Crisis Center is a lifeline for struggling veterans

When the phone rings at the Crisis Center in Tampa, and there is a veteran on the line, Jamie McPherson is there to help. 

Hundreds of millions play video games made in Bay Area

Welcome to Artix Entertainment - a Bay Area online video game creator where fantasy is reality and reality is perhaps nothing like you've seen where you work.

Fire, fights, flips: Just another day at new 'stunt camp'

Are you fit, fearless, and ready for the adrenaline rush of your life? Then John Zimmerman’s Stunt Camp may be just what the doctor ordered.

Proposed bill removes cities' tree removal laws

Soon you might be able to chop down that oak or palm tree in your backyard. A bill making its way through Tallahassee would stop Florida’s cities and counties from regulating trees.

Inside look at Southeastern Guide Dogs' Puppy Academy

It’s tale of puppies: Southeastern Guide Dogs in Palmetto opened a Puppy Academy earlier this year, which is described as a preschool for the pups to train them to become companions for those in need, such as seeing-eye dogs, or to provide emotional support for wounded veterans.

Family finds therapy in bow tie creations after son's suicide

David and Lisa Kraus’ son was just 25 years old when he took his own life. Seven years later, their loss is still almost too painful to bare. 

Bay Area election results

Voters across the Bay Area went to the polls Tuesday to make their voices heard on issues and candidates spanning a variety of topics and offices. 

2017 National Summit to End Hunger begins

Hundreds of volunteers are trying to pack more than enough meals to distribute to Tampa Bay organizations.

Earth Watch: Blazing Bean Roasters

A local couple is spreading their love of coffee throughout the Tampa Bay area with a bean roasting business that's keeping itself green.

Manatee viewing center open in Apollo Beach

The Manatee Viewing Center at TECO's Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach has opened for the season. 

Sumter's floppy-eared deputy needs a name

Deputies in Sumter County are happy to show off the newest member of their team – a floppy-eared rookie with a nose for crime who needs a name.

AAA Tow to Go offers free rides, tow for impaired drivers

AAA's Tow to Go program aims to remove impaired drivers from roads and get people home safely on nights when impaired driving may be more likely.

Residents asked to take survey about practices, performance of TPD

The Tampa Citizens Board launched a community survey for Bay Area residents to share their views on the Tampa Police Department.

Grandparents' mission: Find a bone marrow match for their grandson

Alex Sims captured his grandparents' hearts from birth, but at an early age, they realized something was different about him.

Dave & Buster's opens first Bay Area location

The Brandon area has yet another retails draw: Chain restaurant Dave & Buster’s has opened its first Bay Area location this week.