Redington Beach resident sits down with officials as storm-damaged homes still left without permits
It's been nearly five months since Hurricane Helene made landfall, flooding hundreds of homes along the Tampa Bay area's beach towns.
North Beach at Fort De Soto Park reopens Monday months after hurricanes
After five months of restoration, a popular beach at Pinellas County's largest public park is reopening on Presidents' Day.
St. Petersburg residents could face code violations amid hurricane rebuilds
St. Petersburg residents are still dealing with the aftermath of last year’s hurricanes. Many are now facing code enforcement violations for rebuilding their storm-damaged homes without proper permits.
American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach reopens after hurricanes
Nearly five months after Hurricane Helene forced American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach to close its doors, it reopened Thursday.
St. Pete approves $5M to improve drainage around Lake Maggiore after hurricanes caused flooding
The neighborhoods around Lake Maggiore are closer to flood protection after the St. Petersburg City Council signed off on a new project.
New exhibit geared towards kids opens at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Nearly five months after the hurricanes, Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is starting to return to normal.
New storm recovery program is helping Florida residents raise homes, build back stronger after hurricanes
A new storm recovery program is trying to help homeowners build back stronger after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Gulf Beaches Public Library reopens after hurricanes thanks to $150K donation for repairs
For four months, Jane and Gene Field have been among the thousands of people shut out of the Gulf Beaches Public Library, which was damaged by the hurricanes in October.
Tampa leaders approve $3.2M in funding to help homeowners recover from hurricanes
It’s been almost four months since Hurricane Milton destroyed lives across Tampa Bay.
2025's Grand Prix preparations have begun, promising to spark the city’s economy
The grandstands are going up, and the first block of the track's wall is ready for the Grand Prix of St. Pete.
Treasure Island police, fire getting new facility after Hurricane Helene destroyed previous one
Treasure Island Fire Rescue and Police Department have been operating out of portable buildings in City Hall’s parking lot since Hurricane Helene destroyed their public safety facility.
Beloved Cortez Village restaurant reopens four months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
A beloved Cortez Village restaurant reopened on Tuesday, four months after back-to-back storms. Slicker's Eatery has seen a lot since opening during the COVID-19 pandemic. From red tide seasons to, more recently, Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
State approves TECO, Duke rate hikes to recoup $1.55B in hurricane costs
State regulators on Tuesday approved rate increases for Duke Energy and TECO customers to cover costs from Florida's devastating 2024 hurricane season.
Iconic St. Pete Beach hotels to remain closed until summer, missing busy spring break season
Many Bay Area beach communities are racing to rebuild ahead of the upcoming spring break season. However, two prominent hotels on St. Pete Beach have disappointing news for workers and tourists alike: they will remain closed until summer.
Chimney Rock, North Carolina, recovery shows progress post-Helene
Residents are slowly rebuilding the village of Chimney Rock, North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. "There's hope coming back," said Shane Zoccole, one of the volunteers in the area.
Hurricane heroes honored with Congressional commendations for work after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton made landfall, the Tampa Bay area's coastline and communities were forever changed. But, despite the loss, neighbors helped neighbors, and they were honored on Friday for their service.
Madeira Beach church serving the community despite impacts from Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Remembering what she saw walking through the doors of Church By the Sea’s thrift store after Hurricane Helene brings Jeanne Bandelow to tears.
Hillsborough County ends State of Local Emergency
For the first time since late September, Hillsborough County will no longer be a State of Local Emergency, they announced Friday.
Madeira Beach leaders work to speed up permit process as residents struggle months after hurricanes
There are some signs of recovery in Madeira Beach, like the live music at the Saltwater Hippie Beach Bar, and restaurants packed on a Thursday night.
More than 10,000 households living in hotels after Helene, Milton through FEMA program
Jason Rule and his girlfriend lost everything, other than some of their clothes, when Hurricanes Helene and Milton flooded their home in South Pasadena.