The loss or theft of personal data such as credit card and Social Security numbers soared to unprecedented levels in 2007. The trend isn't expected to turn around anytime soon as hackers stay a step ahead of security and laptops disappear with sensitive information. ...more

December 31, 2007

Before joining Palm Harbor Toastmasters Club 8248, Tony Santarsieri says he would have been too nervous to share his passion about the club. Toastmasters International, based in Mission Viejo, Calif., is a nonprofit organization designed to help members improve communications and leadership skills. It is known for the public speaking by its members at club meetings. ...more

November 3, 2007

TAMPA - Several Tampa Bay area agencies will share a $500,000 federal grant aimed at helping children whose families have been devastated by methamphetamine use. ...more

October 16, 2007

U.S. securities regulators are studying a new method to fight fraud through online postings of investor complaints. ...more

September 27, 2007