The U.S. military's main combat hospital in Iraq is increasingly treating Iraqis. As the numbers of wounded American troops have fallen, the hospital is now saving the lives of a remarkable 93 percent of Iraqis who come with devastating injuries. ...more

October 2, 2008

Two separate hit-and-run accidents left three people injured Saturday night in Manatee County. Two of those hurt were on a motorcycle and the other person was on a bicycle. ...more

September 21, 2008

For volunteer firefighters, this was the Holy Grail. To stay under the smoke, kneel when entering the door of a burning home. Follow the hose in, remain with the three-man team, and make sure all three come out. ...more

September 15, 2008

The University of Miami football team worked out in shells for the first time Monday after two days in shorts and helmets. ...more

August 5, 2008

Carolina Panthers receiver Steve Smith was sent home from training camp Friday after he punched teammate Ken Lucas at practice, leaving the starting cornerback holding an ice pack to his left eye before he was carted to the locker room. ...more

August 2, 2008

It happened a lot during the past few months, some of the longest of his 26 years. He'd be in a store, or a restaurant, somewhere, and someone would recognize him. They remember his game and his smile. ...more

July 28, 2008

TOWN 'N COUNTRY - Members of Cub Scout Pack 20 learned safety tips and got to show off their riding skills during a recent bicycle rodeo at the Upper Tampa Bay Trail park near Sheldon Road and Waters Avenue. ...more

July 16, 2008

The teen driver of a motorcycle died this afternoon, a day after he and a female passenger crashed into truck hauling a utility trailer, the Florida Highway Patrol said. ...more

July 7, 2008

LAKELAND - Deputies are investigating a motorcycle crash that killed the operator Sunday afternoon and seriously injured a female passenger, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said. ...more

June 15, 2008

Three children are in serious condition after a moped crash in Bradenton tonight, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. ...more

May 30, 2008