http://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local/default.aspx Local News from Around Tampa Bay en-us Copyright 2010 The E.W. Scripps Co. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:00:01 GMT Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:11:50 GMT News http://abcactionnews.com/sites/wfts/images/rss-logo.jpg http://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local/default.aspx 144 76 15 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pasco/story/UPDATE-Standoff-with-bank-robbery-suspect-over/Avy1ntIKCUG6TZComF_Tqw.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pasco/story/UPDATE-Standoff-with-bank-robbery-suspect-over/Avy1ntIKCUG6TZComF_Tqw.cspx?rss=794 An hours-long standoff between Pasco Sheriff's deputies and an armed bank robbery suspect is over. WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:16:28 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pinellas/south/story/Bay-area-Marine-killed-in-Afghanistan/3eGJ5oaETk2yiIF14l0mBQ.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pinellas/south/story/Bay-area-Marine-killed-in-Afghanistan/3eGJ5oaETk2yiIF14l0mBQ.cspx?rss=794 The Defense Department confirms Corporal Jonathan Porto was killed in action on March 14 while serving in Afghanistan. WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:34:39 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Honda-to-recall-410-000-vehicles-for-brake-problem/KhimOmj6HEOmGiyIl-KQnQ.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Honda-to-recall-410-000-vehicles-for-brake-problem/KhimOmj6HEOmGiyIl-KQnQ.cspx?rss=794 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported three crashes due to the problem with minor injuries and no deaths. WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:11:05 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Tiger-Woods-returning-to-golf-at-Masters/DhTQWwaxUkOFFBHz9RQqaQ.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Tiger-Woods-returning-to-golf-at-Masters/DhTQWwaxUkOFFBHz9RQqaQ.cspx?rss=794 The pro-golfer has taken a public relations beating after a crash near his Florida home last November which was followed by news of numerous extra-marital affairs. WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:16:52 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/financialsurvival/tampabaystories/story/Prescription-glasses-for-under-25-Web-Site-helps/vY7IXOegtkCfm07giIBqHg.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/financialsurvival/tampabaystories/story/Prescription-glasses-for-under-25-Web-Site-helps/vY7IXOegtkCfm07giIBqHg.cspx?rss=794 How about a pair of eyeglasses for as little as $7.95 including the single vision lenses? WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:45:35 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/2010-Census-Can-you-leave-some-questions-blank/cU2y2pjIcEiVPsROoytVJA.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/2010-Census-Can-you-leave-some-questions-blank/cU2y2pjIcEiVPsROoytVJA.cspx?rss=794 Census forms are on the way. But before you pick up your pen, it's essential to know what information you need to give, and if there is anything you don't... WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:19:34 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/sports/sportstalk/story/Where-do-you-fit-in-the-NCAA-Bracket-personality/hEWTTMOiwkCiua8svfyyYg.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/sports/sportstalk/story/Where-do-you-fit-in-the-NCAA-Bracket-personality/hEWTTMOiwkCiua8svfyyYg.cspx?rss=794 If you've ever filled out a March Madness bracket before, you know just how intense the competition can get. But where do you fit in the bracket personality list? WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:04:21 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pasco/story/Three-alarm-Pasco-fire-causes-millions-in-damage/gV56CDBNv0a2TSaeoP2U7g.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/pasco/story/Three-alarm-Pasco-fire-causes-millions-in-damage/gV56CDBNv0a2TSaeoP2U7g.cspx?rss=794 Explosions could be heard after fire broke out at the Harberson RV warehouse in Holiday late Monday night. WFTS Slideshow Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:53:04 GMT Three-alarm Pasco fire causes millions in damage http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=22069@wfts.dayport.com http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Bachelor-fan-Take-our-quiz/2lDYsnyzcUW7WlyrmgVzbw.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/story/Bachelor-fan-Take-our-quiz/2lDYsnyzcUW7WlyrmgVzbw.cspx?rss=794 Think you know all about The Bachelor? Test your 'Rose IQ.' WFTS Slideshow Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:15:00 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/hillsborough/story/Woman-hit-killed-by-train-in-Dover/K1udWwcX7Uqg1lIoHVx3dw.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/local/hillsborough/story/Woman-hit-killed-by-train-in-Dover/K1udWwcX7Uqg1lIoHVx3dw.cspx?rss=794 A woman who was walking with the victim tried to save her friend, but was too late. WFTS Slideshow Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:10:11 GMT Woman hit, killed by train in Dover http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=22046@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Whos-really-getting-your-donations/KT1bySlhYESB1-sUgP4IpQ.