Syria Civil Defense, or 'White Helmets'

The Syria Civil Defense, also known as the White Helmets, is a volunteer group of 2,900 men and women on the ground in Syria working to rescue people in the midst of a Civil War there.

Meet Rudolph the white camel

It's not Christmas without Rudolph.   But this isn't your average Rudolph.

Family loses everything in fire 1 week before Christmas

A Hernando family is lucky to be alive after a fire destroyed their home over the weekend-- thanks to smoke alarms that had been installed the very same day. 

Tampa Bay Rays 'Players and Pooches' calendar is here

The Tampa Bay Rays have released their fifth-annual "Players and Pooches" calendar in partnership with Pet Pal Animal Shelter. 

Mobile medical unit helps Pinellas County's homeless

Pinellas County has the the oldest running mobile medical unit for the homeless in the country. It was started in 1988 with a federal grant.

Cuisinart recalls over 8 million food processors due to shattering blades

Cuisinart is recalling more than 8 million food processors sold within the past decade because they could leave sharp metal shards in your food. The 22 affected models were sold between 1996 and 2015.

Yankee Candles recalled

Yankee Candle is recalling its Luminous Collection candle after receiving customer reports that the glass jar may crack when the candle is lit, posing a laceration danger. 

One Tank Trip: Alafia River State Park

Looking for a little change in scenery that's just one tank of gas away? Alafia River State Park might be the place for you weekend wanderers.

Virgil Guitar

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Technology hurts donations to Salvation Army bell-ringers

The sound of bells ringing for donations outside retailers has become a holiday tradition, but volunteers with the Salvation Army of Tampa said less people are stopping at their red kettles to drop in cash this year. 

Calendar honors Polk County's veterans

A calendar to honor Polk County’s veterans and raise money for others in need is now available for purchase.

High demand Hatchimals toy to arrive at local stores

Hatchimals are the hottest toy this holiday season, and people have been waiting to get their hands on one. Thursday, the wait is over. 

Vets helping vets: Competition benefits homeless veterans

Desiree Pabon is an unlikely glamor girl. At 17, a rocky relationship with her mother left her homeless and alone, so a career in the military seemed like the perfect fit for a girl with few options.

It's 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' at Gaylord Palms

It's Christmas at Gaylord Palms in Orlando, and this year, the amazing sculptures of ice and snow have a brand new style. It might just make you say, “Good grief!”

Public hearing tonight for Mosaic sinkhole neighbors

The first public meeting will be held in Polk County for residents to hear more about the safety of drinking water in the wake of a massive sinkhole at a fertilizer plant that's sent millions of gallons of contaminated water into Florida's main aquifer.

Good Day Gourmet: One-pot pot roast

When the weather cools, sometimes it's nice to have a hearty, hot meal. This week, Vanessa shares her version of a beef pot roast that doesn't take much work.

Book exchange program helps Bay Area readers

With the increase sales of e-books, printed books are on the decline, but a Bay Area woman is trying to reverse that trend.

Amazon lockers

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Young girl's flip flop business helps other kids

A 10-year-old girl is making and selling flip flops, but not to make money for herself. Her business venture is aimed at helping other children.