Nude Florida man arrested after multiple home burglaries in Pinellas Park neighborhood
A nude Florida man was arrested on Tuesday after multiple home burglaries in a Pinellas Park neighborhood, according to officers.
Drug, gun arrest after man found asleep in car at St. Pete apartment: police
A 23-year-old man is facing a variety of charges after he was found passed out in a Rolls-Royce with drugs and guns at a St. Petersburg apartment parking lot, according to police.
Flinging fast food creates legal drama for St. Pete man
Perhaps Jordan Cotto had a real beef with the victim, but his choice to launch his lunch created some legal trouble for him.
Florida mother accused of forcing 11-year-old daughter to perform sex acts on video could face death penalty
A Pinellas County woman has been arrested on child pornography and capital sexual battery charges after investigators say she forced her 11-year-old daughter to perform sex acts on video.
St. Pete leaders want management review of billing department amid high water bill issues
After months of complaints about irregularly high water bills, a St. Petersburg City Council committee has selected the billing and collections department for a formal management evaluation.
IDF soldier shares experience of Oct. 7 Hamas attacks at Clearwater gathering: ‘One battle in a huge war’
An Israeli soldier was in Pinellas County to talk to people at the Chabad of Clearwater about his experience in the Israeli Defense Force on October 7, 2023 – the day of the Hamas attacks.
FDOT eyes major upgrades to Courtney Campbell Causeway as environmental concerns grow
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is in the early stages of a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study for the 9.5-mile Courtney Campbell Causeway, which connects Tampa and Clearwater.
Applications open for millions in hurricane recovery funds for Pinellas residents next week
Millions of dollars will soon be available to help Pinellas County residents recover and rebuild from Hurricanes Idalia, Helene and Milton.
Florida man accused of trying to kidnap teen from Clearwater gas station was known to frequent the area
Residents living near a Clearwater Circle K gas station, where a man is accused of trying to kidnap a teenage girl, said he was no stranger to the area.
New York man accused of BUI in jet ski crash that injured 2 kids near John’s Pass
Two children are in the hospital, and a New York man is facing charges following a jet ski crash Sunday afternoon near John’s Pass.
Madeira Beach jet ski crash hospitalizes 3 people: officials
A jet ski crash hospitalized three people on Sunday afternoon, according to the Madeira Beach Fire Department.
Healthy bowls and wraps with a Mediterranean flair
Whether you want to create your own bowl or select one they make for you, Boustan in Clearwater has you covered.
Tarpon Springs festival brings hope to businesses after hurricanes
The Tarpon Springs historic Sponge Docks are buzzing again this weekend as crowds pack into the annual Sponge Docks Craft and Art Festival.
Bystanders save teen girl from attempted kidnapping at Clearwater gas station: police
A man was seen dragging a 15-year-old runaway girl from a Clearwater Circle K on Friday evening before bystanders stepped in and helped the girl get away, according to police.
Armed robbery at Clearwater gas station, police investigating
Clearwater police are investigating an armed robbery at a gas station.
Pop art show marries classics to western art at the James Museum
Western Art is in the name. And in Americana, nothing says Western like Clint Eastwood and John Wayne. So, when a showing of some special pieces by Pop artist Ben Steele was available, the James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art jumped at the chance to show his work.
St. Pete firefighters warn lithium-ion battery fires are on the rise
Calls tied to lithium-ion batteries are keeping fire crews busy in St. Pete, and firefighters across the country are using this week to educate and help prevent more of these dangerous blazes. They say they’re responding to these incidents at an alarming rate.
Teenager accused of stealing donations from bird sanctuary, his father returns the money to nonprofit
A St. Petersburg teenager has been arrested and charged with felony burglary after police say he broke into donation boxes and stole $190 from the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary.
Major southern Hillsborough County water pipeline project to begin in November
Tampa Bay Water is launching a massive infrastructure project in southern Hillsborough County.
St. Pete man sails nearly 6,000 miles in pontoon boat raising money for Ronald McDonald House Charities
A St. Pete man is back home after sailing almost 6,000 miles in a pontoon boat to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay.