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.

Hillsborough schools testing all water supplies for lead

The Hillsborough County School district is taking on a daunting task -- testing the lead levels in the water supplies in schools.

Shriners Hospital personalizes prosthetics for children

There is a remarkable lab inside Shriners Hospital in Tampa that helps make children’s imaginations become a part of them.

Spend the summer learning to skate -- and fall

At camp, all skill levels are welcome. Skatepark of Tampa has three different courses, ranging from beginner to a professional course. 

Mole Patrol: Free skin cancer screenings on Clearwater Beach

One in five Americans will develop skin cancer. Just this year alone, doctors will diagnose more than 5 million people with the disease.

Capital murder charges filed against suspected serial killer

A man suspected in a series of crimes in the Houston area has been charged with two counts of capital murder.

Outlet mall debuts app that allows shoppers to reserve parking spaces

In 2018, you can order take-out to be delivered by robot. You can have a cab delivered by the swipe of a finger. And now, the hassle of finding parking is solved from the palm of your hand.

Cownose rays at Zoo Tampa predict World Cup winner

A couple of cownose rays at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park have predicted the winner of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

FWC announces additional alligator harvesting permits

An additional 1,313 alligator harvest permits will be available for county-wide units this year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced.

Scientists work to unlock sharks' cancer-fighting secret

For over 60 years, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota has been educating the public about sharks. During most of that time, senior scientists Carl Luer and Cathy Walsh have learned a lot about these mysterious marine creatures -- specifically, the shark immune system.