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Florida unlicensed contractor faces a bond normally reserved for murderers and violent criminals
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A man is held under a $150,000 bond for unlicensed contracting after he was arrested in a sting operation following hurricanes. The charges are misdemeanors but were enhanced for a state of emergency.
on Sun, 3AM
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After nearly 25 years, HCSO crack sexual battery cold case
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A sexual battery case from nearly a quarter century ago is believed to have been solved by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office after an arrest on Monday.
on Sat, 8PM
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78-year-old man arrested for attempting to kill his wife on Christmas: Police
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A man was arrested for attempting to kill his wife in Largo on Christmas Day, according to the Largo Police Department.
on Dec 27
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Tesla recalling almost 700,000 vehicles due to tire pressure monitoring system issue
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Tesla is recalling almost 700,000 vehicles because of an issue with the warning light on the tire pressure monitoring system.
on Dec 21
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Massive traffic crackdown on US-19 results in nearly 900 traffic stops
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The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said a multi-agency traffic and safety enforcement operation led to nearly 900 traffic stops.
on Dec 20
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Man accused of hate crime in deadly shooting of gay man at Tampa dog to stand trial next month
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A Florida man accused of a hate crime for killing a gay man is asking a judge to dismiss the charges, saying he acted in self-defense.
on Dec 16
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Baker Act used incorrectly on young veteran who went to Florida VA hospital for help
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A VA hospital in Florida is facing serious questions about how it applies the Baker Act to veterans seeking help.
on Dec 13
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USF equipment staff tasked with massive move for Hawaii Bowl trip
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The USF football team is packing plenty of bags for their trip to the Hawaii. Most of the heavy lifting is being done by the Bulls equipment staff. They're moving the entire operation 4,700 miles.
on Dec 13
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Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister withdraws as Trump's nominee to lead DEA
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Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister has withdrawn his nomination from President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Drug Enforcement Agency, the sheriff announced on social media Tuesday evening.
on Dec 4
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Ikea says Trump’s tariffs could push up prices
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IKEA's CEO said tariffs make it more difficult to keep its prices low, joining a growing chorus of business leaders warning of a potential hit to people’s wallets from Trump’s planned import levies.
on Nov 27
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Tampa woman says hackers took over her social media and bank accounts
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A Tampa woman said hackers took over her social media accounts and bank account after she received a notification to verify login information.
on Nov 22
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Guns smuggled from the US are blamed for a surge in killings on more Caribbean islands
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New York's attorney general and 13 others demanded new measures to stop the flow of guns, noting that 90% of weapons used in the Caribbean were bought in the U.S. and smuggled into the region.
on Nov 16
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DeSantis wraps five-day trade mission in Italy
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is out of the office this week. He and more than 80 state officials said “ciao” to Italy for five days during a trade mission.
on Nov 16
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Luna projected to win U.S. House of Representative District 13 seat, defeating Fox
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Luna projected to win U.S. House of Representative district 13, defeating Fox. Luna is known for supporting former President Trump.
on Nov 6
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The Southern Poverty Law Center is calling the Florida Department of Corrections' (FDC) efforts to collect more than half a million dollars from a prison inmate from Pasco County unconstitutional.
on Oct 31
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Fallout from Florida Latinos fierce following racist jokes during former president’s NYC rally
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Fiery fallout was heard on Monday from Florida Latinos after racist jokes and hate-filled rhetoric were said during a former President Donald Trump rally Sunday night in New York.
on Oct 29
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Tropicana Field roof ripped off by winds during Hurricane Milton
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Hurricane Milton's winds ripped off the roof of Tropicana Field. The storm made landfall around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday.
on Oct 10
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NHC: Hurricane and Storm Surge Warnings up for Florida ahead of Milton
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The National Hurricane Center is monitoring Hurricane Milton, which has formed in the Southwestern Gulf of Mexico.
on Oct 7
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Scientists grow mystery tree from 1,000-year-old seed
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In the 1980s, archaeologists unearthed a pristine seed in a cave in the Judean Desert. Decades later, Dr. Sarah Sallon formed a study team that planted it to see what would happen.
on Oct 7
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Closed sections of Gulf Boulevard reopening to drivers
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Closed sections of Gulf Boulevard are set to reopen at 6 p.m. Sunday (September 29). The sections set to reopen are in Madeira Beach and Indian Shores.
on Sep 29
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Food, water distribution sites opening after Hurricane Helene
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In a recovery effort after the devastating effects of Hurricane Helena, there are several different areas from Tampa to Manatee that are helping with food and water distribution today.
on Sep 28
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Drinking water being shut off for Pinellas barrier islands, area remains closed
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The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said the barrier islands in the county remain closed Friday. Sheriff's deputies will also patrol the islands from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. to look for looters.
on Sep 28
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Legendary conservationist Jane Goodall inspires Tampa Bay youth to make positive impact
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Hundreds of people, young and old, came to Tropicana Field Saturday eager to see and hear from world-renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall.
on Sep 17
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'Don't just rely on the flood maps': Nowhere in Florida is safe from floods
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Experts tell ABC Action News that people living in low-risk flood zones might have a false sense of security about flooding. That complacency can leave families in dire financial straits.
