Nathan MacKinnon scores late as Canada beats Finland to reach the Olympic gold-medal game

ABC Action News 2/20 7:27A Associated Press

Nathan MacKinnon scored the go-ahead goal with 35.2 seconds left after Shea Theodore tied it midway through the third period and Canada survived another scare at the Olympics , rallying to beat Finland 3-2 in the semifinals on Friday night and...

1 dead after semi-trailer collides with SUV in Hardee County: FHP

ABC Action News 2/20 4:33A Leilyn Torres

The Florida Highway Patrol said a tractor-trailer collided with an SUV at an intersection in Wauchula, leaving the driver of the SUV dead. A Lincoln SUV was traveling southbound on West Main Street, approaching an intersection with stop signs on...

Mother of son who died from sudden cardiac arrest urges parents to get heart screenings for kids

ABC Action News 2/20 3:32A Larissa Scott

When I asked Lakesha Harrison to tell me about her son, she immediately lit up. Antonio. He loved sports. He played football, basketball, weightlifting, we did soccer, said Lakesha. Antonio Hicks, known as an outgoing Citrus High School teen who...

Driver arrested after fleeing fatal Pasco crash that killed Tampa bicyclist: FHP

ABC Action News 2/20 3:24A Kiley Vaughan

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said a man was arrested after fleeing the scene of a crash that killed a Tampa bicyclist on Wednesday night in Pasco County. FHP said a Tesla Y Model, driven by a 24-year-old Hudson man, was traveling southbound...

25-year-old man dies after car travels through Buffalo Wild Wings parking lot and crashes: FHP

ABC Action News 2/20 3:04A Kiley Vaughan

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said a man died after he lost control of his vehicle, traveled through the parking lot of a Buffalo Wild Wings and eventually crashed in the early hours of Friday morning. FHP said a Toyota Camry, driven by a...

Former Tampa City Councilman Joseph Caetano has died: Mayor Jane Castor

ABC Action News 2/20 2:41A Kiley Vaughan

Former District 7 Tampa City Councilman Joseph Caetano has died, according to a post from Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on Thursday. Saddened to hear of the loss of Former City Councilman Joseph Caetano aka Mr. New Tampa. I know he will be missed by...

School bus drivers to compete in 'Road-Eo' to determine top talent behind the wheel

ABC Action News 2/20 2:00A Sean Daly

A good school bus driver is a multifaceted talent. Besides working behind the wheel, they have to be a babysitter, protector, therapist, friend and more. "Our drivers wear tons of hats," says Corey Norris, safety and training manager for...

Susan Solves It: Child care costs

ABC Action News 2/19 11:55P Susan El Khoury

A report shows child care costs for two kids in Tampa are slightly less than average rent, but still a significant monthly expense. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises saving for child care in a high-yield account, exploring eligibility...

News to Know for Feb. 20

ABC Action News 2/19 11:52P Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Friday, and Tampa Bay is gearing up for a busy next few days before the 2026 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic races begin. Ahead of the main event, the Tampa Bay 28 Health & Fitness Expo...

2026 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic: Everything you need to know

ABC Action News 2/19 11:29P Leilyn Torres

Racers are gearing up to participate in this weekend's Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic as it takes over downtown Tampa. The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, which started in 1978, works to raise funds for local nonprofits and running...

Tampa Police Work To Apprehend Suspect in Fatal Shooting of 16-year-old Girl

TAMPA.GOV News 2/19 8:49A Eddy Durkin (Police Department)

Tampa Police Work To Apprehend Suspect in Fatal Shooting of 16-year-old Girl Eddy D. Thu, 02/19/2026 - 03:49 pm TAMPA, FL (February 19, 2026) - - Tampa Police Detectives are actively working to find justice for 16-year-old Miracle Cromwell, who...

Report: Florida Cabinet to discuss gift of 22 acres to Hillborough College for Rays stadium

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 4:37A Spectrum News Staff

The Florida Cabinet may consider giving 22 acres of land to Hillsborough College to go towards a Rays stadium in Tampa.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:57A Associated Press

After the arrest, King Charles III said that the law must take its course in the investigation.

Universal Orlando announces new multi-day ticket with access to all parks

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:26A Anna Wronka

The ticket offers access to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and the new Universal Epic Universe.

Rainbow laser lights to illuminate 50 blocks of St. Pete's Central Ave

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 2/19 3:15A Angie Angers

The organizer says this is in direct response to the state's decision to do away with street art, which included St. Pete's rainbow crosswalk.