABC Action News) Investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that left one person dead at a Largo property early Sunday morning, according to the Pinellas Park Police Department (PPPD). Police and firefighters responded around 1:43 a.m. to 12313 Tree...

Missing Zephyrhills boater found dead in Lake Tarpon: PCSO

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 04:29:41 Z

(ABC Action News) A missing boater who disappeared while test-driving a vessel on Lake Tarpon was found dead Sunday morning, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). Deputies responded around 6:15 p.m. Friday to Lansbrook Lakefront Park after an...

Driver killed after speeding car overturns in St. Petersburg: SPPD

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 03:58:32 Z

(ABC Action News) A driver was killed after losing control of a car and crashing early Sunday morning in St. Petersburg, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department (SPPD). The crash happened around 12:05 a.m. near 33rd Avenue North and Park Street North, police...

Hudson bicyclist dies after being struck on U.S. Highway 19 in Pasco County: FHP

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 03:44:54 Z

(ABC Action News) A Hudson bicyclist died after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross U.S. Highway 19 early Sunday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash happened around 12:10 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. Highway 19 and State...

Motorcyclist dies after hit-and-run crash in St. Petersburg: SPPD

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 03:35:03 Z

(ABC Action News) A Pinellas Park motorcyclist died after a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning in St. Petersburg, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department (SPPD). The crash happened around 1:10 a.m. at the intersection of Ninth Avenue North and Fourth...

Bartow mayor declares Oct. 1 'Bo & Sandy Raulerson Day' to honor couple's 50 years of community service

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:42:01 Z

(ABC Action News) A Bartow couple is celebrating half a century of serving their community and so is the city. Mayor Tanya Tucker declared Oct. 1 Bo & Sandy Raulerson Day in honor of the couple's 50 years of operating Bartow Christian Books and Gifts. The city...

Bartow is growing fast, but residents say it still feels like home

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:39:02 Z

(ABC Action News) 20,000 people call Bartow home. As the official county seat of Polk County, it is where all of the county's government offices are located. It is a city with deep roots, a historic downtown, and a small-town feel and now, more people are taking...

Civilian accused of breaching MacDill perimeter, injuring security personnel

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:36:18 Z

(ABC Action News) A civilian accused of breaching the perimeter at MacDill Air Force Base was detained Saturday afternoon after a confrontation with base security personnel, according to a statement from the 6th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs Office. Officials said...

Rescues in Action: Raspberry, Nova, and how to get animals back home when they're lost

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 03:34:39 Z

(ABC Action News) Nova Nova is a sweet, happy 4-month-old puppy (DOB 4/6/26) with a playful personality, endless energy, and so much love to give. She loves tug-of-war, chasing the zoomies around the yard, and when playtime is over, she's happiest curled up at your...

Woman cited after critically injuring pedestrian in Tampa crosswalk crash: TPD

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 02:37:02 Z

(ABC Action News) A woman was cited after a crash that left a pedestrian critically injured Saturday morning in Tampa, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD). Officers responded just after 7 a.m. to the intersection of West Arch Street and North Boulevard...

Search underway after unmanned boat found in Lake Tarpon: PCSO

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 02:16:23 Z

(ABC Action News) A search is underway in Lake Tarpon after an adult man went missing while boating, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). Investigators said the man took an 18-foot Carolina Skiff onto the water Friday. The boat was later located...

Splatter Paint Room in Bartow lets you unleash your inner Jackson Pollock or inner Hulk

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:15:32 Z

(ABC Action News) Need to blow off some steam this weekend? Maybe unleash a little frustration? Have you considered smashing a flat-screen TV with a sledgehammer? What about throwing paint-filled balloons at your friends? If you answered yes to any of those questions,...

Tampa police conducting death investigation after body found at home: TPD

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:07:34 Z

(ABC Action News) The Tampa Police Department is conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered at a home, officials said. Just before 3:30 a.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of North Harold Avenue after receiving a report of an unresponsive...

Bartow, Florida: Small-town pride, a century of golf and 175 years of history

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:47:47 Z

(ABC Action News) Bartow, Florida sits about 60 miles from Orlando and 40 miles from Tampa, but the city of just under 24,000 people carries a history and community spirit that stretches well beyond its size. "It's the hometown feel. Everybody knows everybody,...

Half-dressed woman arrested for pumpkin bundt cake theft at farmer's market: LPD

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:46:52 Z

(ABC Action News) A half-dressed Largo woman was charged with theft on Thursday after she ran into a farmers market store and stole two packages of pumpkin mini-bundt cakes, Largo police officials said. The Largo Police Department (LPD) arrested 51-year-old Jennifer...

3 killed in crash involving car and dump truck near Lake Wales: PCSO

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:20:21 Z

(ABC Action News) Three people were killed in a two-vehicle crash near Lake Wales early Thursday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). Deputies responded around 4:22 a.m. Thursday to State Road 60 and Acuff Road after receiving reports of a...

Voting Is Open! Tampa Convention Center Up for Readers' Choice Award

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:02:14 Z

(TAMPA.GOV News) Voting Is Open! Tampa Convention Center Up for Readers' Choice Award Tony D. Fri, 09/25/2026 - 08:02 am Voting is open from now until October 4 for the ConventionSouth Readers' Choice Award Voting Now Open! Tampa Convention Center Up for 2nd...

Driver hospitalized after crashing into power pole in Brooksville: HCFR

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:56:07 Z

(ABC Action News) A driver was hospitalized after crashing into a power pole in Brooksville late Thursday night, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR). Crews responded just before midnight to the area of Powell Road and Endsley Road following reports of a...

Lakewood Ranch woman sentenced to a year in jail for stealing $46K from employer

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:42:25 Z

(ABC Action News) A Lakewood Ranch woman who stole more than $46,000 from her employer was sentenced to a year in jail on Thursday. Kimberly Meredith, 40, was found guilty of fraudulent use of personal identification and grand theft ($20,000 to $100,000). Meredith...