Former Hillsborough County State Attorney Bill James, whose career as a crusader against corruption included the federal indictment of three Hillsborough County commissioners, has died at 75. ...more

June 18, 2008

County commissioners gave tentative endorsement of giving $2.5 million to the Brandon Community Advantage Center. ...more

June 17, 2008

Hillsborough County commissioners voted 6-1 Tuesday to allow a 24-hour gym to open on land not designated for all-night businesses. ...more

June 14, 2008

In an era when politicians can't seem to get enough television exposure, some Hillsborough County commissioners want to pull the plug on a station that broadcasts their commission meetings. ...more

June 12, 2008

It's the last day of school and a thunderstorm brews nearby as 11-year-old Jessica Sabogal sums up why she likes the Jackson Springs Recreation Center. ...more

June 11, 2008

TAMPA - It's the last day of school and a thunderstorm brews nearby as 11-year-old Jessica Sabogal sums up why she likes the Jackson Springs Recreation Center. "It feels safe," said the soon-to-be sixth-grader, who participates in the center's free after-school program while under the watchful eye of Hillsborough County employees. But Jessica's parents may have to pay for that care this fall if Hillsborough County commissioners decide to levy a fee to help offset a shrinking county budget. ...more

June 10, 2008

A soon-to-open gym at 17765 Gunn Highway wants to operate 24 hours a day. ...more

June 7, 2008

The crowded Nov. 4 ballot will include a measure that has more to do with fish and wildlife than Democrats and Republicans. ...more

May 22, 2008

Amid a countywide budget crunch, talk of park closures has residents worried. ...more

May 10, 2008

Amid a countywide budget crunch, talk of park closures has residents worried. ...more

May 10, 2008