News across Hillsborough County

The death of a star: How climate change and light pollution are changing astronomy
The search for favorable astrophotography conditions has only gotten harder due to changing atmospheric conditions, ash and dust from wildfires and light pollution.
Drought-dried springs already suffered from low flow, scientists say
The gushing groundwater that fills crystalline swimming holes in North Central Florida temporarily stopped flowing at nine springs this year. Humans are partly to blame.

USF overcomes lifeless start, stays undefeated with 14-6 win over Bowling Green
The Bulls, who trailed 6-0 as the fourth quarter began, scored 14 unanswered points while their defense kept the lid on the Falcons' offense, which has struggled all season.

Changes could be coming to the Big Bend oyster harvest
FWC hosted workshops this month to gather feedback on proposed changes as a response to declining oyster populations in the Gulf.

Head Start overhaul could reshape services for Sarasota families
A proposal wouldn’t directly cut funding to Head Start, but it would eliminate many of its federal regulations. Sarasota County providers worry the change could ultimately reduce funding and make it more difficult to maintain support for families.

Voting rights group accuses DeSantis administration of voter intimidation ahead of midterm elections
A Florida voting rights advocacy group has strongly criticized Governor Ron DeSantis and state officials following new voter fraud charges against 20 individuals, calling the move a deliberate effort to intimidate minority voters ahead of upcoming elections.
Tropical Storm Gonzalo forms as the historic Atlantic hurricane drought continues
Gonzalo will stay closer to Africa than the United States, and perhaps more notably, will stay below hurricane strength.
My Trip: Vancouver Island
Join along as Terry Ward shares her tips and tricks from her trip to Vancouver Island.
My Ride: Dr. Michelle Jordan-Gonzalez
From daily drivers to dream machines, we’re taking a spin with Michelle Jordan-Gonzalez and her prized ride.
My Ride: Rick Alvarez
From daily drivers to dream machines, we’re taking a spin with Rick Alvarez and his prized ride.

Florida’s taste of Fall arrives early this weekend!
Winds will come straight from the north-northeast, bringing a rush of dry air and windy conditions, especially along the east coast.

FBI employees in Trump Mar-a-Lago case seek clarity on subpoenas in Florida 'grand conspiracy' probe
The subpoenas issued this month require the FBI employees to testify in Fort Pierce, Florida, as the Justice Department pursues an ill-defined theory of a “deep state” conspiracy to deprive Trump of his civil rights and keep him from power.