New Tampa police chief commits to traffic stop data transparency

Tampa's newly-sworn police chief has promised transparency. One way she plans to make good on that promise is by zeroing in on traffic stop data, and having it analyzed and shared to try to curb racial profiling concerns and build trust.

Gov. DeSantis broaches repeal of Disney World's decades-old self-governing status in Florida

Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company’s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.

Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor lays out 4 goals for TPD

Mary O'Connor's appointment to the top spot of TPD was one of the most contentious in the history of the police department, but now she’s one of three female leaders in one of the few major US cities with women at the top of their respective ranks.

USF's new $27 million research building set to open this week

A new $27 million research park building is set to open Wednesday at USF. The 121,000 square foot building will be divided among research companies in medical, biotech, and semiconductor.

USF president-elect could get quick confirmation by BOG

The Board of Governors appears poised to quickly confirm the appointment of Rhea Law as the next president of USF.

Disney employees hold walkout over controversial education legislation

Some Disney employees are planning their very first full day walkout tomorrow and so far they're getting lots of support online.

University of South Florida leaders select Rhea Law as next president

After interviewing two candidates, one has been selected to become the eighth president of the University of South Florida: Rhea Law.

Amazon closes $8.45B MGM studio acquisition

Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney. 

Spirits of past space shuttles to help boost new moon rocket

As NASA’s giant moon rocket rolls to the launch pad for the first time, some pieces of space shuttle history are riding along with it. The SLS rocket’s engines and boosters powered each of the shuttles through the years, all the way back to Columbia.

USF researchers pivot projects after scammers spoil study

Scammers find a way to dupe people in new ways all the time, and now they’re targeting online research surveys that pay you to participate.

Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household

Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.

SoCal Chick-fil-A could be declared a ‘public nuisance’

Due to its long lines that jam up traffic, officials have given a Southern California Chick-fil-A 90 days to present traffic solutions.