A new estimate shows property values and the taxes they generate are dropping more than previously expected, and that will just widen a potential state budget gap, the Senate's top budget-writer said Thursday. ...more

March 5, 2009

Question: What's 100 feet tall, looks like a huge flagpole, keeps people connected, produces income and generates controversy? ...more

February 4, 2009

Girl Scout cookie season is a month away, and Kim Longo had hoped local troops would be able to set up shop at the new Shops at Wiregrass mall. ...more

January 30, 2009

Girl Scout cookie season is upon us, and Kim Longo had hoped local troops would be able to set up shop at the new Shops at Wiregrass mall. ...more

January 29, 2009

Florida lawmakers were split Thursday over spending cuts and fund shifts to resolve a budget deficit of at least $2.3 billion. ...more

January 9, 2009

TALLAHASSEE — Less than one percent of traditional Florida public schools are in line for financial penalties for failing to meet Florida's class size reduction requirements after State Board of Education rulings Monday. ...more

February 5, 2008

The Chinese government has found a home in Tampa. Starting in February, the University of South Florida will aid Beijing's efforts to spread Chinese language and culture to millions worldwide. ...more

January 3, 2008