The "American Idols Live" tour defies criticism because it's a love fest for the undemanding teen fans of the various singers. The "Idol" finalists could be singing the nutritional chart off the back of a box of Kellogg's Corn Flakes and get screams and squeals. ...more

August 21, 2008

He's 33 years old and has been around - up, down, up, down, all around. ...more

August 18, 2008

When Tampa Bay signed RB Warrick Dunn during the offseason, the Bucs envisioned him becoming a backup for Earnest Graham. ...more

August 18, 2008

Even before the Rays suffered another loss Thursday night, James Shields was eager to step back into the stopper's role he has filled in the past. ...more

July 11, 2008

As the ivy began to grow on all those stunned Cubs fans, Carl Crawford circled the bases under the soon-to-be-orange dome, with three runners touching home plate ahead of him. It was grand, it was a slam, and there was no stopping his team. ...more

June 20, 2008

Evan Longoria had a pair of solo homers, Dioner Navarro drove in four and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Angels 13-4 ...more

June 10, 2008

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy said it was "good to be home" after flying back to Massachusetts on Monday, one week after undergoing an aggressive and delicate surgery to treat a cancerous brain tumor. ...more

June 10, 2008

Big Brown was a handful the day after his final workout leading to the Belmont Stakes on Saturday. ...more

June 5, 2008

Welcome to the homecoming that really isn't. At least that's how Warrick Dunn sees things upon his return to the Bucs after six years away. ...more

May 18, 2008

SARASOTA - For some local "American Idol" watchers, there is no question Booker High School graduate Syesha Mercado will make the final three tonight. "She will be coming home on Friday for a celebration," declared Mayor Lou Ann Palmer late Tuesday night after watching Syesha sing "Proud Mary" and "A Change Is Gonna Come." ...more

May 7, 2008