Suspect accused of killing 2 USF students allegedly used ChatGPT to search information about disposing a body

Newly released court documents are shedding disturbing light on the deaths of two University of South Florida doctoral students and the investigation that led detectives to a suspect.

Youth suicide rates drop 11% nationwide: How the 988 lifeline is saving lives

While news surrounding teen mental health is often disheartening, recent data offers a much-needed glimmer of hope. In a significant shift, the youth suicide rate in the United States has dropped 11% below previous projections.

From crispy edges to community ties, three brothers bring Byte to the USF area

It's fast-food for foodies near the University of South Florida. Byte brings fast-casual smash burgers to the area. Their goal is to create crispy-edged burgers paired with milkshakes and salty sides ready to fuel socializing, late-night study sessions and test preparation.

Local chef invites fans of Indonesian food to pull up to her kitchen

One woman's passion for making the authentic recipes from her home country inspired her to open a food truck to offer that culinary experience to tempt the taste buds of Tampa residents.Tuti's Kitchen offers traditional Indonesian dishes like Bakso, Beef Rendang and Mie Goreng.

82-year-old BTS superfan surprised with tickets to dream concert in Tampa for her birthday

You’re never too old to find your new favorite music artist, and Linda Goldman got the best birthday gift from a friend with surprise tickets to BTS’ ARIRANG World Tour stop in Tampa.

Missing USF student’s body found on Howard Frankland Bridge as search continues for Nahida Bristy

The body of missing University of South Florida student 27-year-old Zamil Limon was found Friday morning on the Howard Frankland Bridge, and his roommate has been arrested as the search continues for 27-year-old Nahida Bristy.

More than just music: How BTS inspires Bay Area K-pop fans to learn Korean, find creativity

Madison Harrison, 19, a Spring Hill native, first visited South Korea for a K-pop concert a few years ago. She enjoys K-pop music and began learning Korean to understand the nuisances of the lyrics.

Tampa businessman jailed over backyard guest house at center of 5-year legal battle

A Tampa homeowner started building a guest house, but a neighbor questioned whether it was legal based on the lot, leading to five years of court proceedings.

Decades-old cold case breakthrough leads to arrest in execution-style killings of married couple before child

A Florida man accused of gunning down a couple execution-style in front of their 3-year-old child is behind bars, marking a breakthrough in a cold case that has left a family reeling for more than three decades.

2024 hurricanes wiped out years of growth for Tampa’s tree canopy: Study

The city of Tampa is facing a significant loss of tree canopy after the 2024 hurricane season, according to a new study presented to the city council.