A ‘Kind Mouse' with a big heart

In this season of giving, a lot of schoolkids can give thanks for a wonderful woman with a passion to help them. 

USF will be an anchor in 'Water Street' project

One of the most visible parts of the new "Water Street" project in Downtown Tampa will be University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine.

Tampa photographer's lens captures young faces of hope

Pepito Valdes has made a name for himself taking portraits of Tampa’s finest families. But it’s the brave, young ‘Faces of Hope’ that have moved him the most.

Piquant's Apple Crostata

Chefs Ricardo Castro from Petit Piquant shares their Apple Crostata recipe just in time for Thanksgiving.

Earth Watch: Recycling cooking oil

Lindsay Milbourne learns all about recycling cooking oil from Robert Evans, Grease Management Supervisor with Hillsborough County's C.O.R.E project.

Specialty wheelchairs help athletes thrive

They are athletes who have faced more challenges than sports but there's a company in Pinellas Park giving them a competitive edge with the right set of wheels.

Holiday skating rink returns to downtown Tampa

Tampa's Curtis Hixon Park has once again been transformed into a riverside winter village.  There will be a holiday market and a waterfront café, plus the city's only outdoor ice rink has been set up.

Dough Nation has tasty treats for a sweet cause

There's a sweet sensation downtown on Tampa Street that's been drawing in crowds since opening day.

For Tampa woman, big business in big bracelets

They are the colorful bracelets, rings, and earrings with precious stones taking over department stores and boutiques nationwide.  The jewelry line is called Bourbon and Bowties.

Tampa is test track for connected cars

Before we get to driverless cars, engineers say we'll drive connected cars. All new cars are required to have the connected technology by 2021, but first, it’s being tested in Tampa. 

Santa Claus arrives at Tampa Bay area malls

It’s that time of year again!  Santa Claus (along with his helpers) is arriving at Tampa Bay area malls, ready to take photos and hear your kids’ most secret Christmas wishes.

Maple Grove scores 3 touchdowns in final minute for comeback win

The Maple Grove High School football team was down 17 points with just over a minute to go in Thursday night's Class 6A quarterfinal game, but an incredible comeback now has them headed to the state semifinals.

Veterans Entrepreneurship Program helps veterans forward after service

When military men and women return home from service, some want to take another big risk by going into business for themselves.

Veterans Day 2017: A list of free meals and discounts

In honor of Veterans Day many businesses are saying thank you by offering discounts and free meals for veterans and active military.

Florida Aquarium offers free tickets for veterans

The Florida Aquarium is offering a shark of a deal on admission to all service members on Veterans Day.