New study shows some older adults who wear hearing aids reduced dementia risk

A new study based at Johns Hopkins that included USF researchers appears to show an important connection between hearing and cognitive decline. The study showed that for some older adults, wearing a hearing aid slowed their cognitive decline by nearly half.

USF Women's soccer coach leaving for the pros

Denise Schilte-Brown has been the heartbeat of South Florida's women's soccer program. She's heading into her 17th and final season at USF. 

Support the Troops non-profit honored by Marines

Stocking, taping and shipping care packages to send to troops fighting the War on Terror landed Mark Van Trees on MacDill Air Force Base to be honored by high-ranking military officials.

Bay Area law enforcement agencies crack down on aggressive driving, speeding

If you're running late to work or an appointment this week, you may want to think twice about flooring it down the interstate. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in collaboration with the Florida Highway Patrol and Bay Area law enforcement agencies, will participate in the annual Operation Southern Slow Down beginning Monday, July 17, through Sunday, July 23. 

988 hotline increases call volume at Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline opened up nationwide one year ago. Since then, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay said it has had a massive influx of calls into its call center.

Tampa restaurants and non-profit team up to create more oyster habitats

Recycling, as a rule, is great for the environment, but for the Tampa Restaurant Oystercatchers, recycling brings an immediate benefit to their business and the environment.

Sweet Dog Tampa officially opens its doors

If you're looking for a sweet treat for your furry friend, Sweet Dog Tampa Bakery is officially open for business.

Global data breach could impact 70,000 residents, vendor employees with Hillsborough County

More than 70,000 people will receive a letter from Hillsborough County about their personal information potentially being at risk after a global data breach, officials said. 

Hillsborough man accused in fatal DUI crash back in court after skipping trial date

Joseph Higgins who is accused of driving drunk and causing a fatal crash two years ago was a no-show for his trial last month. Now he’s trying a new tactic to avoid a trial.

TPD detectives combating increase in luxury vehicle thefts

The Tampa Police Department says there's been an increasing trend of luxury vehicles being stolen after valet parking.