Barricades, city order didn't stop dozens from soaking up sun at closed Gandy Beach

Dozens of beachgoers flocked to Gandy Beach in Pinellas County despite it being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. People were seen lying on the sand, swimming in the water and fishing Sunday afternoon. 

New study: Virus could live longer on stainless steel, plastic than copper, cardboard

Experts are still learning how COVID-19 spreads from person to person, but new research suggests the virus can survive hours, or even days, on certain surfaces.

Bay Area breweries turn production toward making a different kind of alcohol: hand sanitizer

Beers taps are going dry at some breweries across the country and the service industry has been dealt a possibly devastating blow from the COVID-19 pandemic. Since all bars in the state of Florida are closed, bartenders, DJs, and bouncers are out of a job for the foreseeable future.

Hundreds tested for COVID-19 at BayCare drive-thru testing sites

BayCare’s urgent care division launched the testing sites throughout Tampa Bay area Wednesday morning in an effort to control the virus.

Diocese of St. Petersburg temporarily suspends public Masses

Reverend Gregory L. Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, has suspended public Masses in Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas Counties to prevent the spread of COVID-19. 

Parkshore Grill in St. Pete will give you a free roll of toilet paper with your meal

During a time when people are working from home, practicing social distancing, and, stockpiling on supplies, like toilet papers, stores are try to keep up with demand during the coronavirus pandemic. 

St. Pete issues emergency order, limits gatherings and restricts alcohol sales

“Late-night revelry simply will not be allowed” in St. Petersburg as long as the COVID-19 coronavirus is a threat, Mayor Rick Kriseman said Monday.

Grand Prix ticket holders to get refund, attend next year

Anyone who purchased a ticket for the 2020 Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg may defer their purchased tickets to use next year or receive a full refund.

Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is officially canceled because of COVID-19

IndyCar officials have made the decision to cancel all NTT IndyCar Series events through April – this includes Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

Firestone Grand Prix will go on, but without spectators

A day after announcing the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is “still a go,” city officials confirmed that decision with one major change. Mayor Rick Kriseman announced the race would take place but no spectators would be permitted.

Mayor: 2020 Firestone Grand Prix is 'still a go' in St. Pete this weekend

Start your engines, the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg kicks off this weekend. On Wednesday morning, city officials in St. Petersburg reassured fans that the threat of coronavirus is still a "low-risk" situation.

Andretti racing trailer catches fire on I-275

While in town for the Firestone Grand Prix in St. Petersburg, an 18-wheeler trailer belonging to Andretti Racing caught fire.