Two teens killed, two seriously injured in Manatee County crash: FHP

ABC Action News 8/9 4:21A Brian McBride

Two teenagers were killed, and two others were seriously injured in a single-car Manatee County crash early Saturday morning, authorities said. According to a Florida Highway Patrol report, a 19-year-old Ellenton male was driving a Dodge Charger at...

Death investigation being conducted after woman's remains found in Lutz: HCSO

ABC Action News 8/9 3:44A Brian McBride

The Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office (HCSO) is conducting a death investigation in Lutz after human remains were found on Aug. 8. According to a HCSO report, just after 11:20 a.m., deputies responded to a call about possible human remains in a...

As federal takeover threats loom, Washington, D.C. waits for the White House to make its move

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/9 3:36A Associated Press

In short, Trump's promised law enforcement surge to take control of the streets of D.C. did not appear to unfold on schedule.

Zelenskyy rejects formally ceding Ukrainian territory, says Kyiv must be part of any negotiations

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/9 3:17A Associated Press

The Trump-Putin meeting, scheduled for Friday in Alaska, is seen as a potential breakthrough in the more than three-year war.

Mulberry man wanted for knocking employee out with soda bottle

ABC Action News 8/9 1:32A Brian McBride

The Polk County Sheriffs Office (PCSO) is searching for a Mulberry battery suspect who knocked a convenience store employee unconscious after throwing a bottle of soda at his head. Detectives have identified the suspect as 30-year-old Terry...

Florida students head back to school with new restrictions on cell phones

ABC Action News 8/8 8:02A Leilyn Torres

A new Florida law is banning the use of cell phones in elementary and middle schools for students. Gov. DeSantis signed the law in May 2025, and it went into effect statewide on July 1. It states that starting in the 2025-2026 school year,...

Shots fired, SWAT called to South Palmer Avenue in Citrus County: Sheriff

ABC Action News 8/8 7:30A Amanda Boettcher

Citrus County Sheriff's Office called to a domestic incident Friday morning. Citrus County Sheriff David Vincent said deputies went to a residence off of South Palmer Avenue. Deputies said they heard gunshots when they arrived and worked to...

Florida nurse used styrafoam cup to take fentanyl from patients' IV treatments: DOJ

ABC Action News 8/8 7:10A Amanda Boettcher

A Florida registered nurse was sentenced after he was found guilty of using fentanyl intended for patients. According to a press release from the Department of Justice, Eric Brewer, 30, of Lakeland, was sentenced to five years and three months in...

Surge of phone scams reported in Tampa involving suspects impersonating law enforcement: TPD

ABC Action News 8/8 5:59A Amanda Boettcher

Tampa Police Department (TPD) said it has seen an uptick in phone scams in the area. TPD said it's noticing a wave of phone scams involving suspects impersonating law enforcement and other official agencies. Scammers are using spoofed phone...

Sarasota County to offer free sandbags to residents on select dates

ABC Action News 8/8 5:52A Leilyn Torres

The City of Venice said it will hold a self-service sandbag station for residents on Sunday, Aug. 10. This sandbag location will be open in addition to three other locations in Sarasota County. The county is encouraging residents to utilize the...

Israel plans to retake Gaza City, escalating war with Hamas as worries rise for civilians and...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/8 5:17A Associated Press

The decision, taken after a late-night meeting of top officials, came despite mounting international calls to end the war.

Tenants at Largo apartments without power for nearly 3 weeks

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/8 5:03A Sarah Blazonis

One resident connected two 100-foot power cords to plug into the apartment of a neighbor who does have power, to keep fans running.

Families feeling the pinch as prices for school supplies rise, shopping experts share tips to save

ABC Action News 8/8 4:55A Larissa Scott

Many of us have gotten sticker shock walking through the aisles at stores these days. Parents shopping for school supplies right now are experiencing just that. I just spent, I want to say... $230 in Walmart yesterday, versus last year I spent...

Bronze statue of Tom Brady unveiling before Patriots' exhibition opener

ABC Action News 8/8 4:45A Associated Press

Tom Brady left his imprint all over the New England Patriots' record books during his stellar two-decade run with the team. Now, he is set to become the first player in franchise history to be honored with a statue. During a star-studded Patriots...

New build-to-rent townhome community opens in Wimauma

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/8 4:39A Jason Lanning

Metro Development Group says a demand for rentals led to the construction of the community