St. Pete officials reveal $160M disaster recovery plan to help victims of the 2024 hurricanes
The city of St. Pete moved closer to securing a grant for nearly $160 million for hurricane recovery.
St. Pete debates downtown 'Clean and Safe' program as calls for police, safety services surge
St. Petersburg city leaders are taking a closer look at a proposal that would bring extra cleaning crews, safety ambassadors, and homeless outreach to the downtown core.
City of St. Petersburg to launch yearlong planning effort for rapidly growing District 2
St. Petersburg’s District 2, one of the city’s fastest-growing areas, is now the focus of a major city-led planning initiative.
St. Pete consignment shop abruptly closes, thousands of dollars in designer goods missing
Thousands of dollars' worth of designer goods are missing from a St. Petersburg consignment shop. The store, Retreat Consignment, abruptly closed without any warning and now several sellers want to know where their stuff is and how to get it back.
St. Pete man sailing over 5,500 miles for Ronald McDonald House Charities
A St. Pete man plans to sail 5,500 miles to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Sgt. Anthony Patrick Muhlstadt Foundation hosts annual ruck walk in his honor
The Sgt. Anthony Patrick Muhlstadt Foundation hosted their annual Defender 2.2 Mile Ruck/Walk & 5.5k on Saturday morning.
St. Pete approves projects to make sewer system more resilient
City leaders gave the greenlight for critical infrastructure improvements after Hurricanes Helene and Milton exposed dangerous weaknesses in the sewage system.
More affordable housing coming to South St. Pete with Habitat for Humanity partnership
In a bold effort to address the affordable housing crisis, the City of St. Petersburg is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to build new homes in South St. Pete. It's to ensure that families who live and work in the area have a real shot at staying in their community.
St. Pete City Council unanimously approves $5 million for Tropicana Field repairs
St. Pete councilors unanimously approved $5 million for Tropicana Field repairs, and said the project was currently tracking to meet its expected budget.
St. Pete playwright writes kid's audiobook to help navigate hurricane stress during storm season
Sheila Cowley’s new, free audiobook is about a little girl who organizes her own version of a hurricane kit as the adults around her prepare for a hurricane.
St. Pete students, staff face uncertainty amid nationwide Job Corps pause
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a nationwide pause on Job Corps centers, citing low graduation rates as justification for the decision. The move, linked to cost-cutting efforts under the Trump administration, has sent shockwaves through local campuses — including the Pinellas Job Corps Center in St. Petersburg.
Rhythm Roots: Legendary Black musicians left lasting impact from Tampa to St. Pete
Black performers found soul and sanctuary on the Chitlin Circuit in the Tampa Bay area at a time decades ago when they were limited as far as places where they could perform.
St. Petersburg Housing Authority hosts summit to attract more landlords
The St. Petersburg Housing Authority hosted a summit to attract more landlords.
Pride Month kicks off with block party in St. Pete
It's June, meaning Pride Month is officially underway in St. Pete.
Animal rescue gets support after devastating fire. Here's how you can help
A St. Pete animal rescue is grateful for community support after a devastating fire that killed 12 cats.
75,000 items of Tampa Bay Rays memorabilia sell out fast at the team's largest yard sale ever
The Tampa Bay Rays had what they're calling their largest charity yard sale ever. From hats to bobbleheads to t-shirts, all were up for grabs Saturday outside Tropicana Field.
'Rare Air' art exhibit features endangered birds, bats, butterflies & bees
A visit to the James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art will expose the viewer to not only some amazing artwork in the current “Rare Air" exhibit, but also to the conservation efforts underway to help keep some of the most beautiful flying creatures here longer.
Dozens of animals rescued from fire at Lealman cat rescue
Dozens of animals had to be rescued from a fire at a cat rescue in Lealman on Friday night.
Tampa Bay Rays to hold huge yard sale at the Trop
The Tampa Bay Rays are holding a yard sale at the Trop at the end of May.
St. Pete plans to add more pickleball courts to meet popular demand
Pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, has taken St. Petersburg by storm. The city is now facing a challenge: Accommodating the increasing number of enthusiasts eager to play.