Affordable micro-apartments made from shipping containers planned for St. Pete
A Bay Area start-up has big plans for those looking to live tiny, proposing an apartment complex made entirely of shipping containers in downtown St. Petersburg.
As world's youngest certified drone pilots, St. Pete middle school students ready to soar
They aren't old enough to drive, but students at Azalea Middle School in St. Petersburg are getting a unique opportunity to become certified in drone flight and safety.
Clearwater couple charged with manslaughter, neglect after child's death
Investigators said the three children were malnourished, had bedsores, diaper rash, severely matted hair, and were unable to speak or even walk. One of the children was found dead in the couple's home.
St. Pete Grand Prix capped at 20,000 spectators for second year in a row
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg – rescheduled for April – will welcome 20,000 spectators, officials announced Thursday.
Unvaccinated seniors worry expanded eligibility puts them even farther behind
With many Florida seniors still without a vaccine appointment, adding teachers, first responders, and the medically vulnerable to the mix potentially makes their wait even longer.
Pinellas County COVID-19 vaccine distribution
As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed throughout the state of Florida, individual counties are beginning to release information about how and to whom the two-dose vaccine will be distributed.
St. Pete City Council to consider $30M marina redevelopment plan
The city of St. Petersburg is drawing closer to redeveloping even more of its downtown waterfront. First, it was the pier. Now, it's the marina, which city officials admit is decaying and drab.
Now hiring: Busy beach businesses look to bounce back from pandemic closures
Take a quick drive down Gulf Boulevard in Pinellas County and you’ll see a lot of “Help Wanted” signs. Spring break season has brought about an overwhelming hiring need.
Tampa Bay Watch promotes environmental stewardship with family field trips
Families looking for new interactive learning experiences during the month of March can take a field trip to Tierra Verde.
‘Van Gogh Alive’ exhibit at Dali Museum extended through mid-June
The popular "Van Gogh Alive" exhibit at the Dali Museum will be around longer than planned.
Bay Area doctors urge at-risk COVID-19 patients to seek antibody therapy
One of the few treatments for COVID-19 -- monoclonal antibody therapy -- is becoming more widely available, but not everybody is aware of where and when to get the treatment and they qualify.
Leaders continue push for investigation into DeSantis vaccine rollout
Leaders in St. Petersburg’s African American community are upset about how the COVID-19 vaccine is being rolled out. They say Governor Ron Desantis is playing favorites while people of color have had little access to the vaccine.
Family hopes laughter, sunshine will help Largo nurse paralyzed after COVID-related illness
Desmon Silva has been hospitalized in Boston since July after doctors say a COVID-19-related infection led to paralysis. Monday, the 23-year-old from Largo returned home via air ambulance.
St. Pete father charged with murder after 5-year-old daughter dies from abuse, police say
Police in St. Petersburg have upgraded the charges against a father accused of abusing his 5-year-old daughter, who died days after being hospitalized last week with numerous injuries.
COVID-19-related illness leaves Largo nurse paralyzed from neck down
A nurse paralyzed by a COVID-19-related infection is on his way back home to Florida after spending months recovering in a Massachusetts hospital.
Golfer may have drowned searching for ball in pond, deputies say
Hermilo Jazmines, 74, died on Sunday after deputies found him in a pond at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scammers posing as deputies
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of phone scammers posing as deputies trying to obtain personal information.
Imagine Museum invites all ages to experience the beauty of glass art
St. Petersburg has many opportunities to see fine art, from the murals along Central Avenue to the ‘Bending Arc’ at the Pier. Among the museums showing specialized works of art, the Imagine Museum stands out as unique.
Walk honors Deputy Michael Magli, raises money for family
It’s been just over a week since Pinellas County Deputy Michael Magli was killed in the line of duty. While his family now is left to navigate a difficult road ahead, the community is rallying behind them.
Small businesses seeing Spring Break sales spike
The Spring Break tourism period between March and mid-April is crucial for bars, restaurants, and hotels, which make a significant amount of their annual revenue during those several weeks.