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Karen McGinnis Vaughn once hid her addiction in shame, walking the streets homeless. Now she's celebrating 11 years of sobriety and helping patients at North Tampa Behavioral Health Center find their own path to recovery.
A quick-thinking Tampa resident didn't wait for firefighters when he spotted flames on a second-story balcony. He climbed up and put out the fire himself, potentially saving lives and preventing major property damage.
The Baltimore Orioles refused to quit, overcoming four separate deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays in a thrilling 13-inning marathon. Colton Cowser sealed the comeback with his second walkoff home run in two days.
Volunteers cleaned headstones, placed flags, and spoke names aloud at Tampa's oldest cemetery, keeping memories alive since 1850. Community members joined forces to preserve history while honoring those who served.
A Florida man who had a stroke at age seven can now move his paralyzed arm again, thanks to a tiny implanted device that reawakens dormant nerves. The FDA-approved technology is giving hope to patients who lost function decades ago.
Two Tampa Bay high school flag football teams brought home state championship trophies, continuing a decade-long legacy of excellence. Robinson claimed its 10th consecutive title while Lennard upset the top seed for an emotional victory.
The Tampa Bay Lightning honored eight community champions with $50,000 grants each this spring, bringing their total community giving to over $36 million since 2011. Among the heroes: a wrongfully convicted man now helping others, a Paralympic gold medalist, and an NFL star giving back.
A 22-year-old minor league pitcher told his coach "I'm finishing this game" and delivered the minors' first solo nine-inning no-hitter since 2022. Aidan Cremarosa struck out 11 batters and came one pitch away from a perfect game.
The Tampa Bay Rays were projected to finish last in their division this season, but they've roared to a 27-13 record and the best performance in the American League. Their secret weapon? What pitcher Shane McClanahan calls "the power of friendship."
Rising WWE superstar Bron Breakker just landed the biggest victory of his main roster career, defeating multi-time champion Seth Rollins at Backlash in Tampa. The win launches the young wrestler into championship contention and marks his official arrival as a top-tier competitor.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Emeka Egbuka, who goes by "Christ Follower" on Instagram, is using his NFL platform to share his faith and serve his community. The Ohio State national champion found God five years ago during a difficult time and now dedicates himself to spreading hope both on and off the field.
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman returned to hockey with renewed hope after taking a month off to prioritize his mental health. The 17-year NHL veteran is showing teammates and fans that seeking help is strength, not weakness.
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is sharing why he stepped away from hockey during the playoffs, and his courage is opening doors for others. The 17-year veteran prioritized his mental health, proving leadership means taking care of yourself first.
A brother and sister are starring in a powerful play about real Holocaust survivors who were also siblings. The multimedia show runs through May 17 at freeFall Theatre, bringing history to life for new generations. #
Ellie York turned to art during her childhood cancer treatment and discovered a powerful way to heal. Now she's sharing her creative passion to bring hope to others facing their own battles.
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz made a spectacular diving catch to rob his close friend and fellow Dominican player Junior Caminero during their game. The two had been chatting and laughing together just hours earlier during batting practice.
After a decade of advocacy, Tampa's historic Ybor City is restoring its iconic brick streets with 60,000 handlaid bricks. The project brings back old-world charm while naturally slowing traffic to protect pedestrians.
Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky became the youngest player ever to score a hat trick in a playoff opener, lifting his team to a stunning 4-3 overtime victory against the heavily favored Tampa Bay Lightning. The 22-year-old's three power-play goals, including the overtime winner, marked a historic breakthrough for both the player and the franchise.
A Florida law firm just launched a scholarship that gives injury survivors a platform to share their stories and earn $2,500 for college. Students can apply by submitting a short video about their journey of resilience.
Tampa General Hospital is testing a dissolving scaffold that could help men recover bladder control faster after prostate surgery. The device supports healing for nine months, then safely disappears.
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