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.
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.
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.
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.
Lakeland Electric warns of phone scam
Officials with Lakeland Electric are again warning about a common scam.
Officials with Lakeland Electric are again warning about a common scam.
Pierre-Paul shares gruesome photos, warning about fireworks
Three years after a tragic accident involving fireworks left Jason Pierre-Paul with a mangled hand, the NFL defensive end shared never-before-seen-- and very graphic-- images of his injuries.
Three years after a tragic accident involving fireworks left Jason Pierre-Paul with a mangled hand, the NFL defensive end shared never-before-seen-- and very graphic-- images of his injuries.
For veterans, Independence Day is a reminder of a country worth fighting for
Independence Day can have a different meaning for different people. It can mean a time for loved ones to gather. It can mean a large fireworks display to celebrate America’s independence.
Independence Day can have a different meaning for different people. It can mean a time for loved ones to gather. It can mean a large fireworks display to celebrate America’s independence.
Tampa police: Left lanes are for passing vehicles, per Florida law
How fast or slow a vehicle travels in a left lane can be a polarizing topic among Florida drivers, but state law requires all drivers to treat it as a passing lane.
How fast or slow a vehicle travels in a left lane can be a polarizing topic among Florida drivers, but state law requires all drivers to treat it as a passing lane.
Tagged lionfish could win you $5000
For years, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has rewarded harvesters of the invasive lionfish for their efforts to limit the spread of this damaging species.
For years, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has rewarded harvesters of the invasive lionfish for their efforts to limit the spread of this damaging species.
Woman files lawsuit over husband's donated heart
Duane Mulville was a father of six and just 48 years old when he suddenly died last June. His wife Beverly, believes he may have suffered a heart attack -- and says it's important to find out.
Duane Mulville was a father of six and just 48 years old when he suddenly died last June. His wife Beverly, believes he may have suffered a heart attack -- and says it's important to find out.
Meet 3-year-old Eli: Clearwater's junior fire chief
It was a day a little boy will never forget: Eli Bright loves firefighters and he got the VIP treatment from Clearwater Fire Rescue.
It was a day a little boy will never forget: Eli Bright loves firefighters and he got the VIP treatment from Clearwater Fire Rescue.
BBQ restaurant-turned-church serves physical, spiritual food to homeless
Pastor Devlyn and Pastor Cornelius Hamilton know how to cook up a good meal. Six days a week, the husband-and-wife team feed the less fortunate inside a nondescript building on 40th Street in Tampa.
Pastor Devlyn and Pastor Cornelius Hamilton know how to cook up a good meal. Six days a week, the husband-and-wife team feed the less fortunate inside a nondescript building on 40th Street in Tampa.
Acclaimed chef now serves up much more than food
Benito D’Azzo is responsible for feeding hundreds of people a day -- all for free. This chef with expert experience from swanky locations downtown now serves the down and out instead.
Benito D’Azzo is responsible for feeding hundreds of people a day -- all for free. This chef with expert experience from swanky locations downtown now serves the down and out instead.
Daughter surprises dad with news she's cancer-free
A dad in Madeira Beach got the birthday surprise of a lifetime Tuesday when his daughter revealed her cancer was in remission.
A dad in Madeira Beach got the birthday surprise of a lifetime Tuesday when his daughter revealed her cancer was in remission.
Dream boxes filled with books for all reading levels in USF-area
In the heart of Tampa’s University Area stands a beautiful bright-colored building welcoming visitors to the Harvest Hope Park. It’s one of the many new additions to the USF area, including "dream boxes," which are basically miniature libraries filled with books for every age and every reading level.
In the heart of Tampa’s University Area stands a beautiful bright-colored building welcoming visitors to the Harvest Hope Park. It’s one of the many new additions to the USF area, including "dream boxes," which are basically miniature libraries filled with books for every age and every reading level.
Life-size cutouts of shelter pets drive adoptions
A local photographer, garden store, and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay have joined together to help shelter dogs get adopted.
A local photographer, garden store, and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay have joined together to help shelter dogs get adopted.
First human case of virus spread by mosquitoes reported in North Florida
It’s mosquito season and it’s almost impossible to avoid being bitten.
It’s mosquito season and it’s almost impossible to avoid being bitten.
Land O' Lakes teen recovering after puss caterpillar sting
One touch from a caterpillar common in Florida can send you to the hospital. A Land O' Lakes teen found out the hard way about the dangers of the southern flannel moth caterpillar, also known as the puss caterpillar or tree asp.
One touch from a caterpillar common in Florida can send you to the hospital. A Land O' Lakes teen found out the hard way about the dangers of the southern flannel moth caterpillar, also known as the puss caterpillar or tree asp.
Florida Republicans speak out against migrant family separation policy
Republican leaders across the state of Florida are opposing President Trump’s zero-tolerance policy, which has significantly increased the number of migrant families separated at the border.
Republican leaders across the state of Florida are opposing President Trump’s zero-tolerance policy, which has significantly increased the number of migrant families separated at the border.
Clearwater studio offers dance classes to fight dementia
A 2003 study led by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City found that dancing may drastically reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s or dementia.
A 2003 study led by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City found that dancing may drastically reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s or dementia.
First responders help make boy's birthday special
Jamie Sprout is turning 12 years old, and that's a big deal because he wasn't supposed to live more than a few months.
Jamie Sprout is turning 12 years old, and that's a big deal because he wasn't supposed to live more than a few months.