St. Pete city employee killed in fatal hit-and-run; police searching for driver who fled

St. Petersburg police are searching for the hit-and-run driver who fled after colliding with a motorcyclist who passed away from his injuries. Police said the victim worked for the city.

Anglers, rescuers weigh in on proposed new rules to protect pelicans at Sunshine Skyway Pier

Anglers and rescuers are trying to find common ground when it comes to proposed new rules to help brown pelicans that get tangled in fishing lines at the Sunshine Skyway Pier. 

Motorcyclist killed in St. Pete hit-and-run

At 3:30 on Saturday afternoon, a 58-year-old man was driving his motorcycle when he was hit by a white Jeep Grand Cherokee.

St. Pete alley murder suspect charged in two separate sex battery cases; police search for other victims

Almost two months ago, St. Petersburg police arrested Tommy Stephens in the death of a woman found stabbed in an alley, charging him with second-degree murder. Now, the 52-year-old is facing new sexual assault charges in separate cases and detectives believe there could be other victims.

St. Pete woman walking in crosswalk killed in hit-and-run crash; police search for driver

A St. Petersburg woman was in a pedestrian crosswalk when she was struck and killed by a vehicle. Police said the driver fled, and they are now searching for the suspect.

Wesley Chapel mother, son hit the open water for cancer research

When a Wesley Chapel mother was diagnosed with cancer, her son took to the water as a way to deal with the news and quickly became a top fundraiser for Swim Across America.

St. Pete restaurant upcycles food to cut costs, eliminate waste

At the Sōl Bistro restaurant in St. Petersburg, they like to give just about anything new purpose, including the lamp skeletons hanging from the ceiling.

Holocaust survivor will throw first pitch on her 100th birthday at Tampa Bay Rays game

There's still a little juice left in the arm of Helen Kahan, even at 99 years young. She's preparing to deliver the ceremonial first pitch Friday night at the Yankees-Rays game – which will also happen to be her 100th birthday.

Buy a veteran a beer at this St. Petersburg brewery

Bayboro has a music hall, beer garden, and large tasting room at their St. Pete property. They also offer a "Buy a vet a beer" program.