USF, University of Tampa among schools being investigated for antisemitic discrimination

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 8:32A Spectrum News Staff

The University of South Florida and University of Tampa are among 60 schools facing an investigation relating to antisemitic discrimination.

The Rays get 120 hours to make the Yankees' spring stadium their own. Here's how they'll do it

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 7:47A Associated Press

Rays' staff will launch a 120-hour transformation of the ballpark for their season in exile from storm-damaged Tropicana Field.

Plane flying out of Clearwater makes emergency landing after striking bird

ABC Action News 3/11 7:02A Amanda Boettcher

An Allegiant plane had to make an emergency landing at the St. Pete-Clearwater Airport (PIE) after it struck a bird. An ABC Action News employee on the flight said the airplane was headed to Flint, Michigan, around 11 a.m. when it hit a large...

Trump doubles planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50% as trade war intensifies

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 6:57A Associated Press

The president says it's in response to the price increases that the provincial government of Ontario put on electricity sold to the United States.

City of Tampa Seeking Community Input for Sulphur Springs Neighborhood Action Plan

TAMPA.GOV News 3/11 6:38A Robert Lockridge (Technology & I

City of Tampa Seeking Community Input for Sulphur Springs Neighborhood Action Plan Robert L. Tue, 03/11/2025 - 12:38 pm City of Tampa Seeking Community Input for Sulphur Springs Neighborhood Action Plan In an effort to help identify and...

VIDEO: Man faces felony charge after striking police horse in Ybor City

ABC Action News 3/11 6:33A Amanda Boettcher

A man was arrested after he hit a Tampa Police officer's horse in Ybor City. Body worn camera video shows the TPD police officer on a horse attempting to clear crowds from the area when the horse was hit. The officer chased after the suspect,...

Republicans marching ahead with government funding bill despite Democratic opposition

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 6:17A Associated Press

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is teeing up the bill for a vote as soon as Tuesday.

Solar industry added 21% more capacity in 2024, report says

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 6:10A Susan Carpenter

Texas, California and Florida added the most new solar capacity.

Man arrested after wife found dead from meth overdose: CCSO

ABC Action News 3/11 6:04A Amanda Boettcher

The Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said they arrested a man for murder after his wife was found dead from a drug overdose. CCSO said they arrested Dean Nelson, 52, of Crystal River, for the death of his wife, Christine Nelson, 47. Deputies...

'It's win or go home" as USF opens AAC Tournament on Thursday

ABC Action News 3/11 4:54A Kyle Burger

The South Florida mens basketball team (13-18, 6-12) goes into the American Athletic Conference tournament having lost four games in a row. The Bulls know what they must do: win four games in four days to win the conference championship and clinch...

Breeze Airways announces flights from Tampa to Key West

ABC Action News 3/11 4:17A Rebekah Nelson

Traveling to Key West just got a lot easier for Tampa fliers. Breeze Airways announced new one-way flights to and from the vacation destination starting June 12, 2025. Fares are as low as $39, with nonstop flights operating four times a week on...

Florida lawmakers move to change the state's minimum wage

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 1:33A Jason Lanning

Florida lawmakers have advanced a bill that would rethink the state’s minimum wage and allow some Floridians to waive the rate all together.

News to Know for March 11

ABC Action News 3/11 12:46A Rebekah Nelson

Good morning from the ABC Action News team. After yesterday's chaos, our weather is expected to behave today. If you want to take advantage and get outside, consider a trip to one of the many beautiful springs the Sunshine State has to offer. It...

Pope gets good news from doctors: An upgraded prognosis that he's no longer in immediate danger

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 3/11 12:34A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

Doctors are still cautious and have decided to keep him hospitalized for several more days to receive treatment.

Wimauma Elementary School students get a lion-sized field trip from community leaders

ABC Action News 3/10 11:44P Sean Daly

Fifth-graders at Wimauma Elementary School just can't wait to be at the Straz Center seeing "The Lion King" musical. Community leaders are giving the special field trip on April 3 as a gift so that all kids can enjoy the arts. "For some of our...