The Tampa Tribune

A U.S. Marine reservist attacked a visiting Greek Orthodox priest he believed to be a terrorist, Tampa police say. When the priest tried seeking directions from Jasen D. Bruce, 28, of Tampa, on Monday, Bruce struck the priest with a tire iron and chased him. Full Story »

The 30 to 40 saltwater fish in a tank at Tampa International Airport's blue arrival area are dead or expected to die after a vehicle crashed into the fish exhibit Monday night, a Florida Aquarium spokesman said today. Full Story »

Rundown of larger local events planned for Veterans Day Full Story »

After a slow start, the Obama administration's mortgage relief program has reached one in five eligible homeowners, a government report says. Full Story »

A local travel agency that arranges flights to Cuba is locked in a legal battle with the state of Florida. Full Story »

There is a learning curve, and maybe Bucs head coach Morris is beginning to climb it, writes Martin Fennelly. Full Story »

The National Hurricane Center dropped all tropical storm warnings for the northern Gulf Coast. Winds in a weakening Tropical Storm Ida dropped enough this morning for the storm to be declared a tropical depression. Forecasters expect Ida to be swallowed by an approaching front on Wednesday. As Ida fizzles, its remains will influence weather in the Tampa Bay area. Full Story »

ORLANDO (AP) — The former NASA astronaut charged with confronting a romantic rival will be back in court with her trial only a month away. Full Story »

They went on night patrols wearing helmets and full field equipment. They learned how to throw a grenade and dig a trench. They were involved in a deadly nighttime firefight and got as close to action in the Vietnam War as they will ever get. And they did it all from the safety of a local classroom. Full Story »

USF has lost three straight against Rutgers, but Thursday night's ESPN game gives the Bulls another chance to restore their image, writes Joe Henderson. Full Story »

If you're hoping to land a retail job this holiday season, you should start early. Two firms that study holiday hiring say retailers may be extra cautious in hiring. Full Story »

Here are some tips to help avoid your daily pain and to combat it when it does occur. Full Story »

With just four weekends of college football remaining, the Bowl picture is starting to come into focus. Full Story »

Authorities are looking for a missing 9-year-old girl from Sumter County. Nakhya Butler was last seen in the 100 block of Huey Street in Wildwood. She may be traveling with her father, Nathan Butler, in a black Chevrolet Cobalt to Kissimmee, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said. Full Story »

USF's B.J. Daniels and Rutgers' Tom Savage were thrust into a starting role only to find instant success. Full Story »

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Four years after its first solar sail ended up in the ocean instead of orbit, The Planetary Society announces that by the end of 2010 it will try again to launch a spacecraft that will be propelled by the subtle pressure of sunlight. Full Story »

Deon Thompson scored 20 points to help No. 6 North Carolina spoil Isiah Thomas' college coaching debut and beat Florida International 88-72 on Monday night in the 2K Sports Classic. Full Story »

PREPS Monday's Results BOYS SOCCER WIREGRASS RANCH 7, ZEPHRYHILLS 0 Zephyrhills Full Story »

The Bucs rallied for their first victory of the season on Throwback Sunday, so players are naturally curious about the mysterious power of those orange uniforms. Full Story »

Given good blocking and a fresh start, Larry Johnson might still be the power-running Pro Bowler who had back-to-back 1,700-yard seasons for Kansas City. Full Story »

Drilling for oil in the Gulf of Mexico could harm Florida's economy by interfering with military training and testing in the Gulf and cutting activity at Florida bases, Sen. Bill Nelson told the Tampa Chamber of Commerce on Monday. Full Story »

Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt is brushing aside wide receiver Anquan Boldin's critical comments that followed the Cardinals' 41-21 victory at Chicago. Full Story »

Heralded Florida State recruit Erik James Manuel will get his first start Saturday at Wake Forest. Full Story »

Had 26 goals last season as she helped lead the Indians to the 6A region final. The senior has three goals through two games this season. Full Story »

Last season ended for Plant with three corner kicks that led to East Lake goals in the final 20 minutes of the region quarterfinals. With a 2-0 lead at the second-half water break, things looked good for the Panthers, but all that changed when East Lake's Tatiana Perez put in three late goals and the Eagles ended Plant's season, 3-2. Full Story »