TAMPA - Police arrested a man on a drug-related charge Thursday, saying he illegally obtained the prescription painkiller oxycodone from 14 doctors within 30 days, an affidavit states. ...more

December 27, 2007

After another trip to my local pharmacy to buy my husband his much needed allergy medication, I have come to the conclusion that this ridiculous law requiring photo ID and a one box limit per 15-day period for allergy and cold medication is ridiculous. It certainly isn't stopping the criminals from manufacturing illegal drugs. Surprisingly, they manage to supply their drug without any problems, as you can see if you watch a newscast or pick up a paper. ...more

December 22, 2007

The youngest brother of Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Dennis Kucinich was found dead at his home Wednesday. ...more

December 20, 2007

Tuesday was one of those rush rush days, I hadn't planned on going to Sebring Animal Hospital, but my husband noticed our dog only had one of his daily medications left, so he wanted me to call and make arrangements to get more. I called but rather than telling Van, my husband, I figured I could go by and pick it up myself since Van had a cold. So I fill out a check and into the car I jump already running late. I walk using a crutch so as I bounce out of the car to make a fast trip into the animal hospital, I dropped my purse and I said a few words I shouldn't have. Using the crutch as a prop I bend over and grab the purse. I get the medication, hand the lady the check and make a bee line back to car. ...more

December 17, 2007

TAMPA - U.S. postal inspectors said Friday that they are investigating "numerous complaints" of mail theft at the University of Tampa. ...more

December 7, 2007

A man was jailed for failing to take his tuberculosis medication after officials said he was a serious health risk. ...more

December 7, 2007

Just in time for the holidays, a newly opened business takes chocolate back to its roots. ...more

December 5, 2007

MADEIRA BEACH - Skeletal remains found underneath a business on Saturday belong to 53-year-old Willliam Joseph Oberle, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said today. ...more

November 20, 2007