Buccaneers could focus on bolstering their defense through the draft

ABC Action News 4/20 11:59A Associated Press

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers addressed some needs in free agency without making a big splash, signing several veteran players. Now they have to add young talent to build around. The Bucs are aiming for an impact player with the 15th overall pick in...

North Greenwood Residents Voice Concerns Over the Sale of the Armory

ABC Action News 4/20 11:12A Robert Boyd

Dozens of residents living in the North Greenwood neighborhood of Clearwater voiced their concerns before the city council on Monday regarding future developments of the old Armory. Im here today because Im sad and disappointed that the city...

Lightning's postseason struggles on home ice continue with game 1 loss to Montreal

ABC Action News 4/20 11:02A Kyle Burger

New year, same story for the Tampa Bay Lightning. For whatever reason, the Bolts have struggled on home ice during the postseason. With Mondays game 1 loss to Montreal, the Bolts have now lost 10 of their last 11 home playoff games, and 12 of...

Red Flag Warning issued for Tuesday as fire danger rises across Tampa Bay

ABC Action News 4/20 10:50A Chad Mills

Fire officials across the Tampa Bay area are urging people to be extra careful as wildfire danger increases. A Red Flag Warning goes into effect Tuesday for much of the region, including Polk, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee,...

City of Tampa to Launch Microgrant Program for Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs

TAMPA.GOV News 4/20 10:31A Robert Lockridge (Technology & I

City of Tampa to Launch Microgrant Program for Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs Robert L. Mon, 04/20/2026 - 04:31 pm Woman in a clothing store holding a "Support Small Businesses" sign. Business...

Plan Ahead: High Traffic Expected for Varsity Spirit at Tampa Convention Center

TAMPA.GOV News 4/20 10:11A Kirstin Albert (Convention Cente

Plan Ahead: High Traffic Expected for Varsity Spirit at Tampa Convention Center Kirstin A. Mon, 04/20/2026 - 04:11 pm Alt text: Tampa Convention Center logo, cheerleaders doing stunt on stage, traffic...

Crash with injuries blocks lanes on I-275 in Lutz: FHP

ABC Action News 4/20 10:07A Frances Lin

A vehicle crash with injuries blocked lanes on the northbound I-275 near mile marker 59 in Lutz on Monday afternoon. According to traffic reports, the crash caused a roadblock, with emergency crews responding to the scene. Drivers are advised to...

Weekend Traffic Advisory: April 24 - 26

TAMPA.GOV News 4/20 9:30A Tony Delavan (Technology & Innov

Weekend Traffic Advisory: April 24 - 26 Tony D. Mon, 04/20/2026 - 03:30 pm Weekend Traffic Advisory: April 24 - 26 Weekend Traffic Advisory: April 24 - 26 This weekend is going to be K-poppin’, so...

New restriction on SNAP and what can be purchased with EBT benefits for Floridians

ABC Action News 4/20 9:27A Keely McCormick

Starting April 20th, SNAP recipients in Florida will see new restrictions at grocery store checkout counters that affect what can be purchased with EBT benefits. While the amount of SNAP assistance is not changing, several common grocery items are...

Industrial maintenance careers offer new opportunities for Pasco County job seekers

ABC Action News 4/20 8:08A Erik Waxler

As demand grows for skilled workers in manufacturing and technical trades, a new pathway is opening for job seekers. It's one that many didnt even know existed. In Pasco County, AmSkills is training people for careers in industrial maintenance, a...

VIDEO: FHP searching for driver involved in fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Manatee County

ABC Action News 4/20 7:31A Kiley Vaughan

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said they are looking to identify a driver involved in a fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Manatee County on Monday morning. FHP said three vehicles were traveling southbound on I-75, south of the SR-64...

TRAFFIC ALERT: Fuel spill prompts multiple lanes of I-4 eastbound in Lakeland to be closed into...

ABC Action News 4/20 6:02A Amanda Boettcher

Multiple lanes of I-4 in Lakeland are expected to be closed through Monday evening's rush hour after a fuel spill. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) said two eastbound lanes are closed on I-4 Eastbound at Exit 38 in Lakeland due to...

Beyond the Booth: Tampa Convention Center’s Executive Director Talks Authentic Experiences

TAMPA.GOV News 4/20 5:53A Kirstin Albert (Convention Cente

Beyond the Booth: Tampa Convention Center’s Executive Director Talks Authentic Experiences Kirstin A. Mon, 04/20/2026 - 11:53 am Crowded nighttime waterfront gathering with string lights overhead. The...

Tampa Bay Lightning Community Heroes: MacDill Air Force Base families

ABC Action News 4/20 5:36A Deiah Riley

At every home game, the Tampa Bay Lightning honors a local person or nonprofit making an impact in our community. The Lightning are continuing to honor community heroes during the playoffs. During the game on April 19, the Lightning honored our...

Suspect wanted after armed robbery, shooting at Manatee County arcade: MCSO

ABC Action News 4/20 5:07A WFTS Digital Staff

Manatee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) is searching for a suspect wanted in armed robbery that turned into a shooting at a Mega Arcade early Monday morning. Detectives said the incident happened shortly before 6 a.m. on April 20, when an unknown...