Forget for a moment that our country's economy is sinking. Forget that we have two wars going on. Forget that people are out of work, losing their homes and struggling to get by. Our Congress cranked out legislation Wednesday to postpone changing the nation's TV signals to digital until June 12. Thank goodness they came to our rescue! ...more

February 6, 2009

With a series of forceful actions in recent days, amid an almost unprecedented set of challenges, Barack Obama has taken an unusual step for a president-elect: attempting to alter the country's perilous course even before he takes office. ...more

November 23, 2008

It popped out casually, a throwaway line as he talked to reporters about finding the right puppy for his young daughters. ...more

November 8, 2008

That first cold snap of cooler, drier air might hit the area as soon as next Saturday night. ...more

October 13, 2008

Almost 20 years after leaving Pinellas County government, Bob LaSala is returning as chief executive. ...more

September 10, 2008

Almost 20 years after leaving Pinellas County government, Bob LaSala is returning as chief executive. County commissioners voted 6-1 today to approve a contract to hire LaSala and replace interim Administrator Fred Marquis on Oct. 12. ...more

September 9, 2008

It's stop and go traffic, but mostly stop and wait at the Kenilworth Boulevard and Highlands Avenue intersection during the morning and afternoon school rush hours. ...more

September 3, 2008

Florida State left tackle Daron Rose, a Jefferson High product who started 11 games as a sophomore last season, has been ruled academically ineligible to play next season. ...more

May 6, 2008

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday declared that meat and milk from cloned animals and their offspring is as safe as the natural version, clearing the way for the products to enter the food supply without special labeling. ...more

January 16, 2008

An executive for an international airport concessionaire wrapped up his presentation Thursday for an ambitious plan to add restaurants such as Carrabba's Italian Grill and retail outlets such as Tommy Bahama at Tampa International Airport before the city hosts the 2009 Super Bowl. ...more

December 13, 2007