Cathedral names 2026 dove bearer ahead of Epiphany Week

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/1 7:47A Spectrum News Staff

Sylvia Marakas has been named dove bearer for Epiphany 2026.

City and county advocate raises concerns about State’s vow to cut property taxes

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/1 7:01A Sasha Teman

Elimination of property taxes expected to be a major talking point in this year’s legislative session.

Statewide animal cruelty database goes online, listing animal abuse offenders online as newest phase...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/1 4:42A Calvin Lewis

A statewide animal cruelty database is set to launch today as part of the newest phase of Dexter’s Law, a law that went into effect in July.

1 dead after overnight shooting in Port Richey: PSO

ABC Action News 1/1 4:17A Kiley Vaughan

The Pasco County Sheriffs Office (PSO) said deputies are investigating an overnight shooting in Port Richey that left one person dead. PSO said the shooting happened in the U.S. 19 area of Port Richey at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Jan. 1....

Repairs underway: The Anna Maria City Pier expected to be open to public by fall of 2026

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 1/1 2:06A Julia Hazel

After months of work, the Anna Maria City Pier is showing signs of progress.

Susan Solves It: Tips when buying and selling homes in 2026

ABC Action News 1/1 1:11A Susan El Khoury

Tips for those looking to buy and sell homes in 2026. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury found that more families are being priced out of buying a home. A new report found 75% of homes on the market nationwide are unaffordable based on the...

The Book Rescuers in Largo features 3 miles of reading and a mission to help the community

ABC Action News 1/1 1:10A Sean Daly

Three miles of bookshelves. More than 253 tons of books, music and movies were saved from landfills in 2025 alone. WATCH: The Book Rescuers in Largo features 3 miles of reading and a mission to help the community The Book Rescuers in Largo features...

Fireworks cause 3 overnight fires in Hillsborough County: HCFR

ABC Action News 1/1 1:10A Kiley Vaughan

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) said firefighters responded to an overnight house fire in Riverview caused by fireworks. Officials said fireworks caused three fires overnight in Hillsborough County, including two in Riverview and one in...

Lightning fan shares joy of collecting autographs

ABC Action News 1/1 12:21A Robert Boyd

Throughout the hockey season, Tampa Bay 28 has been highlighting some of the communitys most passionate Lightning fans. We recently had one fan from Odessa reach out to us about his autograph collection, something hes been building since he was a...

Neighborhood opposition sways vote to block Talbot House move to Memorial Blvd

ABC Action News 1/1 12:20A Rebecca Petit

Talbot House Ministries' plan to relocate to Memorial Boulevard has been blocked, amid strong pushback from neighbors, leaving the future of its new homeless shelter and social services campus uncertain. Wanda Avery lives in the Edgewater Drive...

Florida sister murder case finally heads to trial after years of delays

ABC Action News 1/1 12:19A Adam Walser

A Hillsborough County murder case that captured national attention more than four years ago is finally headed to trial later this month. Debra Patton is accused of fatally shooting her sister, Karen Pais, and burying her body in the backyard of...

News to Know for Jan. 1

ABC Action News 1/1 12:02A Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Thursday, and weve officially made it to the new year. Whether youre planning on easing back into your routine or jumping headfirst into 2026, Meteorologist Ally Blake says you'll definitely...

Disney World cast member injured in ‘Indiana Jones’ live stunt show

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/31 9:13A DeJanae Phillips

The incident happened on Tuesday during the “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

New Year's Day: What's open? Retailers. What's closed? Government and banks

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/31 8:08A Associated Press

While schools, government and banks are closed on New Year's Day, most major retailers across the U.S. will be open.

Asia's drummers pound in the new year as others mark 2026 with defiance or hope

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/31 7:41A Associated Press

Auckland was the first major city to ring in 2026, and Indonesia and Hong Kong held subdued events.