Anonymous donor leaves baseballs, note outside Sarasota youth baseball complex in honor of late father
An anonymous donor left behind some well-loved baseballs at a Sarasota youth baseball field in honor of his late father. "Whoever takes these, please have fun," the note said. "I miss my dad and wish I could play catch with him one more time."
An anonymous donor left behind some well-loved baseballs at a Sarasota youth baseball field in honor of his late father. "Whoever takes these, please have fun," the note said. "I miss my dad and wish I could play catch with him one more time."
‘It was my worst fear’: Wheelchair-bound woman reunites with firefighters who saved her life
A wheelchair-bound woman who became trapped inside her house when it caught fire last October personally thanked the firefighters who saved her life.
A wheelchair-bound woman who became trapped inside her house when it caught fire last October personally thanked the firefighters who saved her life.
St. Pete 4th grader named TIME Kid of the Year finalist for dedication to saving oceans
Miles Fetherston-Resch is making a difference to protect the environment and now he is a finalist for Time Magazine's Kid of the Year.
Miles Fetherston-Resch is making a difference to protect the environment and now he is a finalist for Time Magazine's Kid of the Year.
Ukrainian chef turns restaurant into bomb shelter to feed civilians fighting Russian forces
A Ukrainian chef is taking matters into his own hands to aid his country's resistance in the war against Russia – by turning his restaurant into a bomb shelter to feed civilians fighting Russian forces.
A Ukrainian chef is taking matters into his own hands to aid his country's resistance in the war against Russia – by turning his restaurant into a bomb shelter to feed civilians fighting Russian forces.
Rocker Bret Michaels to headline benefit concert for 50 Legs
An organization helping get prosthetic limbs to those who need them is getting a major boost thanks to Poison frontman (and 'Masked Singer' banana) Bret Michaels, performing in Clearwater this weekend.
An organization helping get prosthetic limbs to those who need them is getting a major boost thanks to Poison frontman (and 'Masked Singer' banana) Bret Michaels, performing in Clearwater this weekend.
Newtown's history told through comfort food served up at Miss Susie's
Miss Susie’s Newtown Kitchen food truck is well known on the streets of Sarasota, partially because of the food, but also for the career opportunities it provides for young people.
Miss Susie’s Newtown Kitchen food truck is well known on the streets of Sarasota, partially because of the food, but also for the career opportunities it provides for young people.
Two sets of twins born on 2-22-22 at Tampa General Hospital
“Sometimes the stars align to make magic happen. Yesterday was one of those days!” the hospital wrote. “This once-in-a-lifetime miracle won’t be possible for another 200 years, but we’ll be here waiting when it does!"
“Sometimes the stars align to make magic happen. Yesterday was one of those days!” the hospital wrote. “This once-in-a-lifetime miracle won’t be possible for another 200 years, but we’ll be here waiting when it does!"
Micro-preemie born 11.5 ounces celebrates 1st birthday after 127-day stay in NICU
Baby Jari, who was born weighing about the size of a loaf of bread, has defied the odds
Baby Jari, who was born weighing about the size of a loaf of bread, has defied the odds
Texas couple returns home after adopting boy from Ukraine
A South Texas couple just got back to the United States with their newly adopted son from Ukraine. They managed to get on one of the last flights out of the country before airlines began canceling service.
A South Texas couple just got back to the United States with their newly adopted son from Ukraine. They managed to get on one of the last flights out of the country before airlines began canceling service.
Dog who survived being set on fire becomes therapy dog for victims of abuse
In 2018, Denali nearly died when her owner doused her in gasoline, trapped her in a kennel and set the house on fire. But despite all she's been through, she still loves people and happily wags her tail. Now she is a therapy dog for other survivors of domestic violence.
In 2018, Denali nearly died when her owner doused her in gasoline, trapped her in a kennel and set the house on fire. But despite all she's been through, she still loves people and happily wags her tail. Now she is a therapy dog for other survivors of domestic violence.
Despite potential $1,900 fine, Seminole High grad returns book about scuba diving after 47 years
Barry Colbath checked out the “Handbook for Hydronauts" in 1975. When his son found it recently, Colbath decided to see what the fine would be, at 10 cents a day for 47 years. Thankfully, the school's policy is not to charge a fine more than the book's worth.
Barry Colbath checked out the “Handbook for Hydronauts" in 1975. When his son found it recently, Colbath decided to see what the fine would be, at 10 cents a day for 47 years. Thankfully, the school's policy is not to charge a fine more than the book's worth.
Florida firefighters rescue dog that had fallen into bay
When a pup fell into the bay while playing at a dog park, these firefighters with the Miami Beach Fire Department quickly rescued the frightened pup from the water and brought her to safety.
When a pup fell into the bay while playing at a dog park, these firefighters with the Miami Beach Fire Department quickly rescued the frightened pup from the water and brought her to safety.
Country singer Brett Young surprises 10-year-old fan at Lithia birthday party
A Lithia girl's 10th birthday was one to remember. She got to meet her favorite singer, Brett Young, who surprised her at her home Wednesday morning.
A Lithia girl's 10th birthday was one to remember. She got to meet her favorite singer, Brett Young, who surprised her at her home Wednesday morning.
Hillsborough County crossing guards have been married for nearly six decades
Nick and Ellie Lopez have been married for 58 years and are dedicated to keeping children safe -- side by side -- as crossing guards for MacFarlane Park Elementary in Tampa.
Nick and Ellie Lopez have been married for 58 years and are dedicated to keeping children safe -- side by side -- as crossing guards for MacFarlane Park Elementary in Tampa.
How to send a Valentine's card to families at Ronald McDonald House
The Ronald McDonald House Charities Tampa Bay brings hope and security to families during some of the most difficult times, but now they hope the public can help by sending Valentine's Day cards to kids and families living at the house while they receive treatment.
The Ronald McDonald House Charities Tampa Bay brings hope and security to families during some of the most difficult times, but now they hope the public can help by sending Valentine's Day cards to kids and families living at the house while they receive treatment.
High school basketball team helps player with Down syndrome make game ending shot
A high school basketball player with Down syndrome makes a buzzer beater game shot with the support and encouragement of his teammates and entire gym. The touching video has gone viral.
A high school basketball player with Down syndrome makes a buzzer beater game shot with the support and encouragement of his teammates and entire gym. The touching video has gone viral.
Marine husband, Air Force wife reunited by deployment
The Phillips are no strangers to long distances, but they never thought their deployments would bring them closer together.
The Phillips are no strangers to long distances, but they never thought their deployments would bring them closer together.
10-year-old battling cancer sworn into 100 law enforcement agencies
A 10-year-old Houston boy battling terminal cancer reached a milestone Monday completing his goal of being sworn into 100 law enforcement agencies, but perhaps the bigger story is the timely impact he’s having and the man beside him all along.
A 10-year-old Houston boy battling terminal cancer reached a milestone Monday completing his goal of being sworn into 100 law enforcement agencies, but perhaps the bigger story is the timely impact he’s having and the man beside him all along.
How to send Valentines to kids in hospitals, nursing home residents and more
Consider spreading Valentine’s Day cheer to children’s hospitals, nursing home and shelter residents.
Consider spreading Valentine’s Day cheer to children’s hospitals, nursing home and shelter residents.
‘A beautiful moment’: Kindergarteners embrace while learning about MLK
A heartwarming photo captured two kindergarten students sitting with their arms around one another while learning about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A heartwarming photo captured two kindergarten students sitting with their arms around one another while learning about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.