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Whos-really-getting-your-donations/KT1bySlhYESB1-sUgP4IpQ.cspx?rss=794 Questions are being raised about a telemarketing firm hired to raise money for area firefighting organizations. Special Reports Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:23:00 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/UPDATE-Fired-deputy-ordered-to-respond/em6UemMEfUG4fHOcbrDbBA.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/UPDATE-Fired-deputy-ordered-to-respond/em6UemMEfUG4fHOcbrDbBA.cspx?rss=794 A fired Hillsborough County Deputy is being ordered to respond to the county's efforts to evict him from his rent free home. Special Reports Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:38:04 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/UPDATE-Investigation-of-condo-management-company/ckFH6TjyXUWOWqdDHJu4lQ.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/UPDATE-Investigation-of-condo-management-company/ckFH6TjyXUWOWqdDHJu4lQ.cspx?rss=794 An ABC Action News Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a local couple accused of stealing rent money from condo owners. Special Reports Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:31:00 GMT UPDATE: Investigation of condo management company leads to arrests http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=21240@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Does-your-childs-daycare-stack-up/9Zml9dunJUy3Pk2Uijq1dA.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Does-your-childs-daycare-stack-up/9Zml9dunJUy3Pk2Uijq1dA.cspx?rss=794 An ABC Action News investigation looked at violation histories at Tampa Bay area daycare centers. Special Reports Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:15:22 GMT INVESTIGATION: Does your child's daycare stack up? http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=21178@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/specialreports/dirty-dining/story/Dirty-Dining-El-Mezcalito-Mexican-Restaurant/VtsPnrxu0UmmnlNe1bF8Iw.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/specialreports/dirty-dining/story/Dirty-Dining-El-Mezcalito-Mexican-Restaurant/VtsPnrxu0UmmnlNe1bF8Iw.cspx?rss=794 This local Mexican restaurant has stacked up 51 critical violations over the last year, including live roaches and rodent droppings in the kitchen, food at improper temperatures, and food stored... Special Reports Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:45:00 GMT Dirty Dining: El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=20323@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Loan-modification-program-leaves/2LwNlaqgXEyFZ3DNMUmpPg.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Loan-modification-program-leaves/2LwNlaqgXEyFZ3DNMUmpPg.cspx?rss=794 Homeowners facing foreclosure should be aware of empty promises offered by some loan modification companies. Special Reports Mon, 14 Dec 2009 02:09:00 GMT INVESTIGATION: Loan modification program leaves family with nothing http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=19737@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/segments/specialreports/story/Are-bay-area-bars-ripping-you-off/mx_3ncvfd0Wzgqf3Potq-w.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/segments/specialreports/story/Are-bay-area-bars-ripping-you-off/mx_3ncvfd0Wzgqf3Potq-w.cspx?rss=794 We found bay area bars and restaurants misrepresenting what they pour and facing steep penalties for putting cheap liquor in top shelf bottles. Special Reports Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT Are bay area bars ripping you off? http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=19219@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=3 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/specialreports/dirty-dining/story/Dirty-Dining-Remingtons-Steakhouse/HIvPHUAObkS2lk7ZAz9Z1Q.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/news/specialreports/dirty-dining/story/Dirty-Dining-Remingtons-Steakhouse/HIvPHUAObkS2lk7ZAz9Z1Q.cspx?rss=794 This steak house accumulated 193 violations in the last year and a half and state inspectors documented no certified food manager on duty in almost every report since early 2008. Special Reports Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT Dirty Dining: Remington's Steakhouse http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=19096@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=93 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/segments/specialreports/story/Thirsty-Check-out-the-top-10-unhealthiest-drinks/VOdyPlC_o0a1hwDyf44HJA.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/segments/specialreports/story/Thirsty-Check-out-the-top-10-unhealthiest-drinks/VOdyPlC_o0a1hwDyf44HJA.cspx?rss=794 With so many beverages on the market, it might be hard to know just how bad some of them can be for your waistline. Special Reports Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:51:00 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Is-this-former-deputy-a-freeloader/-AjodqKg8E2huY92aL8-DA.cspx?rss=794 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/investigations/story/INVESTIGATION-Is-this-former-deputy-a-freeloader/-AjodqKg8E2huY92aL8-DA.cspx?rss=794 Why is a former Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputy still living rent free in a public park more than a year after he was fired? Special Reports Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:30:00 GMT INVESTIGATION: Is this former deputy a freeloader? http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=18583@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=20