Tampa Bay’s 2026 report card highlights strong jobs, dangerous streets, cost of living crisis
Tampa Bay’s report card is in, and the region’s workforce pipeline remains strong. But even after a year of progress, affording to live in the region remains a challenge.
Tampa Bay’s report card is in, and the region’s workforce pipeline remains strong. But even after a year of progress, affording to live in the region remains a challenge.
Pinellas County hiring lifeguards ahead of busy beach season amid statewide shortage
As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush.
As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush.
Shore Acres to get $32M flood relief project; residents question if it’s enough
For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events.
For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events.
Rainbow lasers light up skyline for Winter Pride St. Pete
Seven beams of laser light lit up the night sky over St. Petersburg on Thursday night. It’s part of Winter Pride St. Pete, where organizers say this colorful installation is a response to the removal of the city’s rainbow crosswalk.
Seven beams of laser light lit up the night sky over St. Petersburg on Thursday night. It’s part of Winter Pride St. Pete, where organizers say this colorful installation is a response to the removal of the city’s rainbow crosswalk.
St. Pete non-profit, local churches create housing for foster youth aging out of system
Now, a new initiative in St. Petersburg is turning empty church parking lots into a lifeline for those who age out of the foster care system.
Now, a new initiative in St. Petersburg is turning empty church parking lots into a lifeline for those who age out of the foster care system.
Duke Energy hardens Florida power grid by putting hundreds of miles of lines underground
While it may not be hurricane season right now, utility crews in Pinellas County are spending the winter months buried in work, literally.
While it may not be hurricane season right now, utility crews in Pinellas County are spending the winter months buried in work, literally.
Morning chair-based exercises helping seniors at Oak Tree Manor
The day begins with exercises for the 60-some senior residents that live at Oak Tree Manor.
The day begins with exercises for the 60-some senior residents that live at Oak Tree Manor.
Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg 2026: Here’s what to know
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is revving up and will roll into town at the end of the month.
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is revving up and will roll into town at the end of the month.
Seniors remain stranded at Pinellas Park apartment building after elevator breaks down again
Seniors living at an apartment complex in Pinellas Park have been without a working elevator for 19 days. This breakdown has left some residents at St. Giles Manor II unable to leave the six-story building.
Seniors living at an apartment complex in Pinellas Park have been without a working elevator for 19 days. This breakdown has left some residents at St. Giles Manor II unable to leave the six-story building.
Florida law to require EKG screenings for high school athletes: Here's when it goes into effect
Doctors in Tampa Bay are emphasizing the importance of pediatric heart health, as a new Florida law aims to help prevent sudden cardiac arrests.
Doctors in Tampa Bay are emphasizing the importance of pediatric heart health, as a new Florida law aims to help prevent sudden cardiac arrests.
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport ranked 2nd most affordable in U.S.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) has earned the No. 2 spot for the lowest round-trip domestic airfare in the country, according to recent Kayak data.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) has earned the No. 2 spot for the lowest round-trip domestic airfare in the country, according to recent Kayak data.
‘Day Dreams’ exhibit depicts dreams at Morean Art Center in St. Pete
The ‘Day Dreams’ exhibition at the Morean Arts Center depicts dreams in artwork.
The ‘Day Dreams’ exhibition at the Morean Arts Center depicts dreams in artwork.
St. Pete men arrested in shooting that injured 18-year-old at apartment complex: Police
Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of an 18-year-old earlier this month at a St. Petersburg apartment complex, according to officers.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of an 18-year-old earlier this month at a St. Petersburg apartment complex, according to officers.
St. Pete mayor highlights redeveloping historic Gas Plant District in State of City address
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch delivered his 2026 State of the City address on Wednesday morning.
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch delivered his 2026 State of the City address on Wednesday morning.
'Tasty Tampa Bay' returns to Clearwater with 100+ vendors, foodie contests and waterfront views
Tasty Tampa Bay returns to Coachman Park on Saturday, February 21, serving up bites from more than 100 local vendors and food trucks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tasty Tampa Bay returns to Coachman Park on Saturday, February 21, serving up bites from more than 100 local vendors and food trucks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Pinellas Park seniors left stranded in apartment building after elevator outage
Several seniors at a Pinellas Park apartment complex have been unable to leave their homes after the building’s elevator broke down nearly three weeks ago.
Several seniors at a Pinellas Park apartment complex have been unable to leave their homes after the building’s elevator broke down nearly three weeks ago.
Genetic genealogy technology to be used in Nancy Guthrie case has helped solve Tampa Bay area cases
Investigative genetic genealogy, which is a relatively new forensic tool, is now being considered in the search for answers in the Nancy Guthrie case.
Investigative genetic genealogy, which is a relatively new forensic tool, is now being considered in the search for answers in the Nancy Guthrie case.
Decorated Gulf War veteran inspiring next generation of leaders: 'It's priceless'
Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) AC Coley’s chest is heavy with medals; the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit — but today, his focus is on the next generation of leaders.
Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) AC Coley’s chest is heavy with medals; the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit — but today, his focus is on the next generation of leaders.
'Low Tide / High Root' exhibit highlights cultural balance for Asian Americans living in the US
At the Dunedin Fine Art Center, a new exhibit is showcasing the divide and balance for multiculture Asian Americans living in the U.S.
At the Dunedin Fine Art Center, a new exhibit is showcasing the divide and balance for multiculture Asian Americans living in the U.S.
St. Pete police officer arrested for domestic battery: PCSO
Pinellas County deputies arrested a St. Petersburg police officer on a domestic battery charge.
Pinellas County deputies arrested a St. Petersburg police officer on a domestic battery charge.