MEDIA ADVISORY: “Battle in the Bay” Demonstration Returns for SOF Week 2026

TAMPA.GOV News 5/19 2:38A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

MEDIA ADVISORY: “Battle in the Bay” Demonstration Returns for SOF Week 2026 Tony D. Tue, 05/19/2026 - 08:38 am U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) will host its signature Capability...

Florida couple rebuilding after Hurricane Helene claim bank held $100K insurance payout

ABC Action News 5/18 8:45A Susan El Khoury

A Hillsborough County couple says Chase Bank held nearly $100,000 of their flood insurance payout for more than a year while they struggled to rebuild their Ruskin home after Hurricane Helene. Left waiting, the couple said they had to withdraw...

Jury finds man guilty of attempted murder in 2023 Bradenton shooting: State Attorney

ABC Action News 5/18 8:26A Amanda Boettcher

A jury convicted a man of attempted murder after an attempted robbery in 2023 led to a man being shot multiple times. Leonard Allen Lafleur Jr. was convicted in a jury trial on May 14 of attempted murder in the first degree with a firearm,...

Stand-up comedian Mojo Brookzz to bring tour to Tampa Theatre in December

ABC Action News 5/18 7:52A Leilyn Torres

Stand-up comedian Mojo Brookzz announced he will be bringing his "Outta Pocket Tour" to Tampa later this year. Dyon "Mojo" Brooks is an actor, writer, and comedian known for being in Nick Cannon's "Wild 'N Out" and Tyler Perry's show "Miss...

Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera resigns, set to run for Florida House District 67

ABC Action News 5/18 7:49A Amanda Boettcher

Luis Viera submitted his resignation from the Tampa City Council's District 7 seat as he has filed to run for a statewide elected office. Viera filed to run for the Florida House of Representatives District 67 on April 2, 2025. He submitted his...

Suspect's defense pleads not guilty in double murder of USF students' case; trial date set

ABC Action News 5/18 7:37A WFTS Digital Staff

The defense of the suspect charged with the murders of two USF graduate students entered a plea of not guilty on Monday. Tampa Bay 28 was at the hearing on May 18, as his trial date was set for Nov. 3, 2027. A status hearing is set for 9 a.m. on...

Rays launch summer reading incentive program for Tampa Bay students

ABC Action News 5/18 6:51A Kyle Burger

The Tampa Bay Rays (30-15) have been one of the hottest teams in baseball this season holding the best record in the American League. But this summer, theyre making an impact off the field as well by bringing their energy into the classroom. The...

Port of Tampa Bay plans to build 4th cruise terminal to meet demand

ABC Action News 5/18 5:20A Larissa Scott

Port of Tampa Bay is a major part of the Channel District. The Ports economic impact is over $34.7 billion a year in direct, indirect jobs, and consumption and so on, said Raul Alfonso, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for...

Fatal shooting suspect arrested, charged with 2nd-degree murder: Gulfport police

ABC Action News 5/18 5:00A WFTS Digital Staff

Gulfport police say they've arrested on Monday the suspect behind a fatal shooting back in April. Police said on the morning of May 18, Gulfport Police Department (GPD) with federal agents arrested Elisha Christopher Landry, who was wanted in...

Meteorologist Greg Dee visits Beach Drive Forum in St. Pete

ABC Action News 5/18 4:59A Greg Dee

Tampa Bay 28 Meteorologist Greg Dee visited the Beach Drive Forum at the First Presbyterian Church in St. Pete on Thursday, May 14. The forum was a rare occasion where Greg got to speak with adults instead of kids and answer questions about...

Street-racing, reckless 19-year-old driver arrested on I-4 in Hillsborough: FHP

ABC Action News 5/18 4:08A WFTS Digital Staff

A 19-year-old Bartow man was charged with reckless driving with property damage after a street-racing incident in Hillsborough County early Sunday morning. Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said troopers were conducting a traffic stop on I-4 near...

Pasco DAR chapter honors American flag in Dade City with drop-off box ahead of America’s 250th...

ABC Action News 5/18 2:59A Erik Waxler

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Pasco County are continuing their efforts to honor the American flag and educate the public about proper flag retirement. Members...

Honoring a War Veteran and Community Leader

TAMPA.GOV News 5/18 2:34A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

Honoring a War Veteran and Community Leader Tony D. Mon, 05/18/2026 - 08:34 am The City of Tampa is honoring the legacy of World War II veteran and community leader Tony Garcia Jr. Honoring Tony...

News to Know for May 18 2026

ABC Action News 5/18 12:53A WFTS Digital Staff

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Monday, and if you were hoping for a dry start to the week, you might want to keep that umbrella handy. Meteorologist Greg Dee says to expect more rain this afternoon and evening, leading to...

Susan Solves It: Flight Refund Rights

ABC Action News 5/18 12:53A Susan El Khoury

New DOT rules require airlines to give passengers a full refund for canceled flights, even if caused by fuel shortages, but extra costs arent covered. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises travelers to review airline policies and...