275 seniors displaced by fire at affordable housing building: ‘Its hell’

Seniors forced to evacuate from the Lutheran Apartments because of a building fire on Tuesday, Dec. 17, said the transition has been tough.

Private vs. county appraisals: Why there’s a drastic difference in storm damage property valuations

For residents who have received their appraisals, many say the valuations are drastically lower than expected — sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars below what they believe is accurate.

Treasure Island makes decision that will speed up post-hurricane rebuilds

Two months after Hurricane Helene brought devastating storm surge to Treasure Island, residents are still reeling. The hurricane, followed by Hurricane Milton, left many homeowners stranded in limbo with damaged homes, and a lack of progress on rebuilding efforts.

Rays stadium deal: What's next for the team after Pinellas, St. Pete leaders approve bonds?

Hours after his vote helped send $312 million to the Tampa Bay Rays, Pinellas County Commissioner Chris Latvala posted a picture of a model of Tropicana Field as a symbol of stability. 

Wearable panic buttons coming to Pinellas County schools in 2025

The Pinellas County School Board approved a new panic alert system on Tuesday with the hopes of making responses to emergencies even more efficient. 

Tampa Bay Rays stadium: Pinellas commissioners approve funding for county's portion of deal

The Pinellas County Commission voted 5-2 to approve funding for its portion of the Tampa Bay Rays’ new stadium deal at a workshop in Clearwater on Tuesday afternoon. 

Gun and kitchen knife found in Azalea Middle School student's backpack: SPPD

A 13-year-old student at Azalea Middle School was arrested Tuesday after a gun and kitchen knife were found in his backpack, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

St. Pete firefighters issue warning over lithium ion batteries ahead of gift season

St. Pete firefighters are warning those who receive holiday gifts that contain lithium-ion batteries to be aware of the damage they can cause from fires and explosions.

Clearwater Salvation Army to give Christmas gifts to 2,000 kids, seniors despite hurricane setbacks

The Clearwater Salvation Army's Angel Tree program has persevered through challenges posed by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This week, it will provide gifts to 2,000 Bay Area kids and senior citizens.