January’s tourist development tax reaches record for the month while bouncing back from hurricanes
Pinellas County is bouncing back in a massive way from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, surprising even some local leaders.
'Mice' at Bay Area nonprofit deliver meals, kindness to food-insecure families
In the war against hunger, there is an army of mice.
Pinellas County deputy rescues 8 orphaned baby opossums
Eight baby opossums are receiving specialized care after a Pinellas County deputy rescued them from their deceased mother’s pouch on Wednesday.
Car crashes into building, driver arrested on DUI charge: CPD
A Clearwater man faces a DUI charge after police say he crashed into a building early Thursday, causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage.
St. Pete homeowners still wait for permits; city expected to clear backlog by end of March
It’s been almost six months since homeowners in St. Pete had their lives upended by twin Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Largo police officer hit by suspect's car during attempted traffic stop: LPD
A Largo police officer was hit by a suspect's car after the driver allegedly took off during an attempted traffic stop on Wednesday evening, according to the Largo Police Department.
Pinellas County beach communities rebuild after recent hurricanes
Many Pinellas County beach communities are rebuilding after the recent hurricanes.
Boy reunites with Clearwater firefighters who helped deliver him on a pontoon boat
A baby born on a pontoon boat during the pandemic was reunited with the Clearwater firefighters who helped deliver him.
St. Pete developer touts offer to fix the Trop, buy Gas Plant land after Rays back out of stadium deal
A St. Petersburg developer who has offered to buy the land around Tropicana Field says he can have developers begin construction the moment the lease to Tropicana Field is up, and that it will not cost any public dollars.
Man charged with child abuse after he and his girlfriend left ‘visible wounds’ on little girl: SPPD
St. Petersburg police arrested a man after he and his girlfriend allegedly left a girl bruised for a week.
Florida nonprofit's art show highlights variety of work from across the state
Every year, Florida CraftArt shines a brighter spotlight on its members through an annual members show.
St. Pete to spend $7 million on sewage facilities after 2024 storms forced shutdowns due to flooding
The City of St. Petersburg will spend $7 million to upgrade two sewer treatment facilities to improve their ability to handle disasters after both facilities had to be shut down during the 2024 hurricane season.
Wife of doctor found dead in Tarpon Springs mansion ordered to pay his children $200M
It has been more than a decade since a prominent doctor was found shot to death in his garage in Tarpon Springs.
Nonprofit asks St. Pete community if they intend to support for help reopening after fire
A St. Pete community center that helps countless people is now in need itself.
Howard Frankland Bridge project: Here’s when the new bridge will open
After more than four years of construction, commuters will soon be able to drive across the new Howard Frankland Bridge.
Man hospitalized after fire forces evacuation of Clearwater condos
A man is recovering from smoke inhalation after an early morning fire at a condo complex, Clearwater officials said.
St. Pete firefighters rescue victim trapped in burning mobile home: Officials
One person trapped inside a mobile home that caught fire in St. Petersburg Monday evening was rushed to the hospital after being pulled to safety, according to first responders.
Clearwater discusses closing part of downtown street to sell to Church of Scientology
The ownership of a stretch of street in downtown Clearwater may soon change.
St. Pete police confirm missing 17-year-old Allister Nasr has been found dead
Allister Nasr has been found dead deep in the Weedon Island Preserve, according to St. Petersburg Police.
98-year-old among hurricane victims struggling 6 months after storms
Nearly six months ago, 98-year-old Regina May watched as waves crashed outside her home in South Pasadena when Hurricane Helene impacted the Tampa Bay area.