After tragedy, family pushes for lifeguards on cruise ships

Destination, amenities, price -- all considerations you ask about when you book a cruise.  But there's a different question you should be asking, especially if you're cruising with kids: "Is there a lifeguard?"

Company helps Metro Ministries help others

They may be simple necessities, but hygiene items are making a big difference to hundreds in need.

School's summer camp has Chinese focus

Students at a local high school learning a language from the Far East. How it is changing their lives is What's Right with Tampa Bay.

Heartbroken mom: Please teach kids about down syndrome, so they will be kind to my son (and others)

A heartbroken mom who watched her son repeatedly get rejected by other kids at a public pool is sharing her story on Facebook in a post that has gone viral. Kristen Rumphol's son Brandon has down syndrome, and he has a hard time communicating.

Derek Jeter opens new treatment center in Brandon

Derek Jeter is best known for his hall of fame worthy play on the field, but it may be at the new Derek Jeter Center in Brandon where the former Yankee's work truly changes lives.

Couple who believe in prayer healing charged in baby's death

Two members of an Oregon church that shuns traditional medicine in favor of prayer and anointing the sick with oils were arrested Monday in the death of their premature baby.

Camp Lejeune veterans face battle for children's health

After years of waiting, the Department of Veterans Affairs expanded disability benefits to affected Camp Lejeune vets last year. But some say they believe their spouses and children were affected as well, but they cannot get access to the benefits.

Hurricane season arrives after 2016 wakeup call

After ending an 11-year stormless streak in 2016, Florida enters its annual hurricane season on Thursday with forecasters predicting an above-average season.

All Children's, United Healthcare contract renegotiations impacting patients

Contract renegotiations between United Healthcare Insurance and All Children's Hospital in St. Pete is at a standstill - and the dispute leaves many patients stuck in the middle.

Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band dies at age 69

A publicist for rock legend Gregg Allman says the organist and singer for The Allman Brothers Band has died. He was 69.

Bay Area Chipotle restaurants affected by security breach

Chipotle Mexican Grill says there was a security breach that affected more than 15 Tampa Bay area locations.

Youngest FL House rep. pioneers online classes bill

Through Facebook videos, State Representative Amber Mariano is giving her Pasco County constituents a look inside her new world in the Florida House in Tallahassee.

Basketball helps keep Venice man young

A basketball player from Venice will at next month's Senior Games. He's found a way to fulfill his passion later in life.

Forecasters predict above-normal Atlantic hurricane season

Warm ocean waters could fuel an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season, while storm-suppressing El Nino conditions are expected to be scarce, U.S. government forecasters said Thursday.

Veterans suffering in silence

For years, politicians and watchdogs have slammed our government for failing our veterans.  VA Secretary David Shulkin took the helm this year and has promised to do better. But he's dealing with some challenges you may not expect.

Alcohol-infused ice cream store opens

An adult treat -- alcohol-infused ice cream -- is available at Tipsy Scoop, which opened two weeks ago on East 26th Street in Manhattan.

VA looks for ways to curb veteran suicide crisis

The Department of Veterans Affairs says the suicide rate for veterans has surged in recent years, and VA Secretary David Shulkin is looking for ways to stop it.