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Autopsy planned for Houston's body
The 48-year-old singer died Saturday on the eve of the Grammy Awards.
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Locals react to Whitney Houston's death
Saturday, Beverly Hills police confirmed 48 year old superstar Whitney Houston died around 4:00 p.m. at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
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St. Pete hosts Rock 'n' Roll Marathon
More than 8,000 runners are expected to take part in this unique running event which combines entertainment and fitness.
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FORECAST: Chilly to start... and finish
After a chilly start with temperatures in the low 30s in most areas, our high temperatures only reach the mid 50s this afternoon.
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Easy to make Valentine's Day recipe
How about making your sweetie a simple, but delicious treat to celebrate Valentine's Day?
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Neighbors react after tragic murders
Saturday morning Thomas Moak Jr. appeared agitated as a judge and lawyers met during his first appearance. Neighbors said he moved in with his family after losing his job. "A lot of people are struggling, but life is worth living and I don't …
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Romney narrowly wins Maine delegates
Maine Republican Party Chairman Charlie Webster says Mitt Romney has won the Maine caucuses by a slim margin, giving him a much needed boost following losses in three other contests in the past
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Dolly, a female English bulldog from Florida English Bulldog Rescue was taken in from a …
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Shelters across the viewing area are preparing to open their doors this weekend as night …
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Obama adjusts birth control policy
Under fierce election-year fire, President Barack Obama on Friday abruptly abandoned his …
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New Florida State Fair attractions
The Florida State Fair runs from February 9 to 20 this year at the state fairgrounds off …
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Kelly Clarkson, Radiohead shows in Feb.
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- Autopsy planned for Houston's body
- Easy to make Valentine's Day recipe
- St. Pete hosts Rock 'n' Roll Marathon
- Locals react to Whitney Houston's death
- Neighbors react after tragic murders
- Cold weather shelters open
- Families mourn victims of gun violence
- Romney narrowly wins Maine delegates
- Pop Star Whitney Houston dead at 48
- Man, 44, holed up in Tampa garage
- Man accused of killing 3 family members
- Pinellas cities host food truck rallies
- Bucs legend hosts Celebrity Waiter Night
- New Florida State Fair attractions
- Former basketball player charged in bust
- Organizers want to rehab current Pier
- Workers say pay was under minimum wage
- Funeral set for family killed in crash
- Gandy Bridge still a big draw for racers
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Former basketball player charged in bust
Pasco deputies recover guns and drugs in a raid on several homes and a tattoo parlor. …
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Humberto Delgado Jr. sentenced to death
Humberto Delgado Jr., who shot and killed Tampa Police Corporal Mike Roberts in 2009, was…
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Ali among hundreds honoring Dundee
Boxing trainer Angelo Dundee was remembered Friday as a master motivator and a man who …
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Families mourn victims of gun violence
Stop the Violence Task Force hosted a memorial candlelight vigil to honor and remember …
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Pop Star Whitney Houston dead at 48
Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal …
- Youngest ever, 13, attends Polk College
- Boards helping Floridians find work
- Obama adjusts birth control policy
- Explosion at horse center kills worker
- First lady talks nutrition in Florida
- Boy, 14, shoots self in face at school
- Ali among hundreds honoring Dundee
- Hundreds ask Vt. to keep prank pig
- Nancy Pelosi takes on Stephen Colbert
- For Valentine's, don't forget the heart
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- Romney looks to stop Santorum's momentum
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Seventh annual 'Be More' awards
ABC Action News is proud to be partnering with WEDU to celebrate and honor the everyday heroes making a difference in our community. Today the 7th annual "Be More" awards took place at the Al La Carte Pavillion in Tampa.
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REPORT: Best cities to get lucky in love
If you’ve been unlucky in love, the problem may have less to do with you and more to do with the city you're living in!
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Fried food frenzy at Florida's fair
There’s always great music, rides and games at the Florida State Fair. But the true show stoppers are the mouth watering and odd ball foods that ascend to new heights of fatty-fried splendor.
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New iPad? Download our app!
If you got a new iPad over the holidays, ABC Action News has released a new and improved iPad app.
Science and Technology
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Japan's older generation turns gamers
The arcade industry, while still dominated by younger players, is shifting to an unexpected population reality in the rapidly aging nation of Japan.
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PREVIEW: Twisted Metal for PS3
A PlayStation classic is getting a brand new look in the upcoming PS3 title Twisted Metal. I've played through the demo for the highly anticipated game and can safely say that the hype is justified.
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Soulo converts iPad into karaoke machine
The kit gives you instant karaoke in the privacy of your own home, or wherever you carry your Apple gadgets.
Water Cooler
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Hundreds ask Vt. to keep prank pig
Remember the pig hidden within the decal on the doors of some Vermont State Police cruisers? There's now a movement under way to keep it there.
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Dieting commercial tactics exposed?
A new video is gaining popularity on YouTube that shows the transformation from a before photo of weight loss to the after photos in less than five hours without the help of a diet regimen, exercise program or supplements.
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Sewage plant offers Valentine's Day tour
It may not smell like a rose but a New York City sewage plant is offering tours for lovers on Valentine's Day.
I-Team
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Workers say pay was under minimum wage
Former employees accuse a bay area businessman of using deceptive practices when it came to their pay. Workers' claims caught the attention of the Department of Labor.
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Behind the Kitchen Door: Perfect scores
Which Tampa Bay area restaurants were found to have zero violations during a recent health inspection?
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Dirty Dining: China First Buffet
China First Buffet was shut down in January after an inspector found roaches in the kitchen and rice and shrimp salad exposed to vermin. It wasn't the first time the state closed the place because of roach activity.
Photo Galleries
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Mug shots of people who made the news on abcactionnews.com.
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See who 30 celebrities picked to take home the trophy Super Bowl weekend.
Consumer
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Guide to Starbucks' secret menu
Have you ever felt intimidated by the person ordering a five-ingredient drink in front of you at Starbucks? Now you'll be able to speak their language.
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Consumer Reports: Best chocolate
Consumer Reports evaluated more than 30 boxes of gift chocolates.
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Protect yourself from Facebook Timeline
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Best help for do-it-yourself taxes
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Say goodbye to Walmart store greeters
Health
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For Valentine's, don't forget the heart
The interplay of companionships and heart attacks might seem a stark contrast to the February obsession with Valentine's Day love, hearts and flowers. But February is also American Heart Month.
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Teen pregnancy rates hit 40 year low
Fewer teens are getting pregnant now, than at any point in the last 40 years, says a new report.
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Dieting commercial tactics exposed?
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Chemo possible for pregnant women
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For motivation, reachable exercise goals
Lifestyle
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Rescues in Action: Zoey
Zoey is a female, brindle boxer mix from Second Chance Boxer Rescue that needs to find a permanent home.
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Rescues in Action: Dolly
Dolly, a female English bulldog from Florida English Bulldog Rescue was taken in from a high kill shelter in Miami and now she needs a forever home.
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Mom gives birth early for dying husband
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Embracing media influence on children
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REPORT: Best cities to get lucky in love
Entertainment
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Autopsy planned for Houston's body
The 48-year-old singer died Saturday on the eve of the Grammy Awards.
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Kelly Clarkson, Radiohead shows in Feb.
Still desperately in need of a Valentine's Day gift? Try the gift of song...
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Pop Star Whitney Houston dead at 48
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PREVIEW: Twisted Metal for PS3
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Soulo converts iPad into karaoke machine
