Southern Florida Make-A-Wish grants Sarasota boy's playground dream
Four-year-old Wyatt Ipe couldn't be happier after going through a surprise playground at his Sarasota, Florida home. The experience means everything to him and his parents, Jon and Crystal.
Hillsborough firefighters paint WWII veteran's home
World War II veteran William Velez might be blind, but he hasn’t lost sight of the kindness of strangers. The Hillsborough County Fire Department brought an army of volunteers to paint the 89-year-old man's home in Tampa.
Historic Civil War-era piano donated to USF School of Music
The USF School of Music has a new addition that's actually something old. The school recently was gifted a Civil War-era Steinway piano.
Tampa lottery winner gives millions to fund education programs
A Tampa lottery winner is following through on his promise to give back toward education.
Program started during Tampa Super Bowl continues changing lives in Bay Area
The Super Bowl brought thousands of visitors to the Bay Area in 2009, but long after the fans left a housing program that came with the NFL's marquis event remains.
Tears flow as aging military dog gets hero's sendoff in Lakeland
A retired military working dog was honored with an emotional goodbye by his veterinarian in Lakeland.
Rays' Arroyo gets kick out of donating shoes
The Tampa Bay Rays report for spring training in Port Charlotte next month. In the meantime, infielder Christian Arroyo is doing a good deed.
Tarpon Springs-based non-profit hosting benefit for families impacted by shutdown
A Tarpon Springs, Florida non-profit is gearing up to help Bay Area U.S. Coast Guard workers and their families who may not get a paycheck January 15.
Tech-based band introduces kids to playing music with iPads
If you walk past the auditorium in Sanders Memorial Elementary in Land O' Lakes, you might think the school has a full band. Music blasts through the hallways during rehearsal.
Tampa boy to hold public birthday party to teach kindness, raise medical funds
An inspiring Tampa boy has been in and out of the hospital his entire life, and still makes time to bring kindness to all. He wants to spread his message by throwing a birthday party, open to everyone and anyone.
Man on a mission to mow lawns for those in need arrives in Florida
A man is on a mission to mow lawns in all 50 states, and he has finally reached Florida.
Hillsborough teachers operate school food pantries twice a week
In Hillsborough County, several schools provide more than just an education.
Instead of toys, kids ask Santa for families' basic needs
Somehow, Santa always seems to know what good boys and girls need at Christmas -- especially when he gets some help from lots of police officers and firefighters.
Mourning mother's simple gesture moves stranger to tears
A grieving mother is channeling her pain in a remarkable way: Tara Jones does one act of kindness every day in honor of her late son.
WWII veteran reunited with dog tags 74 years later
An Army veteran, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, was reunited with an original piece of his identification -- 74 years later.
Dance classes at Straz teach more than technique
A talented group of dancers helped FOX 13’s Chip Brewster leap into beginning ballet and tap dancing at the Straz Center Tuesday.
Clearwater police find stolen doughnut van, share treats with homeless
It was a lucky day for some Florida police officers who recovered a stolen van filled with Krispy Kreme doughnuts.
'Foreigner' records special version 80s hit song to benefit Shriners Hospitals
Across the country, Shriners Hospitals for Children focus on caring for kids like Alec Cabacungan, who has been a patient since he was two months old.
Chick-Fil-A surprises regular customer with 100th birthday party
The staff at Chick-Fil-A in Oldsmar hosted a very special party for a very special customer Friday: one of the store's regulars was turning 100,
Ruby, a furry fire victim, will become the next Palm Harbor firefighter
A soon-to-be fire dog in Palm Harbor had a will to live after surviving a deadly house fire in Georgia.