Teams tackle heat [Times photo: John Pendygraft] Ryan Brown, 17, a Plant High School defensive tackle, cools off during a water break. Hillsborough football teams had their first day of practice Monday and coaches were thinking of the recent deaths on the practice field and making sure their plays drank enough water in the heat.

Hillsborough County news
Gunfight erupts over drugs, leaving two dead
TAMPA -- Two people died after a drug-related gunfight Monday night near an apartment complex in northeast Tampa, police said.

Campaign flier's 'humor' falls flat
A homeowners association official's joke about killing rivals earns him a scolding.

Superintendent touts district achievements
Hillsborough schools will be without double sessions for the first time since 1996.

Appeal brings Plant High upgrade to an A
It is one of six Tampa Bay area schools that successfully challenged its ranking in the state's recognition system that awards cash for grades.

Treasurer for club accused of theft
About $21,000 raised during a charity event by the women's racing club is missing.

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