Ransomware attacks prompt Bay Area schools, governments to beef up security

In the past year, cybercriminals hacked Colonial Pipeline, a meatpacking plant and the city of Oldsmar’s water treatment plant. Now, Tampa Bay area groups are trying to make sure they're not next on the list.

Teen seriously injured when shot inside in South St. Pete home

The St. Petersburg Police Department says a 14-year-old boy was shot while inside a South St. Petersburg home Tuesday night. 

Florida governor hosts roundtable discussion in St. Pete on red tide

During a roundtable at the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute in St. Pete, Gov. Ron DeSantis acknowledged that the state's economy is based on its environment, and red tide blooms – like the one in the Bay Area in 2018 – can cause major problems affecting wildlife and tourism.

St. Pete developing future champions through programs to uplift young minorities

The city of St. Petersburg is kicking off its Summer Workforce Training Academy, an initiative to engage and uplift a community of young minority males and females.

St. Pete artist creates wooden whimsy in every piece

From front porch balusters to string instruments, Beth Ireland is known across the country for her woodturning craftsmanship.

Florida Holocaust Museum welcomes funding increase

More than $7-million is included in this year’s state budget to support Florida’s Jewish community including $1.35-million for the Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg.

Missing Hillsborough woman's body found burning near Sunshine Skyway Bridge

Deputies say a body found at a fire near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge appears to be a Hillsborough County murder victim. Now, they’re asking the public for help solving the case.

Body found near fire at Sunshine Skyway Bridge rest stop

The St. Petersburg Police Department says a body was found around 8 p.m. on the rest area of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

Johns Hopkins Medicine to require COVID-19 vaccine for employees

Johns Hopkins Medicine, the parent company of St. Pete’s Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, announced Wednesday that they’ll be requiring nearly all employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Drobots drone camps let kids take flight this summer

With school out, many summer camps are officially launching this week across the Tampa Bay area. If you’re looking for a fun STEM camp, or if your child enjoys drones or robotics, Drobots is worth checking out.