USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergencies

Researchers at the University of South Florida are teaching robots to "speak" visually, a breakthrough that could change how emergency crews communicate when traditional systems fail.

Two-time breast cancer survivor, former Miss Florida USA advocates for cancer patients

Kristen Berset had it all. Crowned Miss Florida USA 2004, top 10 in the Miss USA pageant and on her way to her dream career as a TV news anchor, but a breast cancer diagnosis stopped her in her tracks and that's why she is encouraging all women to know the warning signs. 

Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit 2025

Students, professionals, and anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system can gain insight into how it operates during the Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit.

HCSO captains fired amid academic cheating investigation

Two captains with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office have been terminated due to an academic cheating investigation, according to the agency. 

Tampa City Council considers pipes plan to pave way for South Howard flood relief

Tampa City Council members are expected to review a $4.1 million agreement with Kimmins Contracting Corporation for work tied to the South Howard Flood Relief Project. 

Judge finds HCSO in contempt for public record delay in Sabrina Aisenberg case

A Tampa attorney wants to take a look at the documents in the disappearance of Sabrina Aisenberg. A judge found the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office in contempt for a slow handover of the files.

New affordable housing breaks ground in East Tampa

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and other dignitaries did a ceremonial groundbreaking on Wednesday for Residences East End at 5709 N 47th St. in Tampa.

Teen dies, 2 people injured in Tampa shooting: HCSO

Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a death in Tampa that killed a 17-year-old.

Wimauma family sells belongings following Medicaid denials in cancer battle

A Wimauma father battling advanced lung cancer was repeatedly denied Medicaid coverage for the type of chemotherapy his doctor says he needs.

Tampa police host regional K9 water training at Adventure Island

The Tampa Police Department gathered K9 teams from across the Bay Area for a special day of water training at Adventure Island on Tuesday.

Hundreds of students learn about different jobs at BAM! Fest Career Day

Around 900 students from Pinellas and Hillsborough County descended upon the Mahaffey Theatre for BAM! (Books, Art and Music) Festival Career Day.