Lakewood Ranch residents debate $2.1 million roundabout project

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 3:00P Julia Hazel

The county wants to ease traffic at Lorraine Road and Player's Drive.

Jury finds Florida man accused of killing teen daughter guilty of third-degree murder

ABC Action News 9/27 12:04P Dre Bradley

A jury ruled Nahshon Shannon, a man accused of beating and killing his 13-year-old daughter, Janessa Shannon, guilty of third-degree murder and aggravated child abuse on Wednesday. Nahshon faces up to 20 years in prison. A judge will sentence him...

New community project aims to reduce electric bills in Progress Village

ABC Action News 9/27 11:54A Casey Albritton

A local community is coming together to fight the rising price of paradise. People in Hillsborough County's Progress Village Community are getting home improvements and solar panels. "It's home. It's homeit's just warm and fuzzy," said Norma Salam,...

Construction on new multi-use trail in Brooksville continues

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 11:45A Tim Wronka

Roads are closing for construction of the new section of the Good Neighbor Trail.

Winner of $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot claims prize in Florida

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 10:54A Associated Press

The winning ticket was sold at a Publix supermarket in Neptune Beach near Jacksonville.

Bucs ready for a "physical, nasty" match-up with rival Saints

ABC Action News 9/27 9:47A Kyle Burger

If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1) want to make the playoffs and win the NFC South division, winning games against their division rivals is the key. That starts with Sunday against the New Orleans Saints (2-1) a team the Bucs beat twice last season...

ABC Action News Gives raises over $12,000 for veteran’s retreat damaged in Hurricane Idalia

ABC Action News 9/27 9:12A Jamison Uhler

Last month, following Hurricane Idalia, ABC Action News told the stories of people in our community struggling after the storm. One of the people impacted was Kelly Kowall, who runs the non-profit My Warriors Place in Ruskin. My Warrior's Place is...

Largo Police respond to 'active shooting call'

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 7:44A Spectrum News Staff

Residents are advised to avoid the 1800 block of South Belcher Road at this time.

As Menendez pleads not guilty, calls for senator to resign grow

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 7:20A Justin Tasolides

Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the No. 2 Democrat in the Senate, joined more than two dozen of his colleagues in calling for Menendez to step down.

2 injured in Largo shooting at auto service shop

ABC Action News 9/27 6:49A Stephanie Cardenas

The Largo Police Department (LPD) said two people were injured in an "active shooting" on Wednesday. Officers are currently on the scene at Stout's Auto, located at 1801 S. Belcher Road. No...

FWC introduces Skyway Fishing Pier online course for new state park rules

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 5:56A Spectrum News Staff

New regulations for the Skyway Fishing Pier State Park go into effect on Oct. 1.

Live Updates: What to watch for at the second GOP presidential debate

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 5:30A Spectrum News Staff

There will be no shortage of issues discussed as Congress speeds toward a government shutdown and Republicans navigate abortion politics

Pinellas school board, teachers' union head back to bargaining table on teacher contracts

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 9/27 5:12A Spectrum News Staff

Pinellas school board officials and teachers’ association representatives will return to the bargaining table Wednesday to discuss teacher contracts.

Tampa Police Officers Train WIth Local Teen Boxers For Weekend Tournament

TAMPA.GOV News 9/27 4:52A Eddy Durkin P44428 (Police Depar

Tampa Police Officers Train WIth Local Teen Boxers For Weekend Tournament Eddy D. Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:52 am Tampa Police Officers assigned to the Tampa Police Athletic League will be holding final training sessions with local teen athletes...

Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park...

ABC Action News 9/27 4:31A Associated Press

Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires. The recalls cover multiple car and SUV models from the 2010 through 2019 model years,...