'Cookie Queens' movie highlights Girl Scout growth
As a new girl scout movie goes into theatres, many girl scout troops feel represented. Mary Pat King, CEO of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, talks about her own experience and what this movie means for local troops.
As a new girl scout movie goes into theatres, many girl scout troops feel represented. Mary Pat King, CEO of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, talks about her own experience and what this movie means for local troops.
AI regulations in the industry
As AI becomes more prevalent in everyday life, many are questioning if there should be strict guidelines for artificial intelligence. Chris Hutchins, CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consulting, explains why certain guardrails should or should not be in place for AI use.
As AI becomes more prevalent in everyday life, many are questioning if there should be strict guidelines for artificial intelligence. Chris Hutchins, CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consulting, explains why certain guardrails should or should not be in place for AI use.
Focus on preventable crashes
Drivers running red lights has become too common, and can be deadly to the driver or someone else. Melissa Wandall, president of the National Coalition for Safer Roads talks about her personal story and why she is now advocating for roadway safety.
Drivers running red lights has become too common, and can be deadly to the driver or someone else. Melissa Wandall, president of the National Coalition for Safer Roads talks about her personal story and why she is now advocating for roadway safety.
U.S. Special Operations Command present 2026 Patriot Award
Jodi Burns, a longtime Special Operations spouse, has worked tirelessly to help those who have served. And now, she is being recognized for her patriotism, with the 2026 Patriot Award. Jodi Burns, the CEO of the Special Forces Trust talks about her journey and shares success stories.
Jodi Burns, a longtime Special Operations spouse, has worked tirelessly to help those who have served. And now, she is being recognized for her patriotism, with the 2026 Patriot Award. Jodi Burns, the CEO of the Special Forces Trust talks about her journey and shares success stories.
Dealing with back-to-school anxiety
As school gets back in session, its important to know how to deal with stress. Dr. Wendy Rice, licensed psychologist & founder of Rice Psychology Group breaks down what parents and teachers need to know.
As school gets back in session, its important to know how to deal with stress. Dr. Wendy Rice, licensed psychologist & founder of Rice Psychology Group breaks down what parents and teachers need to know.
Space X rocket piece crashes into moon
Early Wednesday morning it was confirmed that a stray part from a rocket crashed into the moon and potentially caused a new crater. Astronomy Professor Kevin Mackay at USF explained why this happened.
Early Wednesday morning it was confirmed that a stray part from a rocket crashed into the moon and potentially caused a new crater. Astronomy Professor Kevin Mackay at USF explained why this happened.
Advocating for E-bike safety
After a scary crash, The JOY FM Midday Host, Candice Grey, shared her recovery story. And now, she's advocating for better E-Bike safety all-around.
After a scary crash, The JOY FM Midday Host, Candice Grey, shared her recovery story. And now, she's advocating for better E-Bike safety all-around.
Utilizing AI in school work
As students head back to school, its important to know what AI should and should not be used for. Professor John Licato with the USF Bellini Colege of Artificial Intelligence breaks down what we need to know.
As students head back to school, its important to know what AI should and should not be used for. Professor John Licato with the USF Bellini Colege of Artificial Intelligence breaks down what we need to know.
Creative school lunch meal preps
As parents prepare to bring their kids back to school it can be hard to pack a different lunch every weekday. Jenny "Lunch Box Mafia" gives easy tips on how to pack a stylish, well-balanced meal.
As parents prepare to bring their kids back to school it can be hard to pack a different lunch every weekday. Jenny "Lunch Box Mafia" gives easy tips on how to pack a stylish, well-balanced meal.
Resetting screen time for school
As the start of the school year fast approaches, reducing screen time can be important for students. Dr. Jennifer Takagishi, TGH Muma Children's Hospital, Healthpark, USF gives tips for parents to help reduce kid's screen time.
As the start of the school year fast approaches, reducing screen time can be important for students. Dr. Jennifer Takagishi, TGH Muma Children's Hospital, Healthpark, USF gives tips for parents to help reduce kid's screen time.
Flock and license plate reader controversy
Following a deputy involved shooting, Sheriff Grady Judd touted the usefulness of license plate readers. Retired FBI special agent Rich Kolko talks about the controversy behind the cameras and how they help law enforcement.
