Shelter for veterans facing homelessness to open in North Lakeland
A Polk County non-profit is getting ready to open their new shelter for veterans facing homelessness.
A Polk County non-profit is getting ready to open their new shelter for veterans facing homelessness.
Hockey Heals 22 raises awareness for veterans dealing with mental health struggles
The faces of local military service men and women who've tragically died by suicide surrounded one of the rinks at Advent Health Center Ice this weekend, as players for the Lightning Warriors rallied through 22 hours of non-stop hockey in their honor.
The faces of local military service men and women who've tragically died by suicide surrounded one of the rinks at Advent Health Center Ice this weekend, as players for the Lightning Warriors rallied through 22 hours of non-stop hockey in their honor.
Pasco County paratrooper inspired by D-Day to join the Army attends 80th anniversary events: ‘I am not a hero’
A 98-year-old WWII vet from Pasco County, who joined the Army after watching footage of D-Day in a movie theater is among veterans from the Bay Area attending D-Day anniversary memorial events.
A 98-year-old WWII vet from Pasco County, who joined the Army after watching footage of D-Day in a movie theater is among veterans from the Bay Area attending D-Day anniversary memorial events.
Tampa team, veterans honor the greatest generation by retracing their steps on D-Day
A different generation of Americans and veterans took to the beaches of Normandy this week. They want to make sure the bravery and sacrifice of those American soldiers back in 1944 are never forgotten.
A different generation of Americans and veterans took to the beaches of Normandy this week. They want to make sure the bravery and sacrifice of those American soldiers back in 1944 are never forgotten.
D-Day 2024: Pinellas teacher, student honor fallen soldier
On this 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, FOX 13 salutes the Tampa Bay soldiers who played a role in turning the tide in World War II. Among the 9,387 American soldiers buried at the Normandy American Cemetery in France is a 19-year-old soldier from St. Petersburg, Private Leo Chalcraft.
On this 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, FOX 13 salutes the Tampa Bay soldiers who played a role in turning the tide in World War II. Among the 9,387 American soldiers buried at the Normandy American Cemetery in France is a 19-year-old soldier from St. Petersburg, Private Leo Chalcraft.
Tampa veterans fly to France ahead of D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations
Thursday will mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Invasion, and ahead of the milestone, Tampa veterans are traveling to France to attend commemoration ceremonies in Normandy.
Thursday will mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Invasion, and ahead of the milestone, Tampa veterans are traveling to France to attend commemoration ceremonies in Normandy.
Family of fallen WWII airman mark first Memorial Day since remains were identified 80 years later
This Memorial Day is one that's been more than 80 years in the making for the family of a fallen World War II Airman 2nd. Lt. Pharis Weekley, whose remains weren't identified until last year.
This Memorial Day is one that's been more than 80 years in the making for the family of a fallen World War II Airman 2nd. Lt. Pharis Weekley, whose remains weren't identified until last year.
Gold Star families remember loved ones in ceremony at MacDill Park in Tampa
Several Gold Star families, who lost loved ones to war, gathered Monday at the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at MacDill Park in Tampa for a Memorial Day ceremony honoring their sacrifices.
Several Gold Star families, who lost loved ones to war, gathered Monday at the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at MacDill Park in Tampa for a Memorial Day ceremony honoring their sacrifices.
Memorial Day remembrance ceremony held in Lakeland: 'Remember what freedom really costs'
The Lakeland community came together this Memorial Day to remember those who have been lost to combat.
The Lakeland community came together this Memorial Day to remember those who have been lost to combat.
Massachusetts sailor killed at Pearl Harbor finally gets proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery
Frank Hryniewicz was only 20 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Eight decades later, Hryniewicz finally received a proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Frank Hryniewicz was only 20 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Eight decades later, Hryniewicz finally received a proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Bowlers to Veterans Link helps fund veteran-led projects
Bowlers to Veterans Link has existed since 1942. Throughout all the years of BVL, they raised $57 million to help brighten the lives of veterans every single day.
Bowlers to Veterans Link has existed since 1942. Throughout all the years of BVL, they raised $57 million to help brighten the lives of veterans every single day.
Bay Area Gold Star families honor lost loved ones in Memorial Day ceremony: 'We've strengthened one another'
In front of a monument with his son's name etched into it, at Veteran's Memorial Park in Tampa, Oldsmar native Craig Gross took out his guitar and sang a special song he sings often on Memorial Day weekend.
In front of a monument with his son's name etched into it, at Veteran's Memorial Park in Tampa, Oldsmar native Craig Gross took out his guitar and sang a special song he sings often on Memorial Day weekend.
Veteran, family gets mortgage-free home in Plant City: 'A dream house'
It was a motorcade fit for a president with Jose Santiago and his family at the center.
It was a motorcade fit for a president with Jose Santiago and his family at the center.
Bay Area man searches for family ancestor’s remains 100 years after death in World War I
Alexander Curran knows his great, great uncle pretty well, even though he died more than 100 years ago.
Alexander Curran knows his great, great uncle pretty well, even though he died more than 100 years ago.
Tampa Bay area tops list of best places for veterans to live: Survey
Tampa Bay was voted number one when it comes to the best place to live for veterans, according to a new nationwide survey released Friday.
Tampa Bay was voted number one when it comes to the best place to live for veterans, according to a new nationwide survey released Friday.
Bay Area fishing charter captain casts lifeline to fellow veterans
After years of bravely serving his country, Jon Castor, has found solace and purpose in fishing. He wants to share his passion with other veterans in hopes it will transform their lives too.
After years of bravely serving his country, Jon Castor, has found solace and purpose in fishing. He wants to share his passion with other veterans in hopes it will transform their lives too.
Bay Pines VA program tailored toward health needs of women veterans
Bay Pines VA is offering comprehensive care for women who served our country in the Armed Forces.
Bay Pines VA is offering comprehensive care for women who served our country in the Armed Forces.
Tampa veterans serve boba milk teas, lemonade with 'Boba by the Bay'
Boba by the Bay is a mobile drink truck in Tampa. Instead of food, they serve boba milk teas and fresh squeezed lemonade out of their tiny, but standout Honda Acty van.
Boba by the Bay is a mobile drink truck in Tampa. Instead of food, they serve boba milk teas and fresh squeezed lemonade out of their tiny, but standout Honda Acty van.
WWII veteran composes piece for Florida Orchestra on Battle of the Bulge
A 98-year-old WWII army veteran and his gift for composing music are getting the attention of the Florida Orchestra.
A 98-year-old WWII army veteran and his gift for composing music are getting the attention of the Florida Orchestra.
Wesley Chapel veteran was member of first U.S. Air Force squadron
In the wake of World War II, President Harry Truman signed the National Security Act of 1947. It reorganized much of the nation's defense forces, including the establishment of a new branch called the "United States Air Force."
In the wake of World War II, President Harry Truman signed the National Security Act of 1947. It reorganized much of the nation's defense forces, including the establishment of a new branch called the "United States Air Force."