Jacquez Welch’s mom says her son's death is the start of his life-saving journey
The family of a high school football player who died suddenly this year is now redefining what “family” means to them through organ donation.
The family of a high school football player who died suddenly this year is now redefining what “family” means to them through organ donation.
Deputies investigate horse mutilation near Ocala
Tammy Davis said she received a phone call Thursday morning from the person who boards her horse Hotrod, saying the horse was attacked and died.
Tammy Davis said she received a phone call Thursday morning from the person who boards her horse Hotrod, saying the horse was attacked and died.
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.”
“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.”
Florida man loses more than 260 pounds, training for first full marathon
Chris is training for his first full marathon, a weekend of Disney races in January where he'll run a 5K, a 10K, a half and full marathon over four days. That's a total of 48.6 miles.
Chris is training for his first full marathon, a weekend of Disney races in January where he'll run a 5K, a 10K, a half and full marathon over four days. That's a total of 48.6 miles.
Florida man sentenced to one year in prison for beating puppy to death
The man killed the dog while trying to discipline him after coming home to a messy house.
The man killed the dog while trying to discipline him after coming home to a messy house.
Tampa toddler makes miracle recovery after near-drowning last week
A Tampa family is even more thankful than usual this Thanksgiving. Their toddler fell into the pool and nearly drowned, but the little girl didn’t just survive - she made a complete recovery.
A Tampa family is even more thankful than usual this Thanksgiving. Their toddler fell into the pool and nearly drowned, but the little girl didn’t just survive - she made a complete recovery.
Pasco Co. resident's lawsuit leads to claims Rep. Omar was recruited, funded by Qatari government
A lawsuit filed in Central Florida has triggered accusations that the government of Qatar is recruiting American politicians to serve its interests.
A lawsuit filed in Central Florida has triggered accusations that the government of Qatar is recruiting American politicians to serve its interests.
Miami man tells cops he killed AK-47 touting man during robbery attempt
A Miami man claimed he was forced to "empty" his Glock into a man's chest cavity during a brazen morning robbery attempt on Monday after the gunman pointed an AK-47 into his face and demanded jewelry.
A Miami man claimed he was forced to "empty" his Glock into a man's chest cavity during a brazen morning robbery attempt on Monday after the gunman pointed an AK-47 into his face and demanded jewelry.
TSA at Orlando International Airport find high-capacity magazines in infant's toy
The magazines were found inside an infant tox boy, which was made to look as if it was factory sealed.
The magazines were found inside an infant tox boy, which was made to look as if it was factory sealed.
Bear cub trapped in tree over tiger enclosure at Florida wildlife sanctuary
A bear cub is trapped in a tree over a tiger enclosure at the CARE Foundation animal sanctuary in Apopka. Authorities are waiting to see if the cub will come down, but there is a concern it may fall into the tiger pin.
A bear cub is trapped in a tree over a tiger enclosure at the CARE Foundation animal sanctuary in Apopka. Authorities are waiting to see if the cub will come down, but there is a concern it may fall into the tiger pin.
Florida investigators want to know who offered baby for sale online
The post reportedly said the person didn’t want to be judged for “not wanting these kids.”
The post reportedly said the person didn’t want to be judged for “not wanting these kids.”
Florida victim fights back against intruder, who then had to be hospitalized, police say
A Florida man who was attacked by an intruder on Saturday fought back, and now the suspect is in police custody, authorities said.
A Florida man who was attacked by an intruder on Saturday fought back, and now the suspect is in police custody, authorities said.
Big Cat Rescue takes in 3 tigers rescued from circus in Guatemala
Some tigers activists say three tigers were used and abused as part of traveling circuses in Central America -- and they arrived at Tampa's Big Cat Rescue Monday.
Some tigers activists say three tigers were used and abused as part of traveling circuses in Central America -- and they arrived at Tampa's Big Cat Rescue Monday.
Man loses nearly 200 pounds to join Army
A father changed his life to chase his dream of joining the military. The man lost more than 150 pounds to serve his country.
A father changed his life to chase his dream of joining the military. The man lost more than 150 pounds to serve his country.
Remains found in Alabama are those of missing Florida girl, investigators say
Authorities confirmed that human remains found in Alabama are those of missing Florida 5-year-old Taylor Williams.
Authorities confirmed that human remains found in Alabama are those of missing Florida 5-year-old Taylor Williams.
Police: Teen stabbed grandmother to death in St. Pete home
Neighbors loved her and co-workers say they considered her family. They are in disbelief after finding out a beloved mail carrier was stabbed to death early Monday morning.
Neighbors loved her and co-workers say they considered her family. They are in disbelief after finding out a beloved mail carrier was stabbed to death early Monday morning.
Holiday hazards: Avoid a mishap when you deep-fry a turkey or use a fresh Christmas tree
While the holiday season may be considered the most wonderful, decorative and satisfying (your belly) time of the year, it’s also a time when officials warn it could turn into one of the most dangerous times of the year – if you aren’t careful.
While the holiday season may be considered the most wonderful, decorative and satisfying (your belly) time of the year, it’s also a time when officials warn it could turn into one of the most dangerous times of the year – if you aren’t careful.
Man charged with murder after girlfriend's body found in his trunk in St. Pete
Police have made an arrest following the discovery of a woman's body in the trunk of a vehicle on Thursday in St. Petersburg.
Police have made an arrest following the discovery of a woman's body in the trunk of a vehicle on Thursday in St. Petersburg.
Deputies: Man locked child in room with no food, bucket of kitty litter for bathroom
An Ocala man is facing felony child neglect charges after investigators say he locked a child in a room with no food or access to a bathroom.
An Ocala man is facing felony child neglect charges after investigators say he locked a child in a room with no food or access to a bathroom.
Former 'Deadliest Catch' star charged with shoplifting from IKEA in Tampa
Tampa police arrested one of the former stars of the show, “Deadliest Catch.”
Tampa police arrested one of the former stars of the show, “Deadliest Catch.”