St. Pete man sentenced to prison for making child porn, trying to meet a minor for sex

A St. Petersburg man was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in prison for charges of production of child sexual abuse material and attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity, stemming from an undercover child predator sting in Marion County.

City of Tampa buying water earlier than normal to meet demand during shortage

The city of Tampa gets most of its water from the Hillsborough River, which isn’t very full right now because it wasn’t a very rainy “rainy season."

Glass of Life provides classes for community

Tucked into a corner of St. Pete is a colorful world of reflective glass. The Glass of Life studio offers a creative space for beginners and experienced artists. 

PSTA Board to vote on Tampa Bay Ferry contract Wednesday

The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority’s board is voting Wednesday to approve Hubbard’s Marina as the operator of the revamped, year-round ferry.

Deadly St. Pete e-bike crash under investigation

A woman riding an e-bike was hit and killed by a vehicle on Tuesday morning, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

St. Petersburg looking for contractor to revitalize marina for $148 million

The city of St. Petersburg is poised for a transformative phase, with millions of dollars earmarked for development and new construction projects in prime real estate areas. 

St. Pete man arrested after stealing Cybertruck during test drive, causing $20K in damages: PCSO

A St. Petersburg man is accused of stealing a Tesla Cybertruck while on a test drive and causing approximately $20,000 in damages to the vehicle, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said. 

Shopapalooza returns for 15th year, bringing hundreds of local businesses to St. Pete’s waterfront

The 15th Annual Shopapalooza Festival kicked off Saturday at Vinoy Park, transforming 12 acres of St. Petersburg’s waterfront into one of the largest Small Business Saturday celebrations in the nation.

Man dies after e-bike crash on on 49th Street in St. Pete, police say

A 55-year-old man died from injuries he suffered in an e-bike crash early Sunday morning, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

St. Pete business has been selling handmade pieces for 23 years

The Craftsman House features work by over 300 local and national artists. They sell hand-crafted goods like pottery, blown glass, woodwork and jewelry.