St. Petersburg hoists flag to kick off America 250 celebrations

St. Petersburg leaders and community members gathered outside City Hall on Wednesday morning for a special flag raising ceremony to kick off Independence Day festivities early.

St. Pete police identify suspect after 86-year-old man, family dog killed

St. Petersburg police have released new details in a homicide investigation after an 86-year-old man was found dead Tuesday in the 5800 block of 11th Street South.

Homicide investigation underway in St. Pete, no suspect in custody: Police

St. Petersburg police officers are investigating a homicide after a victim was found dead on 11th Street South on Tuesday. Investigators say they suspect foul play but have not yet made any arrests.

Tampa Bay area restaurants struggle: More than 20 local spots close or rebrand

The dining landscape across Tampa and St. Petersburg is enduring a massive wave of disruptions as more than a dozen local eateries pull down their blinds or change strategies.

Pinellas County Schools launches girls-only auto maintenance summer camp at Northeast High

There is something very special happening at Northeast High School in St. Petersburg this week. In an effort to help young women break into a historically male-dominated field, Pinellas County Schools is hosting its first-ever girls-only Basic Auto Maintenance Summer Camp.

Hillsborough County man accused of attacking store owner during $50K jewelry robbery at University Square Mall

A 28-year-old man was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say he posed as a customer before attacking a jewelry store owner during a robbery at University Square Mall, where he stole approximately $50,000 worth of merchandise.

St. Pete apartment complex shooting leaves man critically injured; police investigating

A man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after an early Tuesday morning shooting at an apartment complex in St. Petersburg, according to the St. Pete Police Department.

Legacy Six firefighters recognized with plaque at St. Pete Fire Rescue headquarters

Six pioneering Black firefighters who broke racial barriers in the early 1970s received a standing ovation during a tribute ceremony Monday in St. Petersburg.

1 dead after officer-involved shooting in St. Pete: SPPD

The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday morning on Pershing Street Northeast that resulted in the death of one person.

Thousands pack St. Petersburg waterfront for St. Pete Pride festival

St. Pete Pride organized a large pride celebration on Saturday. It included a parade and festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

Florida Holocaust Museum offers free admission during weekend of Ye concerts

The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg is opening its doors to the community by offering free admission to all visitors from Friday, June 26th through Sunday, June 28th.

St. Pete Pride weekend expected to draw more than 300,000 people

Hundreds of thousands of visitors are arriving along the St. Petersburg waterfront as the city prepares to host the largest Pride weekend celebration in Florida. Organizers anticipate massive crowds for a series of events spanning from Friday night through Sunday evening.

St. Pete pickup truck driver killed in head-on crash: Police

A 72-year-old man was killed early Thursday morning after his pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on with a van in St. Petersburg, according to police.

Florida boy rings hospital bell after surviving aggressive blood cancer, life-threatening coma

When you look at 11-year-old Stevie Robinson Jr., you see a kid full of life and joy. But a few months ago, that same boy was clinging to life in the ICU at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.

New boats, local operator secured for year-round Tampa Bay Ferry

Tampa Bay’s ferry service is moving closer to a comeback with two new vessels secured for the route between Tampa and St. Pete.

Florida man arrested after leading authorities on chase, crashing SUV into pond: FHP

A man is facing multiple charges after troopers say he led law enforcement on a chase through St. Petersburg neighborhoods before crashing his vehicle into a pond, where he swam and later ran away from authorities.

'Relief' for small businesses after St. Petersburg city council rejects parking changes

Parking continues to be a problem in St. Petersburg, especially in neighborhoods with popular restaurants and businesses. City leaders voted down a proposal that would have allowed specific neighborhoods outside of downtown to establish resident-only parking zones.

St. Pete mother demands answers after daughter killed in crash; no charges filed

A St. Petersburg mother says she is living every day with heartbreak after losing her daughter in a crash last month that claimed the life of a 29-year-old mother of five. Now, she and her attorney are calling for accountability as investigators continue to review the case.