Reptile breeders fear FWC permits, regulations could run them out of business

Reptile breeders went before FWC commissioners on Thursday pleading their case about how permitting and regulations created a year ago are impacting business.

Students across Tampa Bay walk out in protest of 'Don't Say Gay' bill

Hundreds of high school students from at least three high schools across Tampa Bay held walkouts to show their opposition to Florida’s so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill that is poised to end up on the governor’s desk for a signature and to be made law.

Golf app connects players at every level with caddies to improve game

Caddies have been around for more than 400 years, and though they’ve gone away, their benefits have not and now an app is connecting golfers with caddies once again.

Fascination with Wordle explained by survival instincts, doctor explains

Problem-solving and curiosity are hardwired in our brains. These instincts have helped humans survive and thrive. But it's those same instincts that launch online puzzle games like Wordle into international popularity, Dr. Karl Kasischke explains.

Gov. DeSantis tells masked students at Tampa press conference, ‘Please take those off’

As the Florida governor approached the lectern for a press conference in Tampa, there were a few students waiting while wearing masks, but before he spoke he told them, 'Please take those off. Honestly, it’s not doing anything.'

FHP: Tampa man dies after losing control of vehicle, drives off Selmon Expressway

A 30-year-old man was driving on the wrong side of the road along on Selmon Expressway when he lost control of his vehicle, traveled over a concrete barrier, and landed in the intersection below, according to troopers.

Tampa man accused of revenge porn, sex with a minor, pleads guilty to lesser charges

A Tampa man charged with extortion, revenge porn, sexual battery of a minor, and sexual battery of an animal pleaded guilty after years of legal wrangling, but he surprised the court Tuesday by thanking the judge.

FHSAA changes football classifications, but did they fix the problem?

The FHSAA has scraped its eight football classes in exchange for a new 10-division classification based on the population of the city instead of the number of students in a school. One coach says its going to widen the divide between well-funded private schools and public school teams.

Reputable organizations providing support on the ground in Ukraine

We may not be able to book a flight to Ukraine, but many in the US want to know how to support those on ground fighting for their country. UNICEF, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the International Rescue Committee may be good places to start.

'Until we win or until we die': As family prepares to fight in Ukraine, USF student says country is united

A young college student and research assistant at Moffit Cancer Center is having a hard time focusing on her busy life in the United States as family back home in Ukraine battle for their country.

Higher fuel costs to hit TECO customers after state approves rate hike

The state of Florida's Public Service Commission unanimously approved TECO's proposal to collect additional money from its customers to cover higher-than-expected costs of fuel for its power plants. The increases will take effect next month.