Despite challenges, skiiers hit the water

Bob Simpson now knows he can do a lot more than he ever thought possible. He has earned a place on the Cypress Gardens Ski Team. It’s quite an accomplishment, especially since he has cerebral palsy.

Code-a-thon recruits next generation of tech employees

The word hacker brings to mind a face hidden behind a computer screen stealing secret information.

'Cheeto the lucky seahorse' rehabilitated at CMA

A little girl at Indian Shores Beach thought a seagull dropped a Cheeto at her feet, but quickly realized it wasn't a Cheeto at all, it was a tiny seahorse.

Charley tours Stamas Yacht Manufacturing

Charley headed to Tarpon Springs on Thursday where he got to tour Stamas Yacht Manufacturing. 

Citizen starts fundraiser to throw BBQ for officers, first-responders

Officers and staff with the Plant City Police Department are lined up for a special barbecue, prepared by Mike Wells to say "Thank you."

'Mosquito's worst enemy' fish free in Hillsborough Co.

A tiny fish whose favorite food is mosquito larvae will be free for some Hillsborough County residents throughout the summer. 

Record number of vehicles with unfixed safety recalls on the roads

An alarming new statistic says millions of people are driving around with recalled vehicles – and some may not even know it.

Parkinson's patient pours creative efforts into children's book

The walls inside Jacquie Hoblit's home tell her story, including her painting of a woman in Paris on a background of street maps.

Heart Gallery gives voice to kids seeking forever families

There are hundreds of children in the Bay Area who are waiting to be adopted. And a local organization is giving these kids a face, a voice, and a place to shine.

Faith in Action: Unity ride

Police are coming together with the community for a walk aimed at unifying St. Pete.

Charley celebrates Cinco de Mayo at Miguelito's Taqueria Y Tequilas

It's Cinco de Mayo in Charley's World! Today, Charley headed to Miguelito's Taqueria Y Tequilas on Kennedy Boulevard in Tampa to sample some authentic Mexican dishes and specialty tequilas.

Charley visits Rustic Steel Creations

Charley spent his Thursday morning at Rustic Steel Creations, which is known for its landmark-making work in Tampa.

Hillsborough County to air graduation ceremonies

If you can’t make it to a Hillsborough County graduation ceremony this year, you might be able to at least watch it on TV or online.  For the first time, the district plans to air and then archive all commencement ceremonies.

"May the Fourth Be With You" on 'Star Wars' Day

May the Fourth Be With You and your entire family. Celebrate “Star Wars” Day and Revenge of the Fifth at these Bay Area gatherings of Jedis, Sith Lords and everyone in between.

Don't Click: Sophisticated email phishing scam appears as Google Doc link

If you receive a link to a Google doc - you’ll want to do some investigating before clicking on it. There is a sophisticated phishing scam circulating the Internet on Wednesday.

Random acts of BBQ

First responders in the Tampa Bay area will get some special treats on Tuesday.

For many, Metropolitan Ministries provides more than hope

The halls of the Tampa campus of Metropolitan Ministries bring back a lot of memories for Melanie Rojas-Silva, both good and bad.

USF student takes on cancer -- by fishing

Savannah Billet is fishing for the fight. She's teaming up with two of her USF St. Petersburg classmates for her latest mission to make a difference.