St. Pete businesses prepare for 53rd Annual Sunrise Sale

ABC Action News 7/15 11:49A Robert Boyd

Temperatures may be red-hot this time of year in Tampa Bay, but if you ask most business owners in downtown St. Pete, theyll tell you sales are ice-cold. So a couple of stores got together and created a Sunrise Sale to drum up business. That was...

Nurse practitioner offers produce safety tips during Cyclosporiasis outbreak

ABC Action News 7/15 10:47A Lauren St. Germain

Right now, it is unclear which official source or sources are responsible for the current Cyclosporiasis outbreak. Its a parasitic infection with cases all over the country, including here in Florida. In the past, outbreaks have been linked to...

Pinellas schools pause new athletic contracts with St. Petersburg Catholic

ABC Action News 7/15 10:35A Jack Walsh

Pinellas County Schools has temporarily stopped public high schools from scheduling new athletic competitions against St. Petersburg Catholic High School, Pinellas County district officials confirmed Wednesday. The directive came from district...

ZooTampa celebrates America’s 250th birthday with month-long celebration

ABC Action News 7/15 10:18A Denis Phillips

Red, White, and Zoo runs all July at ZooTampa at Lowry Park. The event features themed animal enrichment activities, festive food, drinks, and merchandise. Watch a live porcupine on DPL ZooTampa celebrates Americas 250th birthday with month-long...

19 plead guilty in Florida bank fraud scheme tied to gang investigation: DOJ

ABC Action News 7/15 9:37A Jack Walsh

19 people have pleaded guilty to taking part in a large-scale bank fraud operation in Polk County, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Officials said the operation stretched across Florida and targeted hundreds of victims. According to...

Local powerlifter finds strength and inclusion through sports

ABC Action News 7/15 9:30A Kevin Lewis

This summer, more than 3,000 athletes competed at the Special Olympics national competition in Minnesota, celebrating the power of sports and inclusion. One local Special Olympian competes year-round in multiple sports, but he's true to his first...

Advent Health Tampa blood drive aims to combat shortage affecting Tampa Bay patients

ABC Action News 7/15 8:59A Jada Williams

The American Red Cross reports that blood donations dropped 25% in June, and the trend continues. Here in Florida, the American Red Cross doesn't collect blood. However, OneBlood does. In Tampa, the shortage does exist. Advent Health Tampa's...

Court hearing for woman accused of putting newborn baby in trash can at University of Tampa

ABC Action News 7/15 8:39A Amanda Boettcher

A former University of Tampa student accused of killing her newborn baby in her dorm room and placing the child in a trash can was in court Wednesday. Brianna Moore, 21, had a bond hearing in Hillsborough County on July 15. The State Attorney's...

Tampa Bay Lightning to host youth training camps

ABC Action News 7/15 8:01A Leilyn Torres

The Tampa Bay Lightning will host multiple youth training camps in 2026 for players of all skill levels to practice ice hockey. Goalies Only Summer Camp When: Aug. 3 - Aug. 5 Where: Power Pole Arena Price: $550 Click here to register Thanksgiving...

Dunedin Blue Jays debut 'rain delay jersey' featuring Tampa Bay weather radar this weekend

ABC Action News 7/15 7:01A Kyle Burger

The Dunedin Blue Jays are turning last season's weather woes into a fashion statement with a new "rain delay jersey" they will debut on July 18. The Single-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays faced 24 weather delays, six postponements, and 10...

Tampa Bay 28 Listens booth will be in St. Petersburg on July 20 and wants to hear from you

ABC Action News 7/15 6:31A Casey Albritton

Tampa Bay 28 St. Petersburg and South Pinellas reporter Casey Albritton will be at the Speer YMCA on July 20, listening to you and the stories you think need to be covered in the area. Casey will be joined by Tampa Bay 28 anchor Wendy Ryan. Tampa...

Area of low pressure at 20% chance of development: What this means for your weekend

ABC Action News 7/15 6:21A Denis Phillips

The National Hurricane Center reported a small blob with a slight chance of formation that is expected to bring some rain this upcoming weekend. Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips shared his thoughts on the disturbance: 1. NHC is now showing the...

RFK Jr. to visit Tampa General Hospital

ABC Action News 7/15 5:01A WFTS Digital Staff

The U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is coming to Tampa. Tampa General Hospital (TGH) will host RFK Jr. on Thursday, July 16. The secretary will be joined by TGH President and CEO John Couris, USDA Secretary Brooke...

Lightning announce 2026-27 season home opener

ABC Action News 7/15 4:50A Leilyn Torres

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced the date and opponent for the 2026-2027 season home opener. The Bolts will play the Washington Capitals on Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. at Benchmark International Arena. In a "Mean Girls" inspired post on X, the Bolts posted...

New Affordable Units in East Tampa to Serve Those at Risk of Homelessness

TAMPA.GOV News 7/15 2:28A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

New Affordable Units in East Tampa to Serve Those at Risk of Homelessness Tony D. Wed, 07/15/2026 - 08:28 am Mercy Oaks II was built on the site of a former strip mall in Tampa. A photo of the kitchen...