St. Pete father competes in St. Anthony's Triathlon to honor late son
On the same weekend that marked two years since his son Shane's sudden passing, St. Pete resident Kevin McCormack suited up at the start line of the St. Anthony's Sprint Triathlon on Sunday.
St. Pete leaders debate demolishing Al Lang Stadium as part of proposed downtown redevelopment
City leaders in St. Petersburg are looking at the future of its downtown waterfront – and the nearly 80-year-old Al Lang Stadium might not be a part of it.
More possible graves found under Tropicana Field parking lots after expanded radar search
An expanded radar search at a Tropicana Field parking lot found more possible graves and areas of interest.
New rules for live music hitting St. Pete Beach soon as residents complain about noise levels
For many, St. Pete Beach is synonymous with sunshine, sand and the sound of live music from beachside bars. Some locals say the music keeps them up at night, however, and city leaders are now trying to strike a balance.
Iconic Derby Lane greyhound track sold to investment group
The iconic Derby Lane greyhound track in St. Petersburg has been sold.
USF St. Pete aims to convert nearly 3,000 pounds of food waste into compost weekly by next fall
Scraps left on students’ plates and food prep waste from USF St. Pete’s dining halls will soon be composted and turned into soil.
Professor launches interactive map of Bay Area waterways to teach its history
A USF St. Pete english professor collaborated with local creatives to launch an interactive map sharing the stories of our waterways.
Man convicted in St. Pete street racing crash that killed 13-year-old
The St. Petersburg motorcyclist on trial for the deadly street racing crash that killed a 13-year-old boy last year was found guilty on Monday.
Florida bill aimed requiring local governments to establish hurricane plans for storm response
As many across the area are still recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, a bill moving through the Florida House aims to require local governments to have more established pre- and post-hurricane plans in place to respond to storms.
St. Pete holds 2 tree giveaways to regain canopy growth after Hurricane Milton
The city of St. Pete held two tree giveaways on Saturday to help grow back some of the tree canopy lost during Hurricane Milton.
Trial against man accused of hitting and killing teenager in St. Pete street race underway
The trial for the motorcyclist charged with hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy during an alleged street race in St. Petersburg is underway.
Bay Area experts simulate what a hot car feels like for a child
Experts used a mannequin on Thursday to simulate what a child goes through during heat stroke, showing the tragic reality of just how dangerous it is to leave kids in hot cars.
Report shows sharp decline in people moving to Tampa: ‘It’s like a fire sale’
A new report shows fewer people are moving to Tampa.
Neighbors, organizations petition St. Pete to invest more to prevent youth gun violence
Over the weekend, police said a 13-year-old boy was shot and killed by his friend while the two were reportedly playing with a gun inside a car. The shooting death reignited community concerns about the growing epidemic of youth gun violence in the city.
St. Pete Fire Rescue will get 3 new high-water rescue vehicles ahead of peak hurricane season
First responders rescued 430 people in St. Petersburg during Hurricane Helene.
Homeowner shoots & kills intruder, police searching for second suspect: SPPD
A suspect is dead and another is on the run after a homeowner opened fire early Wednesday during an apparent home invasion, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Hillsborough leaders vote to end Cross Bay Ferry service early
The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.
St. Pete program cultivating next generation of artists
Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.
Art exhibit creates love letter to St. Pete – through photos
Visual artist Luci Westphal created a love letter to St. Petersburg, not in words but photos.
St. Pete man accused of dismembering girlfriend and killing her mother: PCSO
The suspected killer of his girlfriend and her mother had started dismembering his girlfriend when deputies arrived at the St. Pete home on Saturday, according to an arrest affidavit released Tuesday by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.