Pinellas County commissioners discuss moving to a county mayor instead of county administrator
Pinellas County voters could get the chance to decide on what form of government they want.
St. Pete program cultivating next generation of artists
Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.
Art exhibit creates love letter to St. Pete – through photos
Visual artist Luci Westphal created a love letter to St. Petersburg, not in words but photos.
St. Pete man accused of dismembering girlfriend and killing her mother: PCSO
The suspected killer of his girlfriend and her mother had started dismembering his girlfriend when deputies arrived at the St. Pete home on Saturday, according to an arrest affidavit released Tuesday by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
St. Pete police officer arrested, accused of sharing confidential information with suspect
A St. Petersburg police officer is accused of sharing confidential information from law enforcement databases.
Woman arrested for attempted murder after stabbing man inside smoke shop: LPD
A woman faces an attempted first-degree murder charge after Largo police say she stabbed a man multiple times at a smoke shop on Monday.
Florida man cited for shooting, killing great blue heron and duck on his property: FWC
A man allegedly shot and killed a great blue heron and a mallard duck that were on his property, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Teen arrested for murder after shooting 13-year-old while victim was recording: SPPD
A 14-year-old faces murder charges after St. Petersburg police say he fired a gun inside a vehicle, hitting a 13-year-old who was recording the suspect at the time.
Volunteers help mother move into new home after hurricanes
No one needs a reminder that the hurricanes impacted the Tampa Bay area this past season, but some people could not have recovered without the help of outreach groups and volunteers.
Toddler wanders from home in Palm Harbor, found dead in pond: PCSO
A 3-year-old boy with Autism drowned Sunday afternoon after wandering away from his home in Palm Harbor.
Double murder suspect would 'do it again', after stabbing girlfriend and her mother: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says the suspect in a double murder was planning to kill other members of his family after stabbing his girlfriend and her mother.
Teenage boy shot, killed in St. Pete driveway, investigation underway: SPPD
A 13-year-old Largo boy has died after being shot in the driveway of a home late Saturday, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Deputies find 2 dead, 1 injured while responding to domestic call in St. Pete: PCSO
Two people are dead, and one person has been taken to a nearby hospital after deputies responded to a domestic call in St. Petersburg, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
New Florida bill aims to prepare local governments for better hurricane response
A bill led by a Pinellas County state senator now heads to the Florida House, focusing on hurricane preparedness and response. Its goal is to make sure each county has a post-storm plan following the devastating impacts of last year’s hurricane season.
Mosquito control discusses prevention strategies
Eggs are a hot commodity, and they’re not the only thing Pinellas County Mosquito Control’s 56 chickens provide.
Incredible Dog Challenge returns to Clearwater this weekend
Some of the nation’s top canine athletes are taking over Coachman Park this weekend for a crowd-pleasing, high-energy competition.
Large art exhibit brings hundreds of pieces together from wide range of artists
One of their largest exhibitions of the year, #SMF (student, member + faculty), is a celebration of creativity at the Dunedin Fine Art Center.
Tampa Bay Rowdies set to return to Al Lang Stadium for first time since 2024 hurricanes
An exciting homecoming is set for this weekend as the Tampa Bay Rowdies return to Al Lang Stadium for the first time since last year's hurricanes caused significant damage.
Treasure Island’s iconic Thunderbird Beach Resort announces total teardown after hurricanes
The Thunderbird Beach Resort has been a beloved landmark on Treasure Island for 68 years.
Firefighter arrested for DUI after topping 100 mph in residential area: PCSO
A Gulfport firefighter faces a DUI charge after Pinellas County deputies say he reached speeds of more than 100 mph in a residential area while off-duty.