Florida officials: Third child dies from flu in 2018-19 season

The Florida Department of Health says a child died after contracting the flu, marking the third child to die as a result of the disease during the 2018-2019 season. 

Mom-to-be embraces all things Florida in photo shoot

A mom-to-be from Tampa, Florida embraced some of the Sunshine State's sterotypes for a very special maternity shoot and it's as Florida as Florida gets.

Fans pack Amalie Arena for Lightning's Hockey Day

The cheers of Tampa Bay Lightning fans could be heard throughout Amalie Arena Saturday night as they witnessed the Bolt's big 5-4 win over the Penguins. But just hours later on Sunday morning, the arena was once again packed for the Lightning's seventh annual Hockey Day. 

'Isle of Misfits' is home for handicapped, older pets to promote adopting the 'underdogs'

Pets don't typically see disabilities or discouragements; they just feel love. One St. Petersburg woman showers them with it. Her crusade is to save misfit animals of all kinds.

Bill Cosby, 81, moved to general unit at Pennsylvania prison

Bill Cosby has been moved to a general population unit as he serves three to 10 years in prison for sexual assault in Pennsylvania.

Fans ready for upcoming baseball season at Rays Fan Fest

It may not be baseball season just yet, but that didn't stop droves of fans from coming out to Tropicana Field to show support for their Tampa Bay Rays during 2019 Fan Fest. 

Watch: Dolphin playfully swims around See Through Canoe

A dolphin was feeling especially playful when he spotted a canoeist on the water off St. Petersburg, Florida Wednesday.

Brooksville family shares parents' WWII love letters

Jim Bartlett has a treasure trove of love letters his father Albert wrote to his wife Ester while he was overseas during World War II.

Punxsutawney Phil does not see shadow, forecasts early spring

It may be hard to believe as a large swath of the U.S. thaws out from a bitter polar vortex, but spring is coming early, according to handlers for some of the country's most famous prognosticating groundhogs.

DeSantis signs executive order to abolish Common Core in Florida

In another reversal of former Florida Gov. Scott's policies, Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered an end to Common Core-type educational standards in Florida.

Strawberry season kicks off with Florida Strawberry Restaurant Week

It's one of Florida’s sweetest times of the year. Strawberry season is officially here and berry lovers can enjoy a full week focused on foods centered around these red, juicy berries.

Rainbow grilled cheese, Cuban pizza, enormous cheese stick among new fair foods

Foodies across Florida await the moment each year when the list of new foods being served at the Florida State Fair is released. For 2019, the wait is over. 

Tampa woman honors veterans by knitting U.S. flag

A Tampa woman is honoring veterans for their sacrifice and service to America, and she's doing it one stitch at a time.

Daisy the therapy dog spreads a little joy to children at the Ronald McDonald House

For most animal lovers, dogs are more than just pets. All it takes is the wag of a tail or a look into their sweet puppy eyes, and people just feel better. 

Port Richey woman is one of the few to become an ASE Master Technician

Nikki Brock has always had a drive that took her where not a lot of women would steer. She has always been interested in cars, ever since she was a teenager. Today, her passion for pistons made her one of the select few in the country to become an ASE Master Technician.  

Smoothie shop owner turns to plant-based straws

At Extreme Juice Smoothies in Tampa, you’ve got all the standards for making a smoothie -- frozen fruit, ice, juice -- are all blended into your favorite fruity concoction.