Pelicans back in the wild after Pinellas sanctuary’s first release since devastating hurricanes

Joan Wylie had never carried a pelican under her arm, but on Tuesday, she carried at least 8 or 10 of them from the Seacoast Seabird Sanctuary around 75 yards to the beach at Indian Shores. 

FEMA ending housing assistance for people who no longer qualify for the program following hurricanes

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is ending transitional shelter assistance Tuesday for families displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but who the agency determined no longer qualify for the program.

Churches band together after damage from recent hurricanes

Since the storms in September and October, the congregation from Engaging Heaven Church has been meeting at Faith Community Church in Seminole.

‘Hurricane Heroes’ recognized by Kathy Castor for helping others after Helene, Milton

Several Good Samaritans were honored by Congresswoman Kathy Castor on Friday as "hurricane heroes" for their efforts to help neighbors recover following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Here's how surviving a natural disaster can change your brain chemistry

In Los Angeles, a hellscape of flames has sent thousands fleeing from their homes as wildfires instantly incinerated lifetimes of memories.

Tampa's housing market slides in national rankings, experts remain optimistic

While the Tampa housing market may not be growing as fast as it was, it's still growing and is still one of the top housing markets in the country. 

Institutional Florida citrus grow is winding down operation amid struggles

Orange groves owned by Alico have been at the heart of Florida's citrus industry for 100 years, but production has declined by over 70% over the past 10 years.  

FEMA assistance: Deadline to apply looms for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene, Milton

If you had damage during Hurricanes Helene or Milton, Tuesday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance. Residents who haven't applied yet can still apply online before the deadline at 11:59 p.m. 

FEMA hurricane assistance application deadline on Tuesday, Jan. 7

Homeowners and renters in Florida who experienced losses or damage from Hurricane Milton or Helene have one day remaining to apply for FEMA assistance.