Crystal River driver killed after hitting concrete pole: FHP

ABC Action News 9/1 4:40A Brian McBride

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...

Waymo begins welcoming public riders in Tampa

ABC Action News 9/1 4:18A Kiley Vaughan

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...

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

ABC Action News 8/31 10:37P Brian McBride

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...

Tracking Tampa’s Heat

TAMPA.GOV News 8/31 11:09A Robert Lockridge (Technology & I

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 CRA Opens Applications for Two New Commercial Grant Opportunities

TAMPA.GOV News 8/31 10:07A Robert Lockridge (Technology & I

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...

Let’s Work Together to End Drunk Driving!

TAMPA.GOV News 8/31 8:22A Verliz Williams (Police Departme

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...

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

TAMPA.GOV News 8/31 8:05A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

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...

Recognizing Longtime Parks & Recreation Instructors

TAMPA.GOV News 8/31 3:05A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

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 &...

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/31 2:35A Jeff Butera

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/31 2:17A Matt Lackritz

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/31 12:46A Spectrum News Staff

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/31 12:29A Jason Lanning

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 8/31 12:02A Spectrum News Staff

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

ABC Action News 8/30 10:12P Anthony Romano

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...

Tampa Police Arrest Man in Homicide Investigation

TAMPA.GOV News 8/30 4:37A Jonee' Lewis (Police Department)

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...