Wrongfully convicted of rape and murder, man sues Tampa, police for allegedly framing him of the crimes

After spending nearly four decades behind bars for a crime he did not commit, Robert DuBoise is now suing the city of Tampa and the Tampa Police Department officers who allegedly framed him for rape and murder.

Tampa college students invent device that doubles ventilator capability

Three University of South Florida students hope to get their life-saving invention into hospitals to help address the global ventilator shortage, a problem that came to light during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic last year.

Facebook products 'harm children, stoke division,' whistleblower testifies

Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen testified that the company’s platforms harm children and fuel division and that the company chooses “profits before people.”

Zuckerberg loses $6B amid Facebook outage

Facebook shares also dropped more than 5% as the hours-long outage continued Monday.

Publix to hire 30,000 workers across 7 states by end of 2021

Publix plans to hire 30,000 workers across seven states by the end of 2021, with positions available in stores, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities.

VIDEO: Walt Disney's personal plane spotted at Animal Kingdom

The plane, called 'The Mouse," took its last flight on Oct. 8, 1992, when it touched down on World Drive near Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

USF throws hat in the ring for Tropicana Field site redevelopment

The University of South Florida sent a big signal Monday. It wants a seat at the table where officials are planning the redevelopment of the land where Tropicana Field sits.  

Longtime TPD officer proud and thankful to be a public servant

Police officer Ferdinand Barbossa has spent 22 years with the Tampa Police Department. He says his strong Christian upbringing is useful on the police force.

Whistleblower claims Facebook fed US Capitol riot, magnified misinformation

Frances Haugen was identified in a “60 Minutes” interview Sunday as the woman who anonymously filed complaints with federal law enforcement that the company’s own research shows how it magnifies hate and misinformation.

NASA wants your ideas for next-generation 'Astrovan'

NASA is hoping you can help them come up with a next-generation ‘Astrovan’ for their next-generation missions.

'Disney Enchantment' and 'Harmonious' fireworks shows thrill crowds

Walt Disney World Resort offered previews of two new firework shows ahead of the 50th-anniversary festivities set to begin on Friday.

Facebook faces questions over teen safety after whistleblower report says Instagram is harmful

For some of the Instagram-devoted teens, the peer pressure generated by the visually focused app led to mental-health and body-image problems, and in some cases, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts.

Busch Gardens announces in-park Chick-fil-A to open Thursday

The food choices at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are getting an upgrade Thursday. Chick-fil-A is set to open its first Florida theme park location for thrill-seekers looking to satisfy their craving for chicken and waffle fries in between rides. 

United Launch Alliance launches Atlas V rocket with satellite onboard

The launch will take place Monday at the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. United Launch Alliance is targeting 2:11 p.m. EST for liftoff.

Facebook pauses development of 'Instagram Kids' app after pushback

Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.

Tampa inventor creates wastewater treatment system for developing countries

It’s easy to take clean water for granted in the U.S., but not everyone around the world has that access. An inventor in Tampa is helping solve the problem.