Price-gouging hotline activated as Irma approaches
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the activation of the price-gouging hotline in anticipation of Hurricane Irma.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the activation of the price-gouging hotline in anticipation of Hurricane Irma.
Diapers needed for babies impacted by Hurricane Harvey
The Texas Diaper Bank of San Antonio is filling in the gaps and helping in ways other disaster relief aid cannot. Their Facebook page states that they are accepting any brand of diapers, from newborn to adult-sized, as well as Pull-Ups, formula, and wipes. Also, opened packs of diapers are acceptable — they should be clean and sealed in a bag with the size clearly labeled.
The Texas Diaper Bank of San Antonio is filling in the gaps and helping in ways other disaster relief aid cannot. Their Facebook page states that they are accepting any brand of diapers, from newborn to adult-sized, as well as Pull-Ups, formula, and wipes. Also, opened packs of diapers are acceptable — they should be clean and sealed in a bag with the size clearly labeled.
Earth Watch: Blue Turtle Society
"There are scenes around Tampa bay that will bring tears to people's eyes. Just a single plastic bag or plastic cup can stain that beauty," says David Westmark from the Blue Turtle Society. SADLY, THIS IS A FAMILIAR SITE NEAR A STORM DRAIN AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA AT ST PETE CAMPUS. TRASH AND STYROFOAM MEANDER TOWARDS TAMPA BAY. A DEVICE MADE OF BUOYS AND NETTING HELPS CAPTURE...
"There are scenes around Tampa bay that will bring tears to people's eyes. Just a single plastic bag or plastic cup can stain that beauty," says David Westmark from the Blue Turtle Society. SADLY, THIS IS A FAMILIAR SITE NEAR A STORM DRAIN AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA AT ST PETE CAMPUS. TRASH AND STYROFOAM MEANDER TOWARDS TAMPA BAY. A DEVICE MADE OF BUOYS AND NETTING HELPS CAPTURE...
Tampa architect builds 'Lego-like' homes for hurricane victims
One week after Hurricane Harvey, roof tops are still all that's visible in some southeast Texas neighborhoods.
One week after Hurricane Harvey, roof tops are still all that's visible in some southeast Texas neighborhoods.
Saturday lemonade stand benefits cancer research
A lemonade stand is a tried and true fundraising tool. Many of us did it growing up.
A lemonade stand is a tried and true fundraising tool. Many of us did it growing up.
How to help the Texas flooding victims impacted by Hurricane Harvey
The Texas coast has been devastated by the effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has created unprecedented flooding and forced thousands to flee for their lives.
The Texas coast has been devastated by the effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has created unprecedented flooding and forced thousands to flee for their lives.
Annual 'Fall Stampede' raises awareness for childhood cancer
The annual Fall Stampede is coming up.
The annual Fall Stampede is coming up.
Online classes help high school students graduate
Wesley Chapel High Student Rafael Ferrer is like the rest of his senior class - working towards his diploma. But he's taking a bit of a non-traditional route.
Wesley Chapel High Student Rafael Ferrer is like the rest of his senior class - working towards his diploma. But he's taking a bit of a non-traditional route.
Manatee County distributing sandbags ahead of weekend rain
With more rain expected this weekend, Manatee County is distributing sandbags on Friday.
With more rain expected this weekend, Manatee County is distributing sandbags on Friday.
Hurricane Harvey pet help
As floodwaters rose, many families had to make difficult decisions about their furry, feathered, and slithery friends.
As floodwaters rose, many families had to make difficult decisions about their furry, feathered, and slithery friends.
Riverview track and field club builds leaders
Young athletes are running for a better future, doing positive things on and off and the race track.
Young athletes are running for a better future, doing positive things on and off and the race track.
Cooling scarf might be the answer to Florida heat
You don't need to consult a thermometer to know it's downright hot. How do you stay cool outside and still do the things you want?
You don't need to consult a thermometer to know it's downright hot. How do you stay cool outside and still do the things you want?
Gulf High School grads collect donations for Harvey victims
Gulf High School graduates are collecting donations for victims of flooding from Hurricane Harvey in Houston.
Gulf High School graduates are collecting donations for victims of flooding from Hurricane Harvey in Houston.
Major cuts planned in Hillsborough School District budget
The Hillsborough County School Board says it plans to spend $100 million more than it will get from tax dollars this year.
The Hillsborough County School Board says it plans to spend $100 million more than it will get from tax dollars this year.
101-year-old philanthropist honored for service
In his 101 years, Charles Grimes has accomplished a lot. But recently, he was recognized for an extraordinary achievement.
In his 101 years, Charles Grimes has accomplished a lot. But recently, he was recognized for an extraordinary achievement.
If – or when – it happens here
Hurricane Harvey swamped entire neighborhoods around Houston, leading to rooftop evacuations that echoed Hurricane Katrina.
Hurricane Harvey swamped entire neighborhoods around Houston, leading to rooftop evacuations that echoed Hurricane Katrina.
A taste of Pennsylvania -- in Largo
Looking for Utz chips, or other flavors of Pennsylvania? The Amish Country Store in Largo stocks a wide variety of hard-to-find treats for the Pennsylvanian in you.
Looking for Utz chips, or other flavors of Pennsylvania? The Amish Country Store in Largo stocks a wide variety of hard-to-find treats for the Pennsylvanian in you.
AP releases restored footage of Charles and Diana's royal wedding
Thirty-six years after Lady Diana Spencer married Prince Charles, The Associated Press has restored original footage from the wedding and is making it available to the public on YouTube.
Thirty-six years after Lady Diana Spencer married Prince Charles, The Associated Press has restored original footage from the wedding and is making it available to the public on YouTube.
New drugs push cancer treatment forward
More than 250,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.
More than 250,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.
Mobile barber shop owner cutting hair across Polk Co., Florida
If you don't feel like driving to the barber shop to get your haircut, let Skully's Barber Salon come to you.
If you don't feel like driving to the barber shop to get your haircut, let Skully's Barber Salon come to you.