USF researchers say Spanish caves are revealing new details on sea level rise

Geosciences Professor Bogdan Onac and USF graduate students were among the international team that studied minerals in the caves dating back 4,000 years.

Tampa police investigate 'possible homicide' after body was found in vehicle

Officers with the Tampa Police Department said they are investigating a possible homicide after a body was found in a vehicle on North Elmore Avenue and East Adalee Street. 

Chick-fil-A is America's favorite restaurant for 8th year in a row

Chick-fil-A has maintained its position as America’s favorite restaurant for eight years in a row, according to this latest survey.

How to stay safe while boating over the Fourth of July weekend

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Pinellas County Sherriff’s Office, is reminding boaters of the importance of boater safety equipment and the dangers of operating a boat while under the influence.

Veteran working toward doctorate at USF honored as Tillman Scholar

A local veteran working toward his doctoral degree at the University of South Florida is the only student from a public university in Florida, and one of just 60 people across the country, to be honored as a 2022 Tillman Scholar.

Family of Tampa officer killed in 2021 crash sues FDOT over wrong-way vehicle detection system

In early March 2021, a Tampa police officer intentionally drove into the path of a wrong-way driver to stop him. Now, his family is suing the state's transportation department, claiming they failed to maintain an early detection system for wrong-way drivers.

Facebook users can receive settlement money from new lawsuit

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE? Facebook users can receive a payment — once again — after a settlement was reached in a new class action lawsuit.

Walt Disney Co. tells employees it will pay for travel costs for their reproductive care

The Walt Disney Company told employees Friday that it recognizes the impact of the Supreme Court's ruling on abortion – and that it remains committed to providing access to healthcare, including family planning and reproductive care, "no matter where they live."

Out of this world: NASA shares images of Mars’ diverse landscape

Over the past year, NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover captured stunningly clear images of the Red Planet’s diverse landscape.

NASA wants its moon dust, cockroaches from Apollo 11 mission pulled from auction

The material from the experiment, including a vial with about 40 milligrams of moon dust and three cockroach carcasses, was expected to sell for at least $400,000.

Juvenile detention facility employee accused violently attacking 17-year-old, police say

A juvenile detention facility employee is behind bars and facing disturbing child abuse allegations. Investigators said 53-year-old Andra Walters repeatedly punched a 17-year-old resident at Charles Britt Academy in St. Petersburg while another employee held the child down.

Publix not offering COVID vaccines to children under 5

Publix says its pharmacies will not administer vaccines to children under the age of 5 at this time.

USF Marine Science Center may get second life after Governor DeSantis' veto

Governor Ron DeSantis shocked local leaders earlier this month when he vetoed funding for a USF marine science hub that would have brought dozens of high-paying jobs to St. Pete.