Man arrested on 100 counts of child pornography charges in Apollo Beach: HCSO

ABC Action News 6/18 7:25A Kiley Vaughan

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) said a man was arrested after an investigation discovered more than 100 files of child sexual abuse material on his electronic devices. Deputies said HCSO's Internet Predator Unit served a search...

Things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend | June 19-21

ABC Action News 6/18 6:46A Kiley Vaughan

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (June 19-21), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area. Looking for more fun? Click here. Things to do this Friday (6/19) Juneteenth 5K WHEN: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. WHERE: Lowry...

Rowdies' Oliveira embraces special World Cup bond

ABC Action News 6/18 6:22A Kevin Lewis

Rowdies midfielder Mattheus Oliveira grew up in the shadow of one of soccer's most iconic World Cup moments and he wouldn't have it any other way. Oliveira was born July 7, 1994, in Brazil, while his father, Jose Roberto Gama de Oliveira known...

The Federal Reserve votes to maintain interest rates, some members hint a hike could happen this...

ABC Action News 6/18 5:09A Larissa Scott

Kevin Warsh is the new chairman of the Federal Reserve. He led his first meeting as the new leader on Wednesday. WATCH The Federal Reserve votes to maintain interest rates for now The Federal Reserve votes to maintain interest rates for now This...

Navy veteran rebuilds honey bee business after Hurricane Helene wipes out hives

ABC Action News 6/18 3:51A Michael Paluska

A Navy veteran who built a honey bee business from the ground up during the pandemic is rebuilding after Hurricane Helene destroyed his hives, his cars, his savings and nearly left the family homeless. Drew Reinhart, owner of Dz Bz Honey, kept...

Summerween Ghost Tour is a family-friendly trip to St. Pete's most haunted locations

ABC Action News 6/18 1:28A Sean Daly

Dr. Brandy Stark is easy to spot. She's the one driving a long white hearse with a coffin in the back and a collection of haunted dolls along for the ride. "Several of the dolls have if you will an energy. And we're trying to find out who they...

Susan Solves It: Vacation rental scams

ABC Action News 6/18 1:27A Susan El Khoury

Travel experts warn that fake vacation rentals, often enhanced by AI, are costing travelers thousands and may not be discovered until arrival, when no lodging is available. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises reading reviews carefully,...

News to Know for June 18

ABC Action News 6/18 12:55A Kiley Vaughan

Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team. Today is Thursday, and if you've even briefly stepped outside this morning, you know today's going to be a hot one. Meteorologist Greg Dee says heat advisories are already in place from 11 a.m. to 7...

Man arrested after holding woman, kids at knifepoint, pushing her out window: LPD

ABC Action News 6/17 10:52P Brian McBride

A man in Largo was charged with attempted murder on Tuesday after attacking a woman and children with a knife and throwing her out of a two-story window, authorities said. The Largo Police Department (LPD) arrested 29-year-old Anthony Bell, who...

Official 'America 250' cigar hand-rolled in Ybor City's historic J.C. Newman Cigar Co.

ABC Action News 6/17 11:40A Sean Daly

When it came time for the U.S. Government to honor a domestic cigar with the official "America 250" label a cigar that would officially mark the nation's 250th birthday Uncle Sam cast his gaze on Ybor City. J.C. Newman Cigar Co. 131 years of...

Bucs wrap minicamp early, embrace 'new energy'

ABC Action News 6/17 10:54A Kevin Lewis

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut minicamp short, as the team continues to adjust to a number of changes made by the front office. Head coach Todd Bowles canceled Thursday's workout. He said the team accomplished what it needed to at this point, and...

USAA returning $500 million to members, but some Florida veterans remain frustrated by high...

ABC Action News 6/17 10:50A Nadeen Yanes

Patricia Koritta served her country. Now she's waiting to see if USAA will serve her back. VETERANS FRUSTRATED WITH HIGH PREMIUMS Koritta was the only woman working in communications in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. She later served as...

Jeep loses control, crashes through fence, stops just short of pool: CPD

ABC Action News 6/17 10:37A Jack Walsh

A Jeep lost control, crashed through a fence, and stopped just short of falling into a pool on Tuesday evening, according to the Clearwater Police Department (CPD). The incident happened in the 400 block of Coronado Avenue. No injuries were reported

Line a mile long at summer free food distribution center

ABC Action News 6/17 10:33A Keely McCormick

A line stretching nearly a mile long wrapped around the South County Career Center in Ruskin this week, as families waited hours for free food boxes aimed at helping students through the summer months. The turnout shows the growing need for...

Tampa Xtreme 12U baseball team gets trip to Cooperstown paid for by Jelly Roll

ABC Action News 6/17 10:17A Kyle Burger

A Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter is making a youth baseball team's dreams come true. Jelly Roll has promised to cover all expenses for the Tampa Xtreme 12U baseball team's trip to Cooperstown, New York, one of the most celebrated...