Following a deputy involved shooting, Sheriff Grady Judd touted the usefulness of license plate readers. Retired FBI special agent Rich Kolko talks about the controversy behind the cameras and how they help law enforcement.
Riverview mom runs Badwater 135
After a huge feat, running the 135 mile ultramarathon in the death valley, Nicole Coccia is back home and practicing for her next run. She joins Tampa Bay Live's Regina Gonzalez to talk about her next steps.
After a huge feat, running the 135 mile ultramarathon in the death valley, Nicole Coccia is back home and practicing for her next run. She joins Tampa Bay Live's Regina Gonzalez to talk about her next steps.
Cirque Christmas coming to St. Pete
Tickets recently went on sales for "A Magical Cirque Christmas" as the Crique is coming to town on November 20. Jonathan Rinny, a performer with the Cirque, talks about what to expect.
Tickets recently went on sales for "A Magical Cirque Christmas" as the Crique is coming to town on November 20. Jonathan Rinny, a performer with the Cirque, talks about what to expect.
NOAA Hurricane Hunters explain their mission
As we're knee deep in hurricane season, meteorologists need the most up-to-date data to keep people safe. Kerri Englert, NOAA Flight Director and Meteorologist breaks down how NOAA operates when a hurricane is brewing.
As we're knee deep in hurricane season, meteorologists need the most up-to-date data to keep people safe. Kerri Englert, NOAA Flight Director and Meteorologist breaks down how NOAA operates when a hurricane is brewing.
Aviation reactions to blue angels low flyover
Following the controversial Blue Angels flyover on pensacola beach, many are wondering how this was allowable. Ron Alvarado, Chief Operating Officer at Aero Consulting Experts breaks down what could have happened, and the skills needed to operate flyovers such as this.
Following the controversial Blue Angels flyover on pensacola beach, many are wondering how this was allowable. Ron Alvarado, Chief Operating Officer at Aero Consulting Experts breaks down what could have happened, and the skills needed to operate flyovers such as this.
The rising cost of living in Tampa Bay
As more people move to Tampa Bay, it seems like everything is becoming more expensive. Travis Mueller, founder and CEO of Union Grove Capital breaks down these new numbers, and eases concerns for Tampa Bay consumers.
As more people move to Tampa Bay, it seems like everything is becoming more expensive. Travis Mueller, founder and CEO of Union Grove Capital breaks down these new numbers, and eases concerns for Tampa Bay consumers.
'Kansas' carries on in Clearwater
Kansas is heading to wayward Clearwater for an upcoming show on August 8th. Lead singer, Ronnie Platt, talks about the steps it took to get here, and the upcoming show.
Kansas is heading to wayward Clearwater for an upcoming show on August 8th. Lead singer, Ronnie Platt, talks about the steps it took to get here, and the upcoming show.
Recent baby boom at ZooTampa
ZooTampa had a huge baby boom in just the first seven months of 2026. Dr. Meredith Persky, Chief Conservation & Wildlife Health Officer at ZooTampa talks about the iniatives in place to help boost conservation efforts at the zoo.
ZooTampa had a huge baby boom in just the first seven months of 2026. Dr. Meredith Persky, Chief Conservation & Wildlife Health Officer at ZooTampa talks about the iniatives in place to help boost conservation efforts at the zoo.
Historic number of sea turtle nests this year
The Volusia County beach announced a historic number of sea turtle nests this season. Dr. Deby Cassill, associate professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at USF talks about the recent spike in sea turtles, and how decades of conservation aided these numbers.
The Volusia County beach announced a historic number of sea turtle nests this season. Dr. Deby Cassill, associate professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at USF talks about the recent spike in sea turtles, and how decades of conservation aided these numbers.
Recent rabies alerts in Tampa Bay community
Following two rabies alerts in the Tampa Bay area, it's important to know what to do in the case that someone comes across a rabies positive animal. Gayle Guidash, an administrator at the Citrus County Health Department, breaks down what you need to know.
Following two rabies alerts in the Tampa Bay area, it's important to know what to do in the case that someone comes across a rabies positive animal. Gayle Guidash, an administrator at the Citrus County Health Department, breaks down what you need to know.