President Biden speaks at University of Tampa on Social Security, Medicare

Fresh off his State of the Union address, where he touted the formation of 12 million jobs during his administration and the lowest unemployment rate since 1969, President Joe Biden was in Tampa Thursday to discuss the importance of key social programs.

Bucs, Tom Brady fans rally for private screening of '80 for Brady'

A big group of Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans rented out a movie theater to watch the new movie "80 for Brady," featuring recently retired quarterback Tom Brady. 

State of the Union: Biden says US is ‘unbowed, unbroken’ in 2023 address

Biden’s speech before a politically divided Congress comes as the nation struggles with economic uncertainty, a wearying war in Ukraine, and growing tensions with China.

State of the Union 2023: What to watch for during Biden's address

Expect lots of new faces and fresh political dynamics as President Joe Biden delivers this year’s State of the Union address.

From Tampa Bay to 'Champa' Bay: How Tom Brady forever changed sports in Florida

Rays' Kevin Kiermaier, Lightning's Steven Stamkos, UT's Joe Urso and Rowdies' Leo Fernandez reflect on how Tom Brady's legacy will last generations in Tampa Bay and Florida.

DeSantis proposes permanent tax breaks on diapers, pet medications, gas stoves in new Florida budget

As part of a record $114.8 billion budget proposal released Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking wide-ranging tax breaks for Floridians, including permanently eliminating sales taxes on diapers, pet medications, and gas stoves. “They want your gas stove, and we're not going to let that happen,” the governor said.

Tom Brady announces he is retiring 'for good' after 23 seasons in NFL

After 23 seasons with the NFL that including a historic Super Bowl win with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tom Brady announced he will retire – for good this time.

AP African American Studies course: Read the College Board's new course framework and topics

The College Board released its new framework on Wednesday for its AP African American Studies course, which came under scrutiny after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration blocked parts of the coursework claiming it violated state law and was historically inaccurate.

Former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran named interim president for New College of Florida

A revamped New College of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday quickly shook up leadership at the small liberal-arts school, removing President Patricia Okker and replacing her on an interim basis with former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran.

DeSantis-appointed trustees, higher education reform bill will overhaul New College of Florida

One new trustee says Gov. DeSantis wants what he calls "institutional recapture," which would move the New College of Florida away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs and teaching of critical race theory.

President Biden to end country's COVID-19 emergencies on May 11

President Joe Biden informed Congress that he will end the twin national emergencies for addressing COVID-19 on May 11, as most of the world has returned closer to normalcy nearly three years after they were first declared.

Florida lawmakers propose 'constitutional carry' bill to allow concealed weapons without licenses

Calling the proposal an effort to "remove the government permission slip," Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on Monday announced legislation that would allow people to carry concealed weapons without licenses. 

Abandoned newborn baby girl found outside Polk County mobile home park, deputies say

A newborn baby is recovering in the hospital after deputies say she was abandoned in the woods outside a Polk County mobile home park early Saturday morning.