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. 

VIDEO: PCSO K-9 finds missing child inside car cover

A missing child was found inside a car cover by a Pinellas County Sheriff's Office K-9 Friday, according to PCSO.

Multiple injured in Clearwater DUI ahead of Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign

A Clearwater Police officer and five people were injured in a drunk driving crash on the eve of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration's Holiday Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

Big investors snatch up dozens of hurricane-damaged homes for sale

As the Bay Area continues to recover from the devastation of this year’s historic hurricane season, many homeowners are choosing not to rebuild but to sell their damaged homes "as is." 

Video: 12 old-stunned turtles warm up in Clearwater

A dozen Kemp’s Ridley turtles are recovering at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after being stunned by the frigid waters of New England.

St. Pete Rep proposes re-interpreting FEMA’s 50% rule

As families try to rebuild from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, one St. Petersburg state representative is working on a state bill that could change some of the nuances related to FEMA’s 50% rule.