Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Polk County caregiver arrested for violently shaking baby: PCSO
The day before Thanksgiving, the Polk County Sheriff's Office received an urgent 911 call about an unresponsive child at an Eagle Lake home.
Map: The income you'll need to support a family in 2025
Experts say though having a dual income can offer stability, there are tradeoffs such as less time with your child and added stress.
Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
Sarasota Sheriff seeks help to make Christmas special for local kids
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office 9th annual Holiday Toy Drive is happening now till December 15.
Ohio mother reunites with responders who helped after roadside childbirth
An Ohio mom gave birth on I-75 before help could arrive, with first responders stepping in to assist minutes later.
With 'Trump Accounts,' your child could qualify for $1,000: What to know
Trump’s new $1,000 baby accounts and a major donation could grow kids’ savings. Here's what to know.
FDA: Recalled baby formula that sickened 39 babies with infant botulism is still on some store shelves
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
Quiet Crisis: Tampa Bay's foster children lacking legal representation
Advocates say a silent crisis is unfolding as many foster children find themselves without legal representation, leaving them vulnerable and often overlooked. Florida is one of 13 states that does not guarantee an attorney for foster children, a situation that advocates argue leaves some of the most vulnerable children voiceless and at risk of falling through the cracks.
Child care costs more than rent in these US cities; here’s where it’s the worst
The average monthly cost of child care for two children was 31.5% higher than rent, according to the data.
VPK recipes for Thanksgiving provide laughs for loved ones
Kids create questionable Thanksgiving recipes in fun exercise
Winter Village skating rink built with the help of Tampa Bay Lightning
Crews in downtown Tampa are getting an early start on winter this week as they begin building the Winter Village ice rink at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
President Trump issues ‘Fostering the Future’ executive order to support children in foster care
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
Marshawn Kneeland’s girlfriend is pregnant, Dallas Cowboys coach reveals
Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer shared a heartbreaking new detail about Marshawn Kneeland’s family in the wake of his death. The 24-year-old player's girlfriend is pregnant with their first child.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
Data reveals most popular baby names of 2025, trends that will influence names in 2026
New data is revealing the most popular baby names of 2025, along with trends that will influence baby names in 2026.
Dodgers' Alex Vesia, wife share devastating update about their family
On Oct. 23, just one day before Game 1 of the World Series, the Dodgers announced that Alex Vesia would be tending to a "deeply personal family matter."
Jamaicans living in Tampa Bay are watching Hurricane Melissa closely
As Hurricane Melissa makes its way towards Jamaica, Caribbean Americans living in Tampa are expressing their concerns.
Florida mother of two gifted refurbished vehicle to rebuild her family’s future
A Florida mother of two received a fully refurbished 2015 Chrysler 300 this Friday at CARSTAR Auto Body Resurrection.
Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail unleashes new horrors for 2025
Sir Henry's Haunted Trail in Plant City is back for its twelfth season with new trails and redesigned sets, running through November 1.