Good morning from the ABC Action News team.
It's Friday, which means we've survived yet another week. Tampa is set for quite a busy night as Katy Perry takes the stage at Benchmark International Arena and Little Big Town performs at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater. If you're heading near either of the venues, make sure you leave a little early—traffic is sure to get backed up.
News to Know
- Some homeowners could be forced to buy flood insurance: Clearwater is preparing to update its flood maps, which could put homeowners into new flood zones and require many to buy insurance.
- A waiter remains hospitalized after being hit by a car: Michael Ruocco, who has worked at Crab & Fin restaurant for 35 years, was hit while riding his bicycle in Sarasota.
WFTS - A Lakeland man facing homelessness gets a fresh start: Everything changed last September when DeRon Gregg walked into Barber Skate Shop—his visit became a turning point.
- Manatee County Schools hosts five teachers from Spain: This is the first year Manatee County is taking part in the visiting teacher program, which led Lucia Nogales and Martin Rodriguez nearly 4,500 miles from their homes.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Greg Dee says storms are moving across parts of Tampa Bay this morning. High chances of rain are expected to last until 1 p.m.
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Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
Scams have become such a problem that a new report found the majority of US adults say they've been the victim of a financial scam in the last year. We look at the steps you should take if your information is compromised.
Daly Discoveries
Catch "The Lure of Florida Fishing" exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center in downtown Tampa. The playful, colorful tribute to Florida nature (and marketing) is included with museum admission.
Things to Do this Friday, August 22
- Watch Katy Perry perform during her "The Lifetimes" tour.
- When: 7 p.m.
- Where: 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa
- Cost: Ticket information here
- Cheer on the Rays as they play the St. Louis Cardinals.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: 1 Steinbrenner Dr, Tampa
- Cost: $30
- See a new exhibition at the Tampa Museum of Art.
- When: 10 a.m.
- Where: 20 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa
- Cost: $25
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.
