Vinny Lecavalier says they're close. The Lightning captain said Tampa Bay's .500 start through the first three weeks doesn't reflect the improved talent level on a young roster that has had difficulty closing out games. ...more

October 30, 2009

Purdue was teetering. Desperate Washington was roaring back. The Huskies' close-to-home crowd was screaming. And the stifling intensity that makes the NCAA Tournament so popular blanketed the court. ...more

March 22, 2009

Pittsburgh intends to make history in this year's NCAA Tournament. The Panthers almost did in their first game. ...more

March 21, 2009

The state board that oversees the fund designed to pay homeowner claims in the event of a catastrophic hurricane searched Tuesday for ways to reduce its risk with hurricane season only months away. ...more

March 10, 2009

No one ever said competing in the Big East Conference was going to be easy for the University of South Florida basketball team. Trying to get through the league without three starters, though, has basically turned into a suicide mission. ...more

March 1, 2009

Homer Bailey is one of three pitchers vying for the final spot in the Cincinnati Reds' rotation as they prepare to begin spring training games. ...more

February 23, 2009

Thousands of boaters might have to settle for fewer fishing spots after Hillsborough County Public Works officials issue a stern warning against boaters going under the dilapidated Friendship TrailBridge. ...more

February 18, 2009

The offseason has been short for the Tampa Bay Rays and long for many a free agent, but it's about time to turn away from the business of baseball and get back to matters on the field. ...more

February 8, 2009

University of South Florida sophomore Dominique Jones' 35 points were not enough Saturday as the Bulls lost at West Virginia, 62-59. ...more

January 18, 2009

The cost to secure zoning reviews and building permits for everything from fences to mansions are about to rise in the city of Brooksville. ...more

December 3, 2008