Tampa Bay Rowdies launch new 'Electrostatic' third kit

ABC Action News 7/10 5:24A Leilyn Torres

The Tampa Bay Rowdies launched their new third kit for the 2025 season, and it's electric! The Rowdies' new "Electrostatic Kit" was created in collaboration with their exclusive apparel partner, CHARLY. The new uniform embodies energy, power, and...

New law now in effect that requires Florida school staff to be trained to use EpiPens

ABC Action News 7/10 3:58A Larissa Scott

As of July 1, a new law is now in effect to help students with severe allergies. These allergies face significant challenges in school settings. According to the Florida Department of Health, approximately 76,000 students in Florida have these...

Tampa Bay Rowdies excited for new head coach, new chapter

ABC Action News 7/10 3:43A Kevin Lewis

This week, the Rowdies named Dominic Casciato as their new head coach. He replaces assistant Steve Coleman, who was filling in on an interim bases after Robbie Neilson was let go in April. Casciato comes to Tampa Bay from Union Omaha, where he...

Pickle Mania: One man's mission to bring back the lost art of pickling

ABC Action News 7/10 12:58A Michael Paluska

One Ybor City native is taking his love of pickling on the road, turning his passion for saving money and food into a full-time job, and his classes are packed. For John Peter Barbie III, owner of Tip Top Canning Co ., buying expensive pickles at...

News to Know for July 10

ABC Action News 7/10 12:34A Rebekah Nelson

Good morning from the ABC Action News team. Don't forget to look up this evening, Tampa Bay. On Thursday, July's full moon will make an appearance, reaching peak illumination at 4:37 p.m. Known as the Buck Moon, the Old Farmer's Almanac says its...

Juicy's Famous Fair Food in Bradenton serves wild and tasty midway eats all year long

ABC Action News 7/9 11:52P Sean Daly

Craving a funnel cake or fried Oreo? How about a giant turkey leg or Twinkie burger? Normally, you'd have to wait until the Florida State Fair or the Strawberry Festival to get your fix of fried goodness. But not in Bradenton, where the new...

Susan Solves It: Siri Settlement Claims

ABC Action News 7/9 11:52P Susan El Khoury

Apple customers have until the end of the month to file claims for a $95 million settlement regarding allegations that the "Hey Siri" feature recorded private conversations without consent. ABC Action News Reporter Susan El Khoury gives tips on...

Foundation for a Healthy St. Pete hopes to bridge gaps to improve health equity

ABC Action News 7/9 9:47A Blake Phillips

Health equity has been a significant challenge in the southern parts of St. Petersburg for some time. Health equity includes healthcare and access to basic resources, like education and food. The Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg has been...

Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1464 - Notice of Negotiations

TAMPA.GOV Calendar 7/9 8:50A Karencia Ciagala (City Clerk)

Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1464 - Notice of Negotiations Karencia C. Wed, 07/09/2025 - 02:50 pm Event Status Scheduled When Tue, Jul 15 2025 , 1pm Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal The City of Tampa and the Amalgamated Transit Union,...

Rezoning denied for Pebble Creek Golf Course in New Tampa

ABC Action News 7/9 8:35A Amanda Boettcher

The future of New Tampa's shuttered Pebble Creek Golf Course remains uncertain following the appeals court's denial of the rezoning. The District Court of Appeals denied the rezoning of the golf course to build 251 homes on the property. Read...

Hillsborough County teacher arrested for showing sexually explicit content to students: HCSO

ABC Action News 7/9 7:38A Leilyn Torres

A high school teacher was arrested in Hillsborough County for allegedly showing sexual content to students. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said on April 9, deputies received an anonymous tip about 38-year-old Anthony Jenkins showing videos...

Tampa Police Arrest Two, Recover Stolen Gun, in Extensive Auto Burglary Investigation

TAMPA.GOV News 7/9 7:35A Eddy Durkin (Police Department)

Tampa Police Arrest Two, Recover Stolen Gun, in Extensive Auto Burglary Investigation Eddy D. Wed, 07/09/2025 - 01:35 pm TAMPA, FL. (July 9, 2025) - - Tampa Police have arrested two men in relation to a string of auto thefts and burglaries...

Bucs All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs to miss time after surgery on right knee

ABC Action News 7/9 5:44A WFTS Digital Staff

The NFL season has not even started, yet the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are already faced with a major setback. All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs is scheduled to miss some time following surgery on his right knee, according to the Bucs. The 26-year-old...

Contract to be terminated for the St. Pete, Rays deal for new ballpark

ABC Action News 7/9 5:26A Amanda Boettcher

The City of St. Petersburg's deal with the Tampa Bay Rays for a new ballpark will officially come to an end. The City Administration will present to the City Council an agreement to terminate the Hines Historic Gas Plant District Partnership,...

Victim airlifted after crash; Portion of US 41 in Hernando Co. reopened: HCFR

ABC Action News 7/9 3:04A Leilyn Torres

Hernando County Fire Rescue said one person has been airlifted to the hospital after a major vehicle crash Wednesday morning. HCFR said the crash happened on US 41 near Old Crystal River Road just after 7:30 a.m. When they arrived, crews found...