I walked across the street at the light and turned onto the sidewalk when my boots hit a slick spot, my weight shifted awkwardly, and I knew I was headed south. During this unusually cold and wet winter, it was only a matter of time. It happened right in front of a funeral home. If I hit hard enough, the location would make it convenient for all involved. ...more

February 24, 2010

A Hillsborough County detention deputy whose life was saved by four inmates during a November attack was attacked by an inmate at least one other time last year. ...more

February 4, 2010

Quick and easy ways to stay fit. ...more

March 10, 2009

The three Hillsborough County deputies who ended a gunman's rampage in northwest Tampa in June were honored Tuesday for their efforts. ...more

September 10, 2008

Three Hillsborough County deputies who ended a gunman's rampage in northwest Tampa in June will be recognized at an awards ceremony this afternoon. Deputy Malachi McCoy, 29, will receive the Medal of Honor, the highest award bestowed by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Deputies Ray Wilson and Arturo "Art" Lence will receive the Silver Cross. ...more

September 9, 2008

A 35-year-old woman in the Moon Lake area was taken into custody Wednesday in connection with the recent shooting of a 16-year-old neighbor boy, according to a Pasco County Sheriff's Office arrest report. Christine Elaine Lightfoot, 11916 Boca Grande Ave., New Port Richey, was arrested on a felony count of aggravated battery. Her bail initially was set at $10,000. ...more

January 24, 2008

A strip club manager paralyzed in a triple shooting is suing the NFL, the Tennessee Titans and suspended player Adam 'Pacman' Jones, claiming they are responsible for his injuries. ...more

October 20, 2007

It was just a little nudge, barely worthy of being called a hit. But there had to be something to it if Lightning RW Andre Roy yelped with pain and crumpled to the ice in agony. ...more

September 19, 2007