Admiral tells lawmakers there was no 'kill them all' order in attack that killed alleged drug boat...

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 8:16A Associated Press

Sen. Tom Cotton defended the attack, but a Democrat who also was briefed said was deeply concerned by video of the second strike.

Man accused of planting pipe bombs before Jan. 6 Capitol attack is charged with explosives offense

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 8:10A Associated Press

The suspect in custody has been identified as Brian Cole Jr., according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.

U.S. filings for jobless benefits fall to 191,000, lowest since September of 2022

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 6:52A Associated Press

Applications for unemployment aid are viewed as a proxy for layoffs.

Florida starts redistricting talks on Congressional map in 2026

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 4:45A Sasha Teman, Jason Delgado

Gov. DeSantis is reaffirming Florida’s goal to redraw its congressional maps.

Florida Holocaust Museum honors the past while planning for its future

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 4:10A Virginia Johnson

There are new artifacts and plans for new renovations at the Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg.

After 27 years in the military, a local veteran is now creating prosthetics

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 2:36A Saundra Weathers

Earl Brown said he didn't have to look far to figure out his next career move. His son's disability pushed him to study and create prosthetics.

Billionaire spacewalker Jared Isaacman back before the Senate seeking NASA’s top job

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/4 1:29A Associated Press

Jared Isaacman appeared before the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee in Washington eight months after his first nomination hearing.

News to Know for Dec. 4

ABC Action News 12/4 12:00A Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Thursday, and as we inch closer to the weekend, Tampa Bay is gearing up for a busy stretch of home games, holiday celebrations, and festive markets popping up across the area. If youre...

Tampa leaders plan Ybor City safety town hall

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 12/3 11:36P Spectrum News Staff

Tampa officials are again taking a close look at safety in Ybor City following a deadly car chase and crash last month that left four people dead.

Lightning back at home to host the Penguins

ABC Action News 12/3 11:23P Kevin Lewis

The Lightning had their seven-game winning streak snapped Tuesday night with a 2-1 loss against the New York Islanders. Tampa Bay outshot New York 30-23, but the Islanders' defensive approach flattened the Bolts' attack. The Lightning were 3 for 3...

Tarpon Springs police officers embrace mental health training to break stigma

ABC Action News 12/3 10:00A Jada Williams

The Tarpon Springs Police Department is taking a proactive approach to officer wellness by hosting specialized mental health training led by a trauma expert who was among the first responders to the Parkland school shooting. Richard Best,...

Repairs head indoors at Tropicana Field and ahead of schedule after Hurricane Milton damage

ABC Action News 12/3 9:53A Erik Waxler

Repairs to Tropicana Field are running ahead of schedule after a quiet hurricane season, and city officials say the stadium will be ready for the Tampa Bay Rays home opener on April 6. The dome suffered significant damage during Hurricane Milton,...

Manatee Clerk issues warning about new version of known jury duty scam

ABC Action News 12/3 9:45A Jack Walsh

A Manatee County resident is reporting a new version of a known jury duty scam, according to the Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. Scammers are now calling people, acting as law enforcement and claiming the resident ignored a jury...

MLK Parade Foundation Expands Scholarship Program for 2026

TAMPA.GOV News 12/3 8:43A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

MLK Parade Foundation Expands Scholarship Program for 2026 Tony D. Wed, 12/03/2025 - 03:43 pm The annual City of Tampa MLK Parade returns on January 19, 2026 MLK Parade Foundation Expands Scholarship...

Bucs WRs Mike Evans, Jalen McMillan return to practice

ABC Action News 12/3 8:19A Kyle Burger

Help is on the way as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-5) prepare for a final push for a fifth consecutive division title Tampa Bay officially opened the 21-day practice window on Wednesday for wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan. Evans broke...