Tampa re-ups fund to help small businesses
The city of Tampa is expanding access to its coronavirus relief grant for small businesses.
The city of Tampa is expanding access to its coronavirus relief grant for small businesses.
FHP: Drunk driver hit, killed bicyclist in St. Petersburg
A 59-year-old man was killed Friday evening when he was hit by a suspected drunk driver while riding a bike in the area of 118th Avenue North and 40th Street North in St. Petersburg, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 59-year-old man was killed Friday evening when he was hit by a suspected drunk driver while riding a bike in the area of 118th Avenue North and 40th Street North in St. Petersburg, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Deputies: 16-year-old arrested after accidentally shooting his 9-year-old nephew at hotel
Pinellas County deputies arrested a 16-year-old male after they say he accidentally shot his 9-year-old nephew.
Pinellas County deputies arrested a 16-year-old male after they say he accidentally shot his 9-year-old nephew.
St. Pete's Bayshore Drive closing to vehicles, creating more space for pedestrians
A three-block stretch of Bayshore Drive NE in St. Pete has turned into a no-car zone, for use by pedestrians and cyclists only.
A three-block stretch of Bayshore Drive NE in St. Pete has turned into a no-car zone, for use by pedestrians and cyclists only.
Grand jury charges St. Pete man with federal crime after threatening to spread coronavirus, officials say
A Florida man accused of coughing on and spitting at police officers while claiming to be infected with the coronavirus was indicted on a federal terrorism charge.
A Florida man accused of coughing on and spitting at police officers while claiming to be infected with the coronavirus was indicted on a federal terrorism charge.
St. Pete Pride organizers officially cancel this year's event
The pride party is officially over -- at least for 2020.
The pride party is officially over -- at least for 2020.
Derby Lane reopens for matinee races, poker
While greyhounds resumed racing again earlier this month at Derby Lane, it was done without people in attendance. Now, the greyhound racetrack on Gandy Boulevard is opening to the public.
While greyhounds resumed racing again earlier this month at Derby Lane, it was done without people in attendance. Now, the greyhound racetrack on Gandy Boulevard is opening to the public.
Parrot steals the spotlight during St. Pete mayor's daily COVID-19 update
The mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida gives a daily update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Tuesday's update had a twist.
The mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida gives a daily update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Tuesday's update had a twist.
Tampa Bay Rowdies return to practice with an eye on games, safety
The Rowdies have been called back to the pitch in St. Pete for controlled and limited practices.
The Rowdies have been called back to the pitch in St. Pete for controlled and limited practices.
St. Petersburg man faces second-degree murder charges in 2017 homicide
St. Petersburg police arrested Jerry Peterson Saturday for killing a man in front of Club Paradise, 3074 18th Avenue South, at 3 a.m., on July 5, 2017.
St. Petersburg police arrested Jerry Peterson Saturday for killing a man in front of Club Paradise, 3074 18th Avenue South, at 3 a.m., on July 5, 2017.
Police: 25 classic cars stolen, stripped at south St. Petersburg chop shop; two arrested
After 10 months of investigating, St. Petersburg detectives said they arrested two men involved in stealing classic cars, chopping them down, and either using or selling off the parts.
After 10 months of investigating, St. Petersburg detectives said they arrested two men involved in stealing classic cars, chopping them down, and either using or selling off the parts.
6-year-old St. Pete girl injured by motorcyclist in hit-and-run crash
Florida Highway Patrol investigators are hoping you can help them find the motorcycle that hit a 6-year-old girl in St. Pete last night before speeding off.
Florida Highway Patrol investigators are hoping you can help them find the motorcycle that hit a 6-year-old girl in St. Pete last night before speeding off.
Firestone Grand Prix in St. Pete rescheduled for October
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg has been rescheduled to late October, city officials and INDYCAR confirmed Wednesday.
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg has been rescheduled to late October, city officials and INDYCAR confirmed Wednesday.
Despite nearing completion, St. Pete Pier will remain closed until further notice
The city of St. Petersburg originally gave a grand opening date of May 30 but fears about spreading the novel coronavirus have promoted the city to postpone until an unknown date.
The city of St. Petersburg originally gave a grand opening date of May 30 but fears about spreading the novel coronavirus have promoted the city to postpone until an unknown date.
St. Pete mayor on board with MLB plan, as long as health isn't at risk
Major League Baseball could open its season on July 4, but without fans in the stands. Owners reportedly agreed on a plan to play 82 games in empty stadiums. Games would largely be against division rivals.
Major League Baseball could open its season on July 4, but without fans in the stands. Owners reportedly agreed on a plan to play 82 games in empty stadiums. Games would largely be against division rivals.
More than 600 patients died from COVID-19 at Florida long-term care facilities
Florida is reporting that more than 650 patients have died from the coronavirus at the state's nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Florida is reporting that more than 650 patients have died from the coronavirus at the state's nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Police: 5-year-old boy accidentally shoots, kills himself
Five-year-old Ja’Cari Ellis died Saturday afternoon after accidentally shooting himself, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Five-year-old Ja’Cari Ellis died Saturday afternoon after accidentally shooting himself, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
St. Petersburg may allow restaurants and stores expand to the streets
Maximum capacity at inside restaurants and retail stores is capped at 25 percent, but outside there’s no limit as long as everyone is spread six feet apart.
Maximum capacity at inside restaurants and retail stores is capped at 25 percent, but outside there’s no limit as long as everyone is spread six feet apart.
St. Pete to allow restaurants with parking lots, outdoor space to expand seating
Help is on the way for St. Pete restaurants. City leaders are finding creative ways to allow restaurateurs to expand their outdoor dining spaces.
Help is on the way for St. Pete restaurants. City leaders are finding creative ways to allow restaurateurs to expand their outdoor dining spaces.
Domestic violence more prevalent during COVID-19 shutdowns
LaDonna Butler would know: Asking for help when your life is at stake takes all the strength you have.
LaDonna Butler would know: Asking for help when your life is at stake takes all the strength you have.


















