More grants from partnerships helping Pinellas kids play sports
Ferg’s Sports Bar is a popular place to watch sports in St. Pete. Now, though, they’re helping kids play sports.
USF, Florida Institute of Oceanography’s new remotely operated vehicle to embark on first underwater mission
Crews with the University of South Florida and the Florida Institute of Oceanography prepped their new remotely operated vehicle, Taurus, on Monday for its first mission.
Amazon turns 30: What was your first order?
In 1994, Jeff Bezos founded Amazon in his garage and began selling books on the still-emerging World Wide Web. Here's how to find out what your very first order was.
TikTok glossary: From Barbiecore to WaterTok
Will your summer look be more coastal grandma or cottagecore? If you’re not sure, this TikTok glossary is here to help.
Amazon planning to launch discount store to compete with Temu and Shein
The retail titan plans to sell affordable items directly from warehouses in China.
How a Chipotle delivery turned into an Arizona couple's wedding being paid off
An Arizona man delivering food to earn money for he and his fiancé's wedding got the surprise of a lifetime when a note he wrote went viral on TikTok. Donations poured in, covering the cost of their dream wedding.
Amazon reportedly to unveil 'Remarkable Alexa' with conversational AI in August
Amazon is reportedly set to launch "Remarkable Alexa," an advanced AI-powered version of its virtual assistant, in August.
Publix sells rare plant at select locations: Here’s where to find it
Plant lovers on the hunt for a rare Thai constellation monstera plant may want to head to Publix.
Amazon shifting to recycled paper filling for packages in North America
Amazon is ditching plastic air pillows for recycled paper packaging in North America, aiming to completely make the switch by the end of the year to boost eco-friendliness and reduce waste.
Tampa Police Department gives grants to non-profits with money seized from crimes
Have you ever wondered what happens to the money seized by investigators in crimes? It can add up to tens of thousands of dollars for police departments every year, and the Tampa Police Department is turning the cash into grants for non-profits.
Tampa police officers getting electric vehicles thanks to federal funding
Tampa police officers will soon welcome about a dozen new electric vehicles to the department’s fleet for the first time.
Woman dies after being shot at St. Pete apartment complex
Police in St. Petersburg are on the scene of a deadly shooting at an apartment complex early Tuesday.
Tennessee home for sale, built by former Disney exec, shocks internet with unique entertaining space
An eye-catching home has hit the real estate market in Tennessee — and social media users can’t stop talking about it.
USF sprinter's Olympic dreams take him home
Saminu Abul-Rasheed saved his best for last.
USF planning to transform The Claw into 'vibrant mixed-use district'
When describing the transformation of the old golf course and surrounding area, leaders at the University of South Florida cited recent development projects in Tampa as examples.
AI-powered smart mosquito trap developed at USF to help fight spread of malaria, save lives abroad
A new smart trap using artificial intelligence will be used to track mosquitoes that spread malaria in Africa, and it came from the minds of two University of South Florida researchers.
SPPD employee accused of giving suspect confidential information to commit crime
An employee with the St. Petersburg Police Department was arrested for sharing confidential information that helped another suspect commit a crime, according to investigators.
Police officer uses patrol car to stop wrong-way driver in Downtown St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg police have seen a recent increase in deadly crashes and on Monday, they said there could have been another one had it not been for the quick thinking of one officer to stop a wrong-way driver.
FWC asking for meat processors, taxidermists help with testing for 'zombie deer disease'
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is looking for meat processors and taxidermists to help them test for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer.
TECO, Duke customers can weigh in on proposed rate increases in series of meetings
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is holding public hearings over the next two weeks to allow TECO and Duke Energy customers to give their thoughts on proposed rate increases.