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Deputies shoot man carrying loaded assault rifle near busy Florida intersection

17 hours ago | kesq.com | Rebekah Nelson |Mary O'Connell

By Rebekah Nelson, Mary O'ConnellClick here for updates on this story BRANDON, Florida ( WFTS) - A suspect is dead after deputies said he was walking around near a busy Brandon intersection with a fully loaded assault rifle and did not comply with commands to drop the gun.
Big Cat Rescue of 'Tiger King' fame goes up for sale

Jan 14, 2025 | ktvz.com | Rebekah Nelson

Published January 14, 2025 8:05 am By Rebekah NelsonClick here for updates on this story TAMPA, Florida (WFTS) — A Tampa animal sanctuary featured in a major Netflix documentary is now up for sale. Big Cat Rescue, which was featured in the 2020 hit “Tiger King,” finalized the sale of 56 of its 67 acres on Dec. 24, 2024. According to Howard Baskin, husband of Carole Baskin, the site is being planned for townhome construction.
Sweater alert: Cold front to arrive in Tampa Bay this week

Nov 18, 2024 | abcactionnews.com | Rebekah Nelson

Pull out your sweaters, Tampa Bay—it's time for a cold front. Starting Wednesday, ABC Action News meteorologist Greg Dee said we'll see highs in the 60s and 70s and a few showers. Thursday through Sunday, highs will then struggle to get out of the 60s (so be prepared to bundle up). A chilly weekend is also on the horizon, with potential temperatures for Saturday morning currently in the mid-to-high 40s. Tampa last saw a forecast this low on Feb. 26, or 266 days ago.
13-year-old in stable condition after self-inflicted gunshot wound on school bus

Nov 5, 2024 | abcactionnews.com | Rebekah Nelson

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A student was hospitalized after she shot herself on a middle school bus in Pinellas County on Tuesday. The St. Petersburg Police Department said officers are investigating at 49th Street North and 18th Avenue, where twenty students were on the bus being taken to Tyrone Middle School when the incident occurred. Officers said the 13-year-old girl was the only one in possession of the gun, and no other students were involved or hurt.
Firefighters rescue mother and daughter after Florida home goes up in flames

Sep 11, 2024 | ktvz.com | Rebekah Nelson

Published September 11, 2024 11:09 AM By Rebekah NelsonClick here for updates on this story ST. PETERSBURG, Florida (WFTS) — Firefighters rescued a mother and her teenage daughter after a St. Petersburg home went up in flames early Wednesday morning. St. Petersburg Fire Rescue said crews responded to the two-story home on Bayside Drive South around 12:30 a.m. When they arrived, they found flames engulfing the entire structure and spreading rapidly, threatening homes nearby.
ABC Action News crew on board flight involved in runway incident in Atlanta

Sep 11, 2024 | wtxl.com | Rebekah Nelson |Katie LaGrone

Some members of our ABC Action News crew were on board a Delta flight bound for Louisiana when the tail of another plane struck its wingtip. The incident involved an Airbus 350 and an Endeavor Bombardier CRJ900. Both were moving at Atlanta-Hartsfield International Airport when they collided. The Federal Aviation Administration said the collision happened at the intersection of two taxiways.
ON BOARD: Scripps News Tampa crew on board flight during Atlanta runway incident

Sep 10, 2024 | fox4now.com | Rebekah Nelson

Some members of our ABC Action News crew were on board a Delta flight bound for Louisiana when its wingtip struck the tail of another plane. The incident involved an Airbus 350 and an Endeavor Bombardier CRJ900. Both were moving at Atlanta-Hartsfield International Airport when they collided. The Federal Aviation Administration said the collision happened at the intersection of two taxiways.
Attorney arrested, accused of losing $1.7 million of client's trust at casino

Sep 6, 2024 | ktvz.com | Rebekah Nelson

Polk County SO/WFTS via CNN NewsourceA Polk County attorney was arrested after he was accused of depleting a client's trust at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino. New Published September 6, 2024 7:29 AM By Rebekah NelsonClick here for updates on this story POLK COUNTY, Florida (WFTS) — A Polk County attorney was arrested after he was accused of depleting a client’s trust at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino.
Things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend | August 23-25

Aug 21, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Rebekah Nelson

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (August 23-25), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area. Things to do this Friday (8/23) When: 7 p.m. Where: 12603 Corral Road, Tampa Cost: $25 Info: Head to Phantom History House to participate in a spooky scavenger hunt and hear ghost stories, accompanied by wine and desserts.
World of Beer files for bankruptcy

Aug 7, 2024 | abcactionnews.com | Rebekah Nelson

World of Beer, the Tampa-based chain that boasts a wide range of craft beer selections, has filed for bankruptcy. According to documents from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Middle District of Florida (Tampa), the company officially filed on Aug. 2. Started in 2007 by two friends, World of Beer eventually opened 34 locations, with 14 in Florida. Despite the filing, the company's website claims it will reopen its Jacksonville location this year, as well as open two new spots in Georgia and Maryland.