'Owl House' makes history with Disney's first bisexual lead character
The series creator Dana Terrace said she fought for the representation.
Success! SpaceX completes historic 100th launch with another round of Starlink satellites
Liftoff is set for 10:31 a.m. from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
USF move-in gets underway with new COVID-19 precautions
Sunday marked the first day of the University of South Florida's move-in week for students. However, campus was a lot quieter than in years past.
NASA, USF test system that uses human waste to grow fresh vegetables
Human waste could be a key piece of NASA's plan to establish a sustainable presence on the moon and make successful trips to Mars.
TPD chief: Officer who pulled over gunman on shooting spree exemplifies 'guardian of the city'
After arresting 31-year-old Antonio Cruz Ortiz, investigators say he was in possession of multiple assault-style weapons and ammunition, more than $6,000 in cash, and hundreds of grams of possible fentanyl, marijuana, and heroin.
Men arrested for illegal use of gill net to catch baby dolphin, redfish, snook, and bonnethead sharks
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission filed charges against two men for the unlawful use of a gill net, which they used to catch a baby dolphin and several species of fish.
HART bus driver hurt after rock hits bus window
A HART bus operator was taken to the hospital Tuesday after a projectile – believed to be a rock – struck the windshield on the driver’s side.
Publix reports $2.5 billion spike in sales amid pandemic
Publix announced Monday that sales in the first half of 2020 increased approximately $2.5 billion compared to the same time last year.
Florida baby, rescued calf delight social media with Chick-fil-A photoshoot
A one-year-old and a baby cow are getting a lot of attention for their adorable, Chick-fil-A-themed photoshoot.
Interim HART CEO under investigation following complaint of 'bullying' behavior
The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority Board of Directors voted unanimously to begin the process of investigating interim CEO Carolyn House Stewart after receiving an anonymous complaint from an employee alleging violations of board policy.
SpaceX guiding NASA astronauts toward 1st splashdown in 45 years
The first astronauts to ride a SpaceX capsule into orbit headed toward a retro-style splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday afternoon to close out a two-month test flight.
Astronauts gear up for final leg of SpaceX test flight: coming home
A pair of NASA astronauts face the final and most important part of their SpaceX test flight: returning to Earth with a rare splashdown.
Officer, several others injured during suspected shooting spree across Hillsborough County, Tampa, I-275
A 40-minute shooting spree ended with a Tampa police officer being injured and a suspect being taken into custody, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Soldier receives threats after TPD releases video from traffic stop revealing personal information, ACLU says
Back in June, a Tampa police officer pulled over a car that had been reported stolen.
University faculty call on DeSantis to call off in-person classes this fall
In normal times, heading back to campus could cause the jitters, but this year some who teach on Florida campuses are filled with fear.
Amazon’s new boxes can transform into cat condos, rocket ships and more fun creations
“Less packaging, more smiles” is Amazon’s new program that includes a call to action to use less packaging material and shrink the boxes to fit orders more often.
Children may be more likely to contract, spread COVID-19 than previously thought
In the heated debate over reopening schools, many are still unsure if, and to what degree, children can spread COVID-19 to each other, their teachers, or their families.
Officer given one-week suspension after investigation into teen's shooting death at his home
The investigation into Bradley Hulett's death is now officially closed. Seven months after the 15-year-old was shot and killed inside a Tampa police officer's home, we're learning the consequences faced by the officer.
Amazon delays Prime Day in US
Amazon's busiest online shopping event, Prime Day, has been pushed back in the U.S., the company confirmed Tuesday.
Publix begins requiring face coverings in all stores
Starting Tuesday, Publix customers will be required to wear face masks in all grocery stores.



















