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Despite promising that his trial would be "a Shakespearean play where everyone dies in the end," former Florida Republican Party Chair Jim Greer instead…

"After having repeatedly examined my conscience before God, I have come to the certainty that my strengths, due to an advanced age, are no longer suited to an adequate exercise of the Petrine ministry," the 85-year-old pontiff says.

If you haven't seen the "Harlem Shake" videos sweeping the internet, that says something about how plugged in you are to the World Wide Web.That's the…

The City of Tampa automatically calls for a "precautionary boil water notice" whenever there's a loss of pressure in the underground pipes because…

It's safe to drink the water again.And wash dishes, wash the kiddies and the dog and all those things you couldn't do in Tampa after a squirrel chewed…

Jimmie Johnson has won the Daytona 500, one day after crash during a race there injured fans. Danica Patrick, who was hoping to make history by winning, finished eighth. However, she managed to become the first woman in history to lead laps at the NASCAR race.

The federal government will seek to show BP was guilty of gross negligence. The company will make the case that the blame should be shared with other firms. It's possible a settlement will be reached.

USF, along with its fellow Big East Conference schools, will remain on ESPN after a deal was announced over the weekend. And while the unease over not…

The home to U.S. Central Command, U.S. Special Operations Command and the U.S. Air Force 6th Air Mobility Wing, MacDill Air Force Base, is readying for…

Trayvon Martin was killed last February. His death reignited the national debate about race relations. The Florida teenager's mother hopes his killer will be brought to justice, but also hopes his death will inspire changes in "stand your ground" laws.

Despite the rains and heavy storms driving through the area today, it's not enough to keep the underground aquifer filled.That's what the board of the…

The Daytona 500 posted its strongest TV ratings since 2008, thanks to a buildup of attention drawn by Danica Patrick's history-making pole position and a horrendous crash during a race at the track Saturday. The biggest gains in viewership seem to have come in big cities.

While Florida House Speaker Will Weatherford says Florida Polytechnic University is "a disaster" that could use an outside ally, he's looking for an…

Florida House Speaker Will Weatherford, R-Wesley Chapel, told The Ledger Wednesday that he did not call Florida's newest university a "disaster," as had…

The Off the Base news series is a compilation of stories and interviews for, about and sometimes by Florida's veterans and military families. In addition…

Here is excerpts from WUSF's live Election Night coverage, including field reports form the Bill Nelson and Connie Mack campaigns. In-studio guests…

The University of South Florida Saint Petersburg's campus continues to grow. The Tampa Bay Business Journal reports the College of Business will be built…

Hillsborough County Deputy Douglas Duvall saved one man from a sinkhole that developed inside the bedroom of a Seffner home, but another is believed still…

The sinkhole that swallowed a man sleeping in his Seffner home has spawned concern over why these natural occurrences take place. Here's a few reasons…

Florida school districts will lose more than $85 million after President Obama and Congress failed to reach a compromise to avoid automatic federal budget…

The university's new stadium will be named after a private prison company. The GEO Group gave FAU a $6 million gift that "delighted" the administration but prompted protests from students. Friday, university President Mary Jane Saunders said the deal was a "closed book," despite allegations of abuse at the company's institutions.

Almost 600 people braved the coldest day of the year to watch how four explorers traversed the natural heart of Florida to show a wildlife corridor could…

Florida's chief economist says the state can't afford to leave $26 billion in federal funds sitting on the table. That's the money the state would get…

Florida lawmakers have been holding committee meetings for the past three months. So, when the legislative session officially opens Tuesday, leaders will…

This is a picture of Tony Little:And now, so is this:Before you call your optometrist, allow us to explain.The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington,…