Tampa man's quest to beat type 2 diabetes becomes mission to help cure pediatric cancer
A Tampa man started a quest to beat his type two diabetes by hopping on his bike. He lost 80 pounds but he also found a new call to action that could help save the lives of children fighting cancer.
Bay Area businesses donate new roof to foster family in need
When a family of 18 was in need of a new roof, Man Up Tampa Bay stepped in to help.
Hugging station reunites loved ones at Alpharetta assisted living facility
An assisted living home in Alpharetta, Georgia recently introduced "hugging stations" at their facility to help residents who may be separated from loved ones due to the pandemic.
Beaming barista gets $2,000 tip, thanks to 'Venmo Challenge'
A New Port Richey barista just got a tip of more than $2,000, thanks to people all over the world. It’s part of a new social media trend called the "Venmo Challenge” that has finally reached the Bay Area.
Venice hopes 'positivity walls' will build a better community
Outside the Sky Family YMCA in Venice, colorful tags hang from a lattice wall. Each carries a powerful message.
Young cancer survivor gives puppy to Bradenton child who completed chemotherapy for brain tumor
A 6-year-old presented a puppy to a 4-year-old who is battling brain cancer.
Pinellas mom gets extra surprise on Habitat for Humanity move-in day
A mother of six now has a new home to raise her family in thanks to Habitat for Humanity and former Buccaneers star Warrick Dunn.
‘Lucky’ cat gets adopted after being rescued from 2 concrete pillars in Winter Haven
A cat with nine lives was rescued from two concrete pillars and then got adopted.
Long-lost brothers meet for first time, thanks to DNA test
Imagine living most of your life thinking you're an only child, only to realize you have not one, but two siblings. This was the case for Mel Adler, who got to meet his two brothers for the very first time Tuesday night at Tampa International Airport.
Plant City teacher becomes TikTok famous with positive videos -- and a little help from Lizzo
It started as a teaching tool in his classroom, and then the videos posted on TikTok went viral. Plant City high school teacher Casey Hamilton now has four million followers.
Boy with cerebral palsy sets goal of running 5K around Ronald McDonald House
An 11-year-old in St. Pete dreams of one day walking on his own, without the help of a walker.
Orlando student with cerebral palsy rejoices on return to school following coronavirus lockdown
Not everyone looks forward to their first day back at school, but one Florida teen couldn’t contain her excitement as her school bus arrived to take her back to the classroom on Friday, August 21.
Hitting a high note; Tampa middle school custodian makes music for teachers, students
The 60-year-old school maintenance worker came to the U.S. eight years ago from Cuba with extraordinary musical talent.
Couple helps Manatee County paramedics give back to community
For community paramedics in Manatee County, the job goes beyond treating patients.
Strike a pose: Bradenton seniors recreate famous portraits to prevent boredom amid pandemic
The Villas of Holly Brook in Bradenton has been on lockdown since March 13 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Activities coordinator Michelle McKinley keeps the residents busy with activities and games, but her latest effort is a real work of art.
Tampa woman sends poems to every police department, sheriff's office in U.S. to 'spread love'
Aja Anderson took on a very ambitious project starting in mid-June, where she wrote a poem, put it on a special postcard, and has been sending it to every single police department and sheriff's office in the United States.
Pinellas sewing group crafts masks for vets after COVID-19 canceled fundraiser
The Crafty Ladies of Sherwood Forest sew masks and donate them to the ServiceSource Veterans Mall, a local storeroom of household items given to veterans transitioning from homelessness to apartment living.
Michigan police hail 2 boys for returning cash-filled wallet
Two Michigan boys found a wallet stuffed with more than $500 in cash — and rather than keep it, they turned it in to police.
Florida baby, rescued calf delight social media with Chick-fil-A photoshoot
A one-year-old and a baby cow are getting a lot of attention for their adorable, Chick-fil-A-themed photoshoot.
Doctor walking to baseball stadiums to raise awareness
Give Dr. Dave Mayer a pass for wearing a Cubs jersey to Tropicana Field, but only because he arrived for a good cause.