on Aug 23
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The City of Clearwater is beginning to look into what it would mean to ditch Duke Energy and launch a city-run utility. The city's 30-year agreement with Duke Energy expires in 2025.
on Aug 23
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Sarasota middle school student accidentally run over by mom at morning drop-off
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A 12-year-old girl was accidentally run over by her mother during the first day of school drop-off at Booker Middle School, Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Kenneth Watson said.
on Aug 13
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis slams Vice President Kamala Harris' VP selection
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Governor Ron DeSantis took time during his press conference on the state's response to Hurricane Debby to offer his thoughts on Vice President Kamala Harris's selection of his new running mate.
on Aug 7
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Pinellas County residents prep for Tropical Depression Four
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There was a steady line of cars at a St. Petersburg sandbag site Friday as residents prep for Tropical Depression Four.
on Aug 3
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Lindsey Stirling inspiring the next generation of violin players as she performs in Clearwater
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Lindsey Stirling is inspiring a new generation of violinists with her unique mix of classical violin with pop, rock, and dance music.
on Jul 31
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Man was showing roommate guns when he was accidentally shot: PCSO
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A man's death is being investigated after police said his roommate accidentally shot him Sunday evening.
on Jul 23
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Students at Clearwater Central Catholic HS help bring clean drinking water to villages in Tanzania
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Since 2018, the Clearwater-based non-profit organization Water 4 Mercy has helped bring sources of clean drinking water to 19 villages and more than 70,000 people across Tanzania.
on Jul 11
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Crews battled multiple house fires on the Fourth of July
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HCFR said seven homes caught on fire and two people suffered serious injuries as a result of the blaze.
on Jul 6
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Pinellas detention deputy resigns after being accused of watching child porn while working
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A Pinellas County detention deputy has resigned after he was accused of watching videos of child pornography while on duty.
on Jul 5
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Life for Black, transgender women in Florida
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ABC Action News reporter sat down with three Black, transgender women to talk about their experience living in Florida.
on Jul 2
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Felony murder rule: Life in prison for a crime someone else commits in Florida
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Under Florida’s “felony murder rule,” someone can be sentenced to life in prison even if they did not kill someone, even if they weren’t there and even if they didn’t know.
on Jun 25
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In-depth: Florida leads US with most exonerations from the death penalty
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When it comes to death penalty exonerations, Florida leads the nation. Now, people are debating whether or not the state should continue to put people to death.
on Jun 25
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Attorney: Rapper Foolio killed in Tampa shooting
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One person was killed, and three others were injured in a Tampa shooting Sunday morning, authorities said.
on Jun 24
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Summer is the perfect time to visit St. Kitts
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Summer is the perfect time to visit St. Kitts, the Caribbean destination that captivates with a blend of rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture.
on Jun 23
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BetterHelp had agreed to pay $7.8 million in refunds after settling on allegations that it shared personal customer data for advertising purposes.
on May 11
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More than 60 years after moving to the U.S., Florida man discovers he’s not here legally
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He spent his entire life living and working in America, but when it came time to collect his Social Security retirement benefits, a Florida man got a surprise when he was told he was not here legally.
on May 8
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St. Luke Early Childhood Center raises enough money to keep doors open after announcing closure
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St. Luke Early Childhood Center has been a pillar in the Palm Harbor community for nearly 40 years. So when it announced plans to close, it sent shock waves through the community.
on May 1
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Florida teacher pay drops to 50th in country, new data shows
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The average Florida teacher's salary has dropped to 50th in the country, according to a new report released by the National Education Association.
on May 1
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Growing concern that artificial intelligence could pose new cybersecurity threats
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As the capabilities of AI systems increase, so too do the risks of attacks on banks, infrastructure and elections, expects say.
on Apr 27
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Honeymoon Island has split into two islands
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There are a lot of places to explore inside Honeymoon Island State Park. But now it’s a little different. As we saw from Action Air One, Honeymoon Island is now sliced in two.
on Apr 20
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Several Tampa Bay groups to lead 'National Strike for Gaza'
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Several Tampa Bay groups will lead what they call a "National Strike for Gaza" in Tampa on Tax Day, according to one nonprofit.
on Apr 15
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Pay to stay: Florida inmates charged for prison cells long after incarceration
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It's a common saying: You do the crime, you do the time. But when people are released from prison, freedom is fragmented. It marks the start of new hardships, impacting families and communities.
on Apr 4
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What is Vermilion Education and why Florida school boards should care
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Questions about Florida school boards sneaking conservative Christian values into public schools arise after one board considers hiring a consultant with strong ties to a conservative college.
on Apr 4
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'Disbelief' after man fatally shoots friend in attempt to 'be funny'
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Anthony Sanchez told officers he didn't know the gun was loaded when he allegedly pointed it at his friends chest and pulled the trigger, killing him.
on Mar 29
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Pope Francis breaks tradition in annual ritual by washing the feet of women only
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For the first time ever, Pope Francis has washed the feet of women only during the special annual service.
on Mar 29
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FDA says marijuana has a legitimate medicinal purpose
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The FDA released a report saying that marijuana does have a legitimate use for medical purposes and recommended the drug’s classification change from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3.
on Mar 22