'Flight to the North Pole' enters 40th year supporting children facing the hardest medical conditions
It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families.
It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families.
Manufacturer of high-quality artwork expands headquarters in Pinellas County
There's a good chance the artwork you see the next time you stay in a hotel was manufactured in the Tampa Bay Area at Wendover Art Group. Now, the company has added 69,000 square feet to its headquarters, and doubled its manufacturing capacity.
There's a good chance the artwork you see the next time you stay in a hotel was manufactured in the Tampa Bay Area at Wendover Art Group. Now, the company has added 69,000 square feet to its headquarters, and doubled its manufacturing capacity.
Rollover crash on State Road 60 leaves man dead, woman and child flown to hospital
A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
Dead body found in empty Tampa lot, police say
Tampa police are investigating after a man’s dead body was found in an empty lot Friday morning.
Tampa police are investigating after a man’s dead body was found in an empty lot Friday morning.
Social media helps connect woman with Bucs, brings Christmas to dozens of foster children
With the help of social media, one woman in Tampa Bay is helping bring Christmas to dozens of foster children.
With the help of social media, one woman in Tampa Bay is helping bring Christmas to dozens of foster children.
Florida health officials explore overhaul of school vaccine requirements
Florida’s Department of Health convened a meeting today to examine potential changes to vaccination requirements for schools and childcare facilities, along with the process families use to opt out of mandates.
Florida’s Department of Health convened a meeting today to examine potential changes to vaccination requirements for schools and childcare facilities, along with the process families use to opt out of mandates.
Nobel Peace Prize winner rescued by Tampa-based organization
A Tampa-based organization conducted a complex and secret mission to get the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner out of her home country of Venezuela.
A Tampa-based organization conducted a complex and secret mission to get the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner out of her home country of Venezuela.
New USF president announced, Moez Limayem will start in 2026
Moez Limayem will be the University of South Florida's ninth president.
Moez Limayem will be the University of South Florida's ninth president.
Final ride: Disney sets closing date for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
The Muppets will be taking over the coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in summer 2026.
The Muppets will be taking over the coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in summer 2026.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Volunteer outfits half of Belleair Elementary with new uniforms: 'Brings me joy'
A longtime Belleair Elementary volunteer spent the past few months doing something major for the school: making sure kids had the clothing they needed to feel comfortable in class.
A longtime Belleair Elementary volunteer spent the past few months doing something major for the school: making sure kids had the clothing they needed to feel comfortable in class.
Florida AG sues Roblox, claiming it misled parents and exposed kids to predators
Florida’s Attorney General is taking Roblox to court, alleging the company created an environment where adults can easily pose as children, contact minors and lure them into unsafe interactions.
Florida’s Attorney General is taking Roblox to court, alleging the company created an environment where adults can easily pose as children, contact minors and lure them into unsafe interactions.
St. Pete's long-awaited Tangerine Plaza development gets another extension
The St. Petersburg City Council is moving forward with plans to revitalize a crucial area in South St. Pete. Residents have been waiting for a grocery store in their neighborhood for seven years. On Thursday, the council heard from both supporters and critics during a lengthy discussion.
The St. Petersburg City Council is moving forward with plans to revitalize a crucial area in South St. Pete. Residents have been waiting for a grocery store in their neighborhood for seven years. On Thursday, the council heard from both supporters and critics during a lengthy discussion.
Tampa first responders rescue 86-year-old man blowing leaves off roof
An afternoon doing chores on Wednesday took a scary turn for an 86-year-old Tampa man.
An afternoon doing chores on Wednesday took a scary turn for an 86-year-old Tampa man.
Blanket giveaway helps Tampa Bay families stay warm this holiday season
This holiday season, cooler nights and rising costs are hitting families throughout the Tampa Bay area.
This holiday season, cooler nights and rising costs are hitting families throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Pinellas County leaders discuss next steps to transform old landfill site into premier youth sports complex
Pinellas County could soon be on the way to having one of the best youth sports facilities in the country.
Pinellas County could soon be on the way to having one of the best youth sports facilities in the country.
Polk County Fire Rescue rallies around paramedic injured in ambulance crash
Polk County Fire Rescue is rallying around one of their own after he was injured during an ambulance crash on Monday. They're staying by the side of John Parris, 32, 24/7 while he's in the hospital.
Polk County Fire Rescue is rallying around one of their own after he was injured during an ambulance crash on Monday. They're staying by the side of John Parris, 32, 24/7 while he's in the hospital.
Man arrested in deadly shooting outside Tampa sports bar, police say
Police say a man is facing a second-degree murder charge in connection to a shooting that left a man dead outside a Tampa sports bar in September.
Police say a man is facing a second-degree murder charge in connection to a shooting that left a man dead outside a Tampa sports bar in September.
Travelers must have a REAL ID by February, or they'll be charged
The TSA is warning travelers that they must have a REAL ID by February or pay up.
The TSA is warning travelers that they must have a REAL ID by February or pay up.
More than $450K raised for the Ronald McDonald House Tampa Bay
The Ronald McDonald House of Tampa Bay rang in the end of the year with one of its final fundraisers.
The Ronald McDonald House of Tampa Bay rang in the end of the year with one of its final fundraisers.