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By Jim Saunders ©2024 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — With a hearing scheduled April 9, Florida State University this week fired back at a request by the Atlantic Coast Conference to put on...

Listen: A new study shows Tampa’s streetcar system is one of the most efficient in the nation. The county’s transit agency is hoping it stays that way in the coming years. Justin Wilits is the...

The governor’s office said the state is sending helicopters, boards, aircraft and drones to South Florida as well.

Tom Bixler's campaign manager did not technically attempt to bribe The Gabber reporter, but that an ethical line was crossed.

NAACP’s advisory to Black student-athletes because of the elimination of diversity programs in public colleges.

Florida asked a federal judge to speed up a final ruling in a high-stakes case about permitting authority for projects that affect wetlands.

coastal communities are promoting beach safety guidelines to ensure beachgoers have a safe and enjoyable experience.

The Florida bill would bar cities and counties from allowing people to sleep in places such as public buildings and in public rights of way.

Healthcare bills were formally sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday after almost unanimously passing the Legislature.

After a law judge recommended denying a permit for a new Interstate 95 interchange, the St. Johns River Water Management moved forward with the permit.

Tampa Bay Times reporter Justin Garcia appeared on the Tuesday Cafe with Sean March 12 to discuss how the Tampa fire chief called the police when he requested the personnel records of a firefighter who...

Sharon Streater has led a fascinating life. She met Mother Teresa, marched with Cesar Chavez and even dressed as a soup can to call attention to farmworker issues. But perhaps her greatest, sustained impact has...