St. Pete officers pay it forward by buying toys for 200 kids in time for Christmas
Police officers in St. Petersburg traded their patrol cars for shopping carts Tuesday morning.
Restaurant's tradition of giving back comes full circle
Andres Bautista was last at Donatello Italian Restaurant in 2012, one of the many at-risk teens invited to its annual Thanksgiving celebration. Sitting in these same chairs today, he can remember how he felt then, and how far he's come since.
Church pays off $1.62-million of medical debt for families
“We found out that there’s over $3 million in deferred medical debt in our city,” said Access Church’s lead pastor Jason Burns. "This $3 million is owned by people who live at less than half of the federal poverty line.”
Wild mustangs are no match for this 18-year-old
She's only 18, but is fast developing a reputation for her skill at training mustangs. Her mom says she has a gift, and she’s using it to help find homes for these majestic horses.
Afternoon of free laundry takes load off for Tampa families
Dozens of Tampa families got a take a load off Tuesday with three hours of free laundry, thanks to the Tampa Police Department.
Gobble Wobble 5K: Girl's idea to give back becomes annual Thanksgiving tradition
In less than three days, hundreds of people will participate in the Gobble Wobble 5K in Safety Harbor. It's become an annual Thanksgiving event that started out as a class project when a third grader saw a problem in her community.
Polk teen spends 7 days camping on top of semi, raises $10K for charity
A 14-year-old boy and his dad have been living on top of a semi truck in Polk County for seven days – and it’s all for a good cause.
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer is delivering Thanksgiving meals to first responders in Pinellas, Hillsborough
A legend with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is paying it forward this holiday season by giving his “thanks” to first responders.
Much-anticipated park helps connect, improve University Area
After four years of planning and hard work, Harvest Hope Park in the University Area is officially open. It's complete with sports fields, a community garden, and even a pond where residents can fish.
Over the years, Southeastern Guide Dogs has improved the lives of thousands
Southeastern Guide Dogs first launched in 1982 in Apollo Beach. A few years later, they moved to Palmetto. Today, Southeastern Guide Dogs has graduated more than 3,100 guide dogs and service dog teams.
Dream wedding donated to couple so grandfather could attend
A St. Pete couple’s dream wedding was made possible – at the last minute – thanks to complete strangers.
Singing sanitation worker takes the stage after sundown
Tron Montgomery starts his job collecting garbage at 4:30 a.m. and at night he's lighting up the stage.
Happiness: Man on a mission to spread good vibes in Pinellas County
Gary has seen a lot of low points in life. He battled PTSD and lost his son to suicide. Now, he's doing what he can to spread happiness throughout his Pinellas County community.
Venice men honored for saving woman from sinking car
Two strangers were brought together by fate.
Habitat for Humanity 'raising the roof' for veteran and his brother
Habitat for Humanity Hillsborough County volunteers 'raised the roof' on a new home for US Air Force veteran Vincent Smith, and his brother.
17 families welcome new members on Adoption Day in Pasco County
Twenty children in Pasco County officially became permanent members of homes and families Friday during an Adoption Day ceremony.
Just in time for Veterans Day, Tampa second-grader gets surprise
Second-grader Coral Pena got the surprise of a lifetime on Friday when her father, an active-duty Army service member, unexpectedly appeared at her school after more than a year away from home.
Photographer offers free sessions to families with a child fighting a life-threatening illness
A photo shoot with a baby in a hospital room isn't always a happy occasion for photographer Sherry Kendrick -- but on this day, it is.
Fox Nation Patriot Awards, held in St. Pete, honors everyday heroes
The FOX Nation Patriot Awards was held at St. Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater, honoring veterans, first responders, and everyday people who make a difference in their communities -- including one of Tampa's finest.
SWAT officers surprise boy hit by truck on Halloween
Dominick dressed up as a SWAT officer for Halloween, but while he was trick-or-treating, he was hit by a truck and had to be hospitalized for several days. When Pasco SWAT officers heard his story, they knew just the way to cheer him up.