Cybersecurity, choking hazards top dangerous toys list

With Black Friday fast approaching, the Florida Consumer Action Network released a list of toys parents should be cautious of buying as they hit the stores.

UCF suspends sorority for alleged hazing

A University of Central Florida has been suspended after its members were accused of hazing, underage drinking and providing false information to law enforcement.

A ‘Kind Mouse' with a big heart

In this season of giving, a lot of schoolkids can give thanks for a wonderful woman with a passion to help them. 

Polk's Irma debris cleanup work may last until January

Most of us would like to forget about Hurricane Irma. It is very difficult to do that, especially if you’re in Polk County. There is still debris on the side of many roads.

Trader Joe's recalls packaged salads over glass shards, plastic concerns

Trader Joe's says it has recalled several packaged salads after a supplier said there may be shards of glass or hard plastic inside.

Tampa Army reservist claims injury by Nutribullet blender

A popular blender is facing accusations that it can explode, severely injuring customers. Those claims include an Army reservist at MacDill Air Force Base whose case could become the first to go to trial, her attorney said Thursday.

For Tampa woman, big business in big bracelets

They are the colorful bracelets, rings, and earrings with precious stones taking over department stores and boutiques nationwide.  The jewelry line is called Bourbon and Bowties.

Dixie Hollins diver first Rebel to represent at state meet

When McKenna O'Reilly dove into her new sport a year ago, the humble Dixie Hollins High School junior had no idea how fast she'd pick it up. 

Florida Aquarium offers free tickets for veterans

The Florida Aquarium is offering a shark of a deal on admission to all service members on Veterans Day.

High-end clothes made from recycled goods gain popularity

An emerging trend in clothes is green, but not the color. Brightly-colored athletic gear is being made from trash -- plastic bottles and coffee grounds, specifically.

Rick Kriseman reelected St. Pete mayor

Within an hour of polls closing in St. Petersburg Tuesday, mayoral candidate Rick Baker conceded the race to Mayor Rick Kriseman. 

Drivers paying more for gas in Tampa Bay area

There’s a high demand and low supply for gas, meaning drivers will have to pay for it at the pump.

After 30 years, volunteer water aerobics instructor hangs up her towel

After a life of volunteering, Millie MacFaddan is retiring.  She's been teaching water aerobics for more than 30 years.   Her outstanding service is What's Right with Tampa Bay.

Retiree who portrays Santa Claus faces drug charges

A retiree who volunteers as a Santa Claus is facing drug charges alleging police found a crack pipe in his vehicle during a New Jersey traffic stop.

Regulators back Tampa Electric rate deal

For the second time in less than two weeks, state regulators Monday approved a settlement agreement that will limit base electric rates for customers of a major utility.

Gator removals at Disney rise after toddler's death

State wildlife officials say the number of alligators removed from Walt Disney World property more than doubled in the six months after a Nebraska toddler was killed when a gator pulled him into the water.

In Tampa stop, year-in-space astronaut shares his ups and downs

Record-setting astronaut Scott Kelly says the view from space is “indescribable” but he’ll do his best to put it into words during his stop at the Tampa Theatre tonight.