Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok, Trump says
President Trump reveals Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after the app briefly went offline amid a looming ban over data concerns.
President Trump reveals Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after the app briefly went offline amid a looming ban over data concerns.
AI startup's plan would include 50% U.S. government ownership of TikTok
Perplexity AI has presented the new proposal to Byte Dance, TikTok’s parent company, as the organization searches for a U.S. buyer.
Perplexity AI has presented the new proposal to Byte Dance, TikTok’s parent company, as the organization searches for a U.S. buyer.
Phones with TikTok listed for big bucks on eBay
Some cellphone users didn’t delete the TikTok app from their devices during its short ban in the U.S. Now, it appears they may be hoping to cash in by selling their phones.
Some cellphone users didn’t delete the TikTok app from their devices during its short ban in the U.S. Now, it appears they may be hoping to cash in by selling their phones.
Florida couple claims to find 'Starship' rocket debris while vacationing in Turks and Caicos
Pieces of SpaceX’s massive Starship rocket are washing ashore after the latest test flight exploded over Turks and Caicos.
Pieces of SpaceX’s massive Starship rocket are washing ashore after the latest test flight exploded over Turks and Caicos.
St. Pete organizations get financial boost from seized drug money
The St. Petersburg Police Department is turning drug money into something good for the community by supporting several organizations. This year, there’s a major focus on teens and youth.
The St. Petersburg Police Department is turning drug money into something good for the community by supporting several organizations. This year, there’s a major focus on teens and youth.
Who would miss TikTok more? See the most obsessed states
A new study shows which states are the most TikTok-obsessed amid uncertainty about the social media platform’s future in the U.S.
A new study shows which states are the most TikTok-obsessed amid uncertainty about the social media platform’s future in the U.S.
USF cheer program captures national and world titles
For the members of the USF cheer teams, winning has become both a privilege and a habit.
For the members of the USF cheer teams, winning has become both a privilege and a habit.
Why isn't TikTok appearing in app stores despite Trump's halt on the ban?
TikTok remains unavailable on Apple and Google app stores despite President Trump’s executive order temporarily pausing the federal ban. Here's what it means for users and the app's future.
TikTok remains unavailable on Apple and Google app stores despite President Trump’s executive order temporarily pausing the federal ban. Here's what it means for users and the app's future.
Netflix announces it will raise prices to $17.99; Premium to $24.99/month: Reports
Netflix announced it is raising prices for its subscribers.
Netflix announced it is raising prices for its subscribers.
USF pole-vaulting coach continues to stand the test of time
At 88 years old, Don Marsh, the pole-vaulting coach and special assistant to Head Track Coach Eric Jenkins at USF, has spent a lifetime teaching the sport.
At 88 years old, Don Marsh, the pole-vaulting coach and special assistant to Head Track Coach Eric Jenkins at USF, has spent a lifetime teaching the sport.
Trump signs order to keep TikTok open for 75 days
President Donald Trump signed an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day reprieve to find a U.S. buyer, suggesting the U.S. should own 50% of the platform.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day reprieve to find a U.S. buyer, suggesting the U.S. should own 50% of the platform.
USF women's lacrosse team set for inaugural season
Soon, two years of work and two years of waiting will be over for Mindy McCord.
Soon, two years of work and two years of waiting will be over for Mindy McCord.
TikTok restoring service after Trump's statement, company says
TikTok said it's restoring service for users in the U.S. after going dark Saturday night.
TikTok said it's restoring service for users in the U.S. after going dark Saturday night.
TikTok shuts down in US before ban deadline: What you can do next
TikTok has halted operations in the U.S. ahead of the January 19 deadline after the Supreme Court upheld a nationwide ban on the platform.
TikTok has halted operations in the U.S. ahead of the January 19 deadline after the Supreme Court upheld a nationwide ban on the platform.
Trump considers 90-day TikTok extension as app announces temporary US shutdown
President-elect Donald Trump announced he will "most likely" grant TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal that could prevent a U.S. ban on the app.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he will "most likely" grant TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal that could prevent a U.S. ban on the app.
TikTok ban: App warns it will 'go dark' on Jan. 19 without Biden administration clarity
The Supreme Court has upheld a law banning TikTok in the U.S. starting Jan. 19, unless the popular social media platform cuts ties with its China-based parent company. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court has upheld a law banning TikTok in the U.S. starting Jan. 19, unless the popular social media platform cuts ties with its China-based parent company. Here's what to know.
Tampa PD's first deputy chief of community outreach retires after 25 years
The Tampa Police Department is saying goodbye to one of its highest-ranking officers.
The Tampa Police Department is saying goodbye to one of its highest-ranking officers.
FAA orders 'mishap investigation' of SpaceX Starship explosion
The FAA has ordered SpaceX to investigate what caused on of the company's Starships to explode over Turks and Caicos Thursday.
The FAA has ordered SpaceX to investigate what caused on of the company's Starships to explode over Turks and Caicos Thursday.
Here’s how to download your TikTok videos and data ahead of the ban
Ahead of the TikTok ban, here are ways to get your data before the social media app goes dark.
Ahead of the TikTok ban, here are ways to get your data before the social media app goes dark.
TikTok ban upheld by Supreme Court: What to know
The Supreme Court continues to hear arguments on a law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.
The Supreme Court continues to hear arguments on a law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.


















