CPR app helps crowd-source lifesaving

Every year, more than three quarters of a million people suffer heart attacks, and many of them end up being fatal.  Now, Polk County has started using an app designed to get you help faster than ever before.

Beach Patrol keeps Clearwater swimmers safe

Seven days a week, the Clearwater Beach Patrol scans the Gulf Coast waters for swimmers in trouble. 

Rabid cat shot after attacking man in Gibsonton

A  man was able to shoot and kill a rabid cat as it jumped from the bushes to attack him, according to the Hillsborough County Department of Health (DOH-Hillsborough).

Taking a swing at Topgolf

Florida is certainly known for having some of the best golf courses in the world, but especially this time of year, the humid and tropical weather doesn’t cooperate with plans for a tee time. 

Gwen Graham makes last-minute push for votes at Tampa church

With election day less than two days away, several candidates for statewide office were in the Tampa area looking for votes.

Why Tampa is so important in Tuesday's primary election

The seven candidates for governor have spent significant time in the Tampa Bay area campaigning over the past year. 

Rabid stray cat attacks three in Tampa

A 60-day rabies alert has been issued for parts of Tampa after three people were attacked by a stray cat that was found to be rabid.

Florida promises to reimburse motorists after Sunpass toll troubles

After a major malfunction of the state's main toll road billing system, Florida said it would begin reimbursing motorists who were charged bank fees as a result of all the problems.

DOH Pinellas: 3 cases of measles reported in 3 days

Two more people have come down with measles in Pinellas County, bringing the total to three cases in as many days.

Bay Area shufflers fill new courts in Tampa Heights

Shuffleboard has been played for centuries, but there's a renewed interest in the game. Now, shufflers are filling the courts in the new Tampa Heights facility, Shuffle, on N. Tampa Street. 

Opioid makers slapped with lawsuit from Hillsborough Co.

Whether its big tobacco, big oil, or big pharmaceutical companies, Attorney Mike Moore isn't afraid of a fight.

Gov. Scott declares state of emergency for red tide crisis

Tons of dead fish. A smell so awful you gag with one inhale. Empty beaches, empty roads, empty restaurants.

Former WWE star Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart dies at 63

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, who joined with brother-in-law Bret Hart to form one of the top tag teams in the 1980s with the WWE, has died. He was 63.

Lakeland baker brings movie magic to his confections

You walk by and it’s nearly impossible to not take a second look, then wander into Cake Makers Studio, downtown Lakeland’s newest addition.

Experts warn parents about plastics in microwaves

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging parents to rethink how they use microwaves and dishwashers in conjunction with their children's plastic bottles and food containers. 

Tiny kitten rescued from storm drain by Clearwater Fire

Clearwater firefighters went beyond the call of duty Saturday to rescue a kitten from a storm drain. 

Inside the University of Florida's anti-shoplifting 'store'

University of Florida researchers are getting inside the mind of a shoplifter with the help of new technology. Sorboni Banerjee got an inside look at how stores are learning better ways to stop theft.