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.
Horse Soldier Bourbon to open Kentucky distillery
A group of retired Green Berets who started a bourbon business in the Bay Area are planning to open a distillery in Kentucky with hopes of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation.
Hurricane Season 2025: Duke Energy gives inside look at control center
As Florida heads into what’s expected to be an above-normal hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida is providing a behind-the-scenes look at the operations center responsible for managing outages and power restoration during major storms.
Tow truck driver in St. Pete crash that left mother, grandfather dead has checkered driving history
The tow truck driver arrested in connection to a crash that took the lives of a mother and grandfather, critically injuring a 9-year-old, has a checkered driving history.
St. Pete residents struggle to rebuild ahead of hurricane season as HUD funding plans take shape
As hurricane season nears, many St. Petersburg residents are still picking up the pieces after Hurricanes Idalia and Helene. In flood-prone neighborhoods like Shore Acres and Riviera Bay, the rebuilding process remains a daily challenge.