For universities and colleges across Florida, the bad times started two years ago. And like nearly everyone these days, higher education officials see their finances going from bad to worse. This week, Florida lawmakers are expected to take 4 percent from the state's college and university budgets for 2008-09. Add that to $259 million in reductions that began in 2007 and fears that the declining economy could force even more cuts when the Legislature goes into its regular session this spring. ...more

January 14, 2009

A scientist thinks he's discovered how "flying dinosaurs" weighing hundreds of pounds got off the ground. ...more

January 8, 2009

Despite a growing public awareness, probiotics are still relatively new and remain under the microscope. ...more

January 8, 2009

University of South Florida researchers have developed a technology using cell phones to enable people with brain injuries and other cognitive disabilities to use public transportation. ...more

January 5, 2009

Almost two years ago, local charities and church groups that help the needy survive, along with the city, formed the Tarpon Alliance For Humanity to coordinate resources. Formation of the group, a few years before the economy faltered, now seems prophetic. The united effort is needed now more than ever. ...more

December 27, 2008

Women who have routine mammograms at Pasco Regional Medical Center now have access to the latest diagnostic techniques. The center recently installed a mammography system, the GE Senographe 2000D, that will help physicians detect and diagnose breast cancer earlier and more accurately. ...more

December 13, 2008

Searching for a truly original holiday gift, one that could bestow a bit of immortality on a loved one or a friend? ...more

December 9, 2008

It has remained one of World War II's most enduring mysteries, one that resonated decades later in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks: Who in Washington knew what and when before the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941? ...more

December 7, 2008

This weeks must-have food-related items are a snack serving tray, a hip flask for mom and an alt-energy menorah. ...more

December 3, 2008

A 19-year-old man from Bradenton is in critical condition after his vehicle spun out of control on U.S. 41 in Manatee County Saturday night. ...more

November 23, 2008