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

ABC Action News 10/4 6:23A Anthony Romano

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

ABC Action News 10/4 5:40A Anthony Romano

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...

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

ABC Action News 10/4 5:10A Anthony Romano

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,...

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

ABC Action News 10/4 5:05A Anthony Romano

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...

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

ABC Action News 10/4 2:41A Haley Zarcone

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

ABC Action News 10/4 12:27A Anthony Romano

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

ABC Action News 10/4 12:12A Anthony Romano

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

ABC Action News 10/3 5:54A Anthony Romano

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...

Rays announce ALDS roster ahead of series against Yankees

ABC Action News 10/3 5:37A Anthony Romano

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'...

Treatment delivers chemotherapy directly to pancreatic cancer tumors

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 10/3 5:30A Sarah Blazonis

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 10/3 5:04A Sarah Blazonis

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

ABC Action News 10/3 4:55A Anthony Romano

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...

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

ABC Action News 10/3 3:11A Julie Salomone

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,...

Tampa Police Department Designation of Special Event Zones

TAMPA.GOV News 10/2 8:17A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

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....

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

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 10/2 7:27A Spectrum News Staff

Straight from the Rays themselves, here is everything you need to know to get around, get to the game,and enjoy the excitement