Senate confirms Linda McMahon: What this means for the Department of Education
The former WWE CEO will now lead the Department of Education with its future uncertain amid President Donald Trump’s pledge to eliminate the agency.
Pinellas students find inspiration during annual STEM Day field trip to Grand Prix
Tampa Bay area students had a pretty cool field trip Friday at the Grand Prix.
Buck O'Neil's legacy lives on as Sarasota 4th graders learn about baseball great
Growing up in Sarasota, Buck O’Neil’s love of baseball was fostered.
Tampa library dedicated to civil rights icon needs the public’s help recovering from Hurricane Milton
A cornerstone of Tampa's black history remains damaged by Hurricane Milton.
Tampa state senator draws from personal experience as he proposes loosening teenage labor laws in state
A bill recently proposed by a Tampa state senator would further loosen labor laws by allowing most teenagers to work more hours per week.
New law enforcement training center opens in Manatee County for recruits, current officers
From target practice to the driving range, a new training facility in Manatee County is designed to help future law enforcement officers develop the skills they'll need to serve and protect the community.
Student artwork on display at Lake Wales Public Library
One of the longest-running Lake Wales traditions highlights the artwork of students in the area.
Tampa Bay Area's 'State of the Region' report shows mixed results
According to a new State of the Region report, the report card for the Tampa Bay region has some positives and negatives.
Lakeland organization giving free prom attire with the promise of a drug-free night 13 years and counting
Prom season is just around the corner, and for many high school students, that means finding the perfect dress or suit.
Florida ranks as worst for nursing graduates to pass exams when compared to the rest of the country: Report
The state of nursing education in Florida could be better, as a new report from the Florida Center for Nursing found the state ranks the worst for nursing graduates passing their exams compared to the rest of the country.
Pinellas County teachers learning to embrace AI in the classroom
Artificial intelligence is all around us and is now becoming an integral part of education.
USF president stepping down after successor is named, university officials say
University of South Florida President Rhea Law announced on Monday that she will soon step down three years after being selected to lead the school.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
St. Pete thespian troupe taking part in festival in Orlando
St. Paul Catholic School’s Thespian Troupe is preparing for the biggest performance of the season for the Florida State Junior Thespian Festival.
How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card
New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.
Teachers' union urges Florida lawmakers to reject governor's 'inadequate' education budget
Florida's statewide teachers' union is strongly criticizing Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget, arguing that it falls short of meeting the needs of public schools and students.
Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
Pasco County may soon grade homework again, superintendent says
Nearly three years after Pasco County schools eliminated homework grading, the new superintendent is proposing a return to the old policy, which would allow homework to count toward a student’s final grade.
Study: Teens spend 90 minutes on phones during school day, raising concerns
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
Nation’s Report Card reveals reading scores continue to decline: ‘A heartbreaking reality’
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.