Undercover operation results in 22 arrests, three potential trafficking victims
Detectives set up a room at a local motel Friday and posted online ads looking for sex workers. Those who responded to the ads were instead screened to see if they were potential trafficking victims and were given the chance to go with social service counselors.
Fly along the Sunshine Skyway with one of the fastest wind-powered sports
The last time you drove over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, did you notice lots of kiteboarders? It's becoming more popular and you'll never see a better view than from the FOX 13 drone.
St. Petersburg buzzes with weekend of Rays and racing
The Firestone Grand Prix is racing through the streets of downtown while watch parties for the World Series happen across the Bay Area.
Crash involving boat-hauler closes I-275 lanes in St. Pete
The scene of the crash is near the 30th Avenue North overpass in St. Petersburg. The view from FDOT cameras showed the boat across the southbound lanes of the interstate.
Pinellas sheriff: Deputies to be stationed at early voting sites after armed guards prompt voter complaints
Sheriff Bob Gualitieri did his best to quell concerns about voter intimidation after photos showed armed guards at a St. Pete polling place. The sheriff says the licensed guards did not break the law and remained outside of the 150-foot “no campaign zone.”
St. Petersburg barber cutting away at youth literacy problem
Central Station Barbershop & Grooming owner Antonio Brown offers children free books and haircuts every Wednesday.
Masks, social distancing required for upcoming Firestone Grand Prix
The long-awaited IndyCar Firestone Grand Prix begins Friday, October 23, 2020, and the championship race is on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Anyone can be a ghostbuster with Eckerd College's virtual 'Ghost Hunting 101' class
Dr. Brandy Stark will teach proper protocol and explain how to use ghost-hunting equipment, document evidence, and communicate with entities. She’ll also be sharing local paranormal history and lore.
World Series watch party planned for St. Pete Pier
The World Series may be taking place in Texas, but Tampa Bay Rays fans can get a waterfront seat to watch Game One tomorrow. The new St. Pete Pier is hosting a watch party just blocks from Tropicana Field.
Coast Guard rescues 6 from capsized boat near Sunshine Skyway
Six people were rescued by the Coast Guard Saturday after their boat overturned near the Sunshine Skyway in Tampa Bay.
Jill Biden brings hopeful message to St. Pete ahead of early voting: 'We will build a better nation'
To the sound of honking cars -- as opposed to applause -- potential first lady Dr. Jill Biden stepped up the fight for Florida with a drive-in rally at St. Petersburg College.
Pedestrian killed in St. Pete crash
Police say a vehicle struck a pedestrian on 66th Street at 34th Avenue North, just before 10 p.m.
Dr. Jill Biden announces Friday appearance in St. Petersburg
Dr. Jill Biden, wife of former Vice President Joe Biden announced she will appear in St. Petersburg Friday a Get Out the Vote Drive-In Rally.
Tom Brady joins vibrant St. Pete arts scene, thanks to popular local artists
Urban murals and street art of all shapes and styles have popped up around St. Petersburg and the public art scene is more popular than ever. The Vitale Brothers been part of that community for 25 years.
$25 million competition to tackle COVID-19 challenges launches in St. Petersburg
The U.S. Commerce Secretary says there’s no better place to launch the SPRINT Challenge than St. Petersburg.
Man raped, beat St. Pete woman for hours before letting her go, police say
A man accused of brutally beating and raping a St. Petersburg woman is in custody in Pennsylvania and will be extradited back to Pinellas County after evading police for several weeks.
Come Out St. Pete is city’s first major festival since pandemic began
Coming out has two different meanings for organizers getting ready for a week-long celebration that begins Sunday evening, on National Coming Out Day in the gay community.
St. Petersburg museum exhibit highlights gay rodeo life
Blake Little's work has been featured in magazines and museums all over the world; and now, one of his exhibits is here in St. Petersburg.
St. Pete police search for hit-and-run driver involved in deadly pedestrian crash
Police said they are trying to find the driver who fled after crashing into a pedestrian in St. Pete, who later died from his injuries.
Firestone Grand Prix back on track after 7-month delay
The Firestone Grand Prix kicks off on Friday October 23. It’s usually held in March, but COVID ruined that plan. The race is returning with a limited 20,000 fans instead of it usual 140,000.