Pass-A-Grille residents say closed historic bait shop is impacting tourism

ABC Action News 6/19 12:20P Casey Albritton

People who live on Pass-A-Grille want a historic bait shop to reopen. The century-old shop was destroyed in Hurricane Helene. "It was kind of a hub, kind of a meeting spot," said Colleen Bouchard. The Merry Pier bait shop building opened in 1902...

Florida man accused of shooting stepson, striking deputy's vehicle: MCSO

ABC Action News 6/19 11:38A Amanda Boettcher

Manatee County Sheriffs Office (MCSO) said it has arrested a man accused of shooting at his stepson and striking a deputy's vehicle. MCSO said deputies responded to a report of a 37-year-old man shot by his stepfather in the 5300 block of 16th...

Statewide traveling art exhibit comes to Clearwater

ABC Action News 6/19 11:15A Robert Boyd

If you are looking for ways to beat the heat, there is a traveling art exhibit now on display in Clearwater thats free, air conditioned, and inspiring people across the state. Tampa Bay 28 introduced viewers to the exhibit, Sacred Pilgrimage:...

What to know about Universal's Volcano Bay Nights

Spectrum News | Bay News 9 6/19 9:16A Allison Walker

Things heat up after regular park hours end, creating a whole new vibe for families and couples.

In Tampa, a Juneteenth block party reminds a community that legacy is built every single day

ABC Action News 6/19 9:07A Jada Williams

The Tampa Police Department's Black History Committee hosted its 3rd annual Juneteenth Summer Block Party at the Fair Oaks Recreation Center, bringing East Tampa together to celebrate a holiday that has grown into a well-known American symbol of...

Vozinha, Cabo Verde continue to make history

ABC Action News 6/19 6:49A Kevin Lewis

Cabo Verde has become one of the biggest stories of the 2026 World Cup, and goalkeeper Vozinha is at the center of it. The "Blue Sharks" earned a point against Spain in their opening match, and Vozinha's performance went viral. But he's not...

Man sentenced to 60 years in prison after shooting and killing man doing hurricane cleanup work in...

ABC Action News 6/19 6:37A Amanda Boettcher

A man was sentenced to 60 years in Florida State Prison after being convicted of shooting and killing a man doing hurricane cleanup work in Tampa. The Hillsborough County State Attorneys Office said Derrick Smith was captured on video shooting...

New Bradenton apartment complex offers rents 17 percent below market rate for working families

ABC Action News 6/19 5:50A Michael Paluska

A new 182-unit apartment complex in Bradenton is taking a different approach to the affordable housing crisis, and for at least one mother, it is already changing her life. On June 5, The Nest at Robin's Apartments held its grand opening, drawing...

Local historians reflect on the importance of Juneteenth and preserving history

ABC Action News 6/19 5:32A Larissa Scott

At the Tampa Bay History Center, Curator of Black History, Fred Hearns, showed me around the Travails and Triumphs exhibit. He told me about the Black soldiers known as the Buffalo Soldiers. WATCH Local historians reflect on the importance of...

Morgan & Morgan files lawsuit against HCA Bayonet Point Hospital over sexual assault claims

ABC Action News 6/19 4:07A Kiley Vaughan

Morgan & Morgan said a lawsuit has been filed against HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital on behalf of a former patient who said she was sexually assaulted multiple times by a nurse while receiving care at the hospital. According to the law firm,...

PSTA plans to announce the purchase of two vessels for Tampa Bay Ferry service

ABC Action News 6/19 4:03A Leilyn Torres

The Pinellas County Transit Authority (PSTA) will announce the purchase of two vessels that will form the foundation of the region's new Tampa Bay Ferry service. On Monday, June 22, PSTA will announce new details about the purchase and share the...

VIDEO: 3 boaters rescued by Cooglers Island after canoe capsized after dark: HCSO

ABC Action News 6/19 3:44A Kiley Vaughan

The Hernando County Sheriffs Office (HCSO) said three people were rescued after their canoe capsized after dark near Cooglers Island. HCSO said its aviation unit responded to a report of three young boaters whose canoe had capsized after dark...

Toronto acquires Bolts defenseman Darren Raddysh in sign-and-trade

ABC Action News 6/19 2:21A Kiley Vaughan

Canadian sports commentator and writer Pierre LeBrun confirmed that the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning are finalizing a sign-and-trade involving Bolts defenseman Darren Raddysh. Confirming that Toronto and Tampa Bay are finalizing...

Palm Harbor Library embraces cool, quirky fun including a Jurassic Park in the children's area

ABC Action News 6/19 1:44A Sean Daly

Welcome to Jurassic Park...in the children's room at the Palm Harbor Library . Finish reading a book open a dinosaur egg for a reward. But look out for the velociraptors! "Successful libraries are a marriage of the old and the new," says Matthew...

Susan Solves It: Rising camp costs

ABC Action News 6/19 1:43A Susan El Khoury

A new report shows summer camp costs in some states can exceed $2,200 per week, with Florida averaging around $1,200, prompting families to seek ways to save. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises planning early to access discounted...