Tropical Storm Warning issued for parts of Bay Area as Alberto heads north

Alberto currently sits in the southeastern Gulf of Mexico and is on its way north. It is still an unorganized system being hampered by a decent amount of wind shear as some dry air on its west side.

Florida Supreme Court stays out of pot case

The Florida Supreme Court on Friday refused to jump into an ongoing legal battle about whether Tampa businessman Joe Redner should be able to grow his own medical marijuana to try to prevent a recurrence of lung cancer.

Florida judge rules patients can smoke marijuana

A state law banning patients from smoking medical marijuana is unconstitutional, a Tallahassee judge ruled late Friday.

Pedophiles using app to manipulate underage girls into sexual acts, sell recordings as child porn

A FOX 11 investigation has found that pedophiles are using the popular live streaming app Live.Me to manipulate underage girls into performing sexual acts, reward them with virtual currency, and then post screen captures or recordings of the girls online to be sold and distributed as child porn.

Bay Area college students on standby for lifesaving water rescues

While many in the Tampa Bay area are gearing up for a busy summer of boating, tubing, or fishing, one special group of college students is standing by in case you need help. 

Sarasota solar co-ops transform homes, energy bills

Twenty-five solar panels work to power up Lynn Nilssen's Sarasota County home.  She says the energy they produce covers about 75 percent of her home's electric needs. 

App promises on-demand lawn service in St. Pete

You can do just about anything from your smart phone -- shop, deposit a check, order pizza or a ride to the airport.  A new company is now letting most living in the Bay Area order lawn service through the push of a button. 

Bolts return to delighted fans after tying Eastern Conference Final

Bolts fans waited outside Sheltair jet center for the Tampa Bay Lightning's return Friday after tying up the Eastern Conference Final 2-all. 

After 46 years, popular Bern's server retires

Jamal Hussamy has spent his life serving others. Now, he is leaving behind 46 years of memories after working at Bern's Steakhouse.

FPL customers to get refund after Hurricane Matthew charges

Florida Power & Light has reached an agreement to refund $27.7 million to customers, in part because of an “over-recovery” of costs following Hurricane Matthew in 2016.

Nursery's specialty: Exotic but edible plants

What started out as a hobby has turned into a thriving homegrown business with for Jared Craig. Sow Exotic Nursery in Winter Haven has unusual edible plants from around the world.

Chili's reports payment card data breach

Did you go to a Chili's Bar and Grill early this year? If so, you may want to examine your credit and debit card.

Lightning primed for Game 2

After a productive Saturday practice, all quiet on the ice this morning during the time the Lightning would normally have their optional skate.

Mouth guard can help coaches, players prevent concussions

The football team at a Polk County school is testing out a new electronic mouth guard designed to prevent concussions.

From burgers to doughnuts, Bay Area chefs redefine vegan food

Veganism is the latest diet trend sweeping the nation. Millions of people are finding creative ways to cut meat, dairy and eggs out of their meals completely, without giving up taste and food options.

AirFest wraps up Navy Week activities

Kids at the Florida Aquarium got quite a fun surprise Tuesday for Navy Day.

Lightning fever takes over

Everywhere you look in the Tampa Bay area, it’s all about the Bolts. Even in church?