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Smith Family Homes bankruptcy causes anger
Many subcontractors were unhappy with how the process unfolded. Video Video
How many painkillers are too many?
Former patients, their families, and law enforcement sources say one Bay area doctor recklessly and routinely over-prescribed medications. Video Video
Prescription pain pills: Florida's legal killers
8,620 people from drug-related incidents in 2007. Experts say it's time for the state to step in and do something. Video Video
Thousands of Florida homeowners owe FEMA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency improperly paid out nearly 35 million dollars to 21-thousand Florida households for the 2004 storms. Video Video
Dirty Dining Investigation: Do grading systems really work?
Some believe putting a grade on a restaurant's front door is a good thing. Others say it's useless. Video Video
New fire law may put public in danger
A new law that deals with fire code violations is supposed to lighten the load on state inspectors in charge of inspecting all restaurants. But this change could put your safety at risk. Video Video
Are people voting twice? How many?
Tens of thousands have apparently registered in two states. Video Video
Investigators: Seven Tampa fire inspectors, 16,000 buildings
A retired inspector says, 'There's no way they can do the job. They need more inspectors...bad.' Video Video
Investigators: Defective tire valve stems pose danger
The federal government is investigating more than one million cars and trucks made by Ford after receiving reports of tires leaking due to cracked valve stems. Video Video
Sunshine Skyway job way behind schedule
The job was supposed to take six months. So far, it's 20 and counting. Video Video
Another Skyway Delay
Paint Job Has New Completion Date
Is a potentially dangerous defect on your vehicle?
You get in your car, turn the key, and head down the road. But what you don't know is you could be riding on a dangerous defect. Video Video
Debt collectors cross the line
One Bay area resident was told, "I'm gonna burn you out of your home if you don't pay my bill." Video Video
Warning for Car Buyers and Other Online Shoppers
Online "Patriot" Scares off Consumer
Beware of the street scam
An old scam fooled a Florida resident
Aisenbergs' attorney blasts informants
Barry Cohen, the attorney for the parents of baby Sabrina Aisenberg, says he gives zero credibility to two jailhouse informants. Video Video
Rape victim sues Bay area hospital
The victim says she was victimized again, when the hospital that treated her demanded payment. Video Video
Hillsborough judge grants injunction against condo management firm
Judge James Barton approved the state's injunction request, meaning "Condo Management Solutions" is not allowed to do any more business. Video Video
Are debt collectors harassing you?
Debt collectors pulled in $3 billion in delinquent debt last year. But some say a growing number are breaking the law. There are 300 lawsuits pending. Video Video
State follows up after investigation of condo management company
A recent ABC Action News investigation has caused the state to take significant action against a Tampa-based company. Video Video
Where did my car go? Some call it 'tow-jacking'
Investigative reporter Matthew Schwartz says dozens of cars in Hillsborough County are being towed without the owner's knowledge or consent. Video Video
New street surveillance cameras
Will they reduce crime, or simply invade privacy? Video Video
Property Mismanagement, Part 2
Did the State Serve the Taxpayers?  SEE OUR SPECIAL REPORT
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Property Mismanagement
What Happened to All Their Money? CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR SPECIAL REPORT
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Body parts mastermind faces victims' families
Dramatic courtroom testimony becomes emotional as families speak publicly. Video Video
Change for some Bay area newspaper sellers
An ABC Action News investigation has gotten action, and made life a little safer for some Bay Area workers. Video Video
UPDATE: Newspaper sellers' supervisor violated agreement
A recent ABC Action News investigation leads changes affecting the safety of some people who sell Sunday newspapers. Video Video
INVESTIGATION: Newspaper sellers in danger?
Newspaper sellers, or "hawkers" stand in traffic and the heat for up to eight hours every Sunday, but how do they get there, and what are the rules? Video Video
Investigation: The Menu Test
From Applebee’s to Chili’s to Taco Bell, almost all restaurants offer a section for healthier alternatives on their menus, but what are they really serving?

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New help for renters?
Renters can find themselves facing eviction when the owner fails to pay mortgage or various fees. A Bay area lawmaker hopes to change that. Video Video
Investigation reveals safety violations at major central Florida hotels
ABC Action News has found several high-profile hotels with dozens of violations that could put your health at risk. Video Video
Ethanol danger in the Tampa Bay area?
Highly flammable ethanol is being shipped throughout the Bay area. How Prepared Are Local Firefighters? Video Video
Florida patients waiting hours to see E.R. doctors
Studies show Florida patients are waiting longer and longer to see emergency room doctors. Consumer Reporter Kerry Kavanaugh takes a closer look at these wait times and shares what you need to know in case of an emergency. Video Video
INVESTIGATION: Restrained suspect gets Tasered
Tampa Bay area sports figure's role in foundering venture may have been misrepresented by company
When asked if Mike Alstott's involvement in "Just Websites" was overplayed, the company's president told ABC Action News, "Perhaps it was done a little overboard." Video Video
Mistaken identity causes six-year nightmare for Temple Terrace family
All because Michael Ainsworth and a another man have the same first and last name, and, incredibly, the exact same birthdate. Video Video
Dr. Phil Getting Blasted for Posting Bond
TV Psychiatrist's Show Admits Paying for Alleged Ringleader's Release
Towing Signs Cause Confusion
But ABC Action News Causes Improvements
Investigators: Children lured into sex trafficking
A startling new study finds that children are being bought and sold for sex in the U.S. on a regular basis. Clearwater is inlcuded in the study. Video Video
Investigators: Body parts ringleader confesses
The mastermind of a nationwide scandal that spread from New York to Tampa has confessed to his role in a gruesome scheme. Video Video
Sunshine Skyway paint job delays
Why is it taking so long to get the bridge painted? Matthew Schwartz investigates. Video Video
Some Walgreens stop carrying popular painkiller
Recent robberies targeting the widely used and often addictive painkiller Oxycontin lead to a major policy change. Video Video
Marijuana grow house bill making progress in Florida legislature
The new law would make it a second-degree felony for getting caught with at least 25 marijuana plants, meaning mandatory jail time. Video Video
Is your car's identity being stolen?
It's called "car cloning," and it's happening in the Tampa Bay area. Video Video
Sex offenders work in private Bay area homes
Do you know who's working at your home? Video Video
INVESTIGATORS: Bay area cash collectors raise concerns
They carry buckets and walk between cars at busy intersections. All in the name of collecting donations for what they say are good causes. Matthew Schwartz investigates. Video Video
Did hairdresser perform plastic surgeries?
For the first time, we hear from a former client. Video Video
Renters beware: Foreclosure can happen to you
If you are renting a home or condominium, don't get caught by surprise Video Video
Towing Company Sues City, Police Chief and others
Towing company that's under fire fires back
Towing troubles haunt Tampa Bay
Some call it "tow jacking." Others call it highway robbery. Video Video
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