Vandal damages more parking meters with foam sealant in downtown St. Pete

Downtown St. Petersburg has been the target of a mysterious parking meter vandal for the past two weeks. The suspect has caused thousands of dollars in damages, and could be facing felony charges once apprehended.

Fox Nation Patriot Awards, held in St. Pete, honors everyday heroes

The FOX Nation Patriot Awards was held at St. Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater, honoring veterans, first responders, and everyday people who make a difference in their communities -- including one of Tampa's finest.

NTSB: Florida pilot had trouble seeing runway in North Carolina plane crash

A Florida veterinarian piloting a small plane was having trouble seeing the runway on a nighttime approach before the October crash that killed him and his wife, according to federal authorities.

Armature Works developers announce similar concept at St. Pete's Sundial

Changes are coming to Sundial in downtown St. Petersburg. Much of the first floor of the development will be turned into a food hall -- a trend in dining and entertainment venues across the country. 

Dozens of parking meters vandalized in St. Pete

Police say the meters were jammed with spray foam sealant. Several of the machines were damaged beyond repair and many required “extensive maintenance” to clean and repair, costing the city as much as $10,000 to $12,000, including parts and labor costs. 

13-year-old arrested for comment about "shooting up" Azalea Middle School

According to police, the eighth-grader made a "threatening statement" to classmates that he planned to dress up as a school shooter and "shoot up the school." Someone then shared his comments on social media.

Pelican Pub reopens after treating for bed bugs

A downtown St. Pete bar that was at the center of a health scare is back open. The Pelican Pub closed its doors for two days after multiple patrons complained about contracting a skin rash from allegedly sitting on the same bench.

Baffled condo owners asked for $17,000 each to pay for building repairs

Residents of a condo complex in St. Petersburg were told they have to pay $1,000 extra a month for the next 15 months for necessary repairs.

Mayor: Rays formally ask to pursue Montreal plan

St. Pete mayor Rick Kriseman says the Tampa Bay Rays have formally asked to explore a deal that would allow them to play part of their season in Montreal.

Cross-Bay ferry sets sail on its inaugural voyage ahead of Friday's launch

The Cross-Bay ferry will be back for a third year in the Tampa Bay area with its first voyage taking place Wednesday morning -- but it won't open officially to the public until Friday.

After customers come down with rash, St. Pete pub rips out bench, treats building for bed bugs

One live bed bug and one dead bed bug were found inside Pelican Pub Tuesday afternoon following an inspection by the health department after a customer complained of a rash she believes she got after sitting on one of the benches inside the bar.

'The Courageous 12' in St. Pete honored with permanent plaque

The St. Petersburg Police Department unveiled a plaque Tuesday dedicated to a group of trailblazing African American officers known as the "Courageous 12."

"Crazy": Number of prohibited firearms at Bay Area airports doubled in October, TSA says

Airport security officers at Bay Area airports are collecting a record number of firearms, according to statistics released by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).