March Madness brings big boost to Tampa’s economy

March Madness has taken over Tampa, bringing a surge of spending from fans across the country.

Former Jesuit QB begins spring ball with UF
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Spring ball for Florida football began this week and former Jesuit QB Will Griffin is looking to make some noise as an early enrollee. FOX 13's Mark Skol Jr. reports.

Jesuit High School quarterback Will Griffin signs with Florida Gators

Jesuit High School quarterback Will Griffin is officially a Florida Gator. He put pen to paper at his uncle's restaurant "Perry's Porch" in St. Pete on Wednesday morning. 

Who is Jon Sumrall? Florida Gators new football head coach

The Florida Gators have hired Tulane's Jon Sumrall to be its next football head coach, the university announced on Sunday.

Tampa Bay Tech alum David Wilson breaks records in Florida Gators debut

Florida Gators wide receiver Dallas Wilson sure knows how to make a first impression after breaking several records in his first game.

UF’s Dijon Johnson arrested in Tampa for having a gun, synthetic marijuana: Document

Police have charged University of Florida cornerback Dijon Johnson with two felonies, including possession of a firearm, and two misdemeanors after his arrest over the weekend while driving a car in Tampa.

UF football alum and NFL star, Tim Tebow, and wife announce they're expecting first child

University of Florida football alum and retired NFL star, Tim Tebow, and his wife, Demi-Leigh, are expecting their first child, according to their exclusive interview with PEOPLE Magazine.

Gasparilla Bowl brings UF and Tulane to Tampa

The Gasparilla season in Tampa kicked off on Friday with the Gasparilla Bowl. Longtime SEC rivals, Florida and Tulane, met again on the gridiron at Raymond James Stadium this afternoon for the first time in 40 years. 

Sickles High state champion takes his talents to Gainesville

As Caden McDonald continues to pursue his dream of playing in the MLB, the next step in his journey begins in Gainesville. Instead of repping the Gators as a fan, McDonald will now wear a Florida uniform as a player.

Tampa Bay Little Leaguers cheer on Gators players with Tampa Bay roots

They are The University of Tampa's "Boys of Summer." A baseball camp for kids to have fun, learn fundamentals and flourish in a game they love. 

Former Plant High Panther re-writing Florida Gators baseball record books

Tampa's own and former Plant High Panther Jac Caglianone is launching home runs at a record-smashing pace with the University of Florida Gators. 

USF Bulls facing long odds against the Gators in the Swamp

The Bulls have yet to beat the Florida Gators and they go into this weekend as underdogs, but Jeff Scott's team says they're mentally ready for the challenge (and volume) of the Swamp.

Florida QB Anthony Richardson drops 'AR-15' nickname, says he no longer wants to be 'associated' with gun

"While a nickname is only a nickname and ‘AR-15’ was simply a representation of my initials combined with my jersey number, it is important to me that my name and brand are no longer associated with the assault rifle that has been used in mass shootings, which I do not condone in any way or form," the UF quarterback said.

University of Florida researchers successfully grow plants in lunar soil

Researchers at the University of Florida have successfully grown plants in soil from the moon. This study is the first of its kind using lunar soil.