St. Pete city council debates inclusive city flags after state stripped street murals
City leaders in St. Petersburg said they’re determined to reclaim messages that were paved over by the state. The Black History Matters and Pride street murals were erased under orders from Governor Ron DeSantis, in a statewide effort to remove "ideology" from public roadways.
Paralyzed Gibbs High School swimmer doesn't let disability define her: 'I feel free'
A 14-year-old Gibbs High School student is showing that anyone can overcome anything that life throws at them.
St. Pete woman accused of stealing $190,000 from elderly man
St. Petersburg Police arrested a woman and charged her with exploiting an elderly person.
St. Pete Police looking for driver of car seen on camera near scene of deadly hit-and-run
St. Petersburg Police say 61-year-old Victoria Morley was just two blocks from home when a vehicle hit and killed her Friday night.
Teen bicyclist hospitalized after being hit by car in Clearwater
A 16-year-old bicyclist was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car along Court Street in Clearwater Thursday afternoon, according to first responders.
Record prices on gold bring sellers, investors to Bay Area jewelers
The price of gold has smashed through $4,000 an ounce for the first time on record, with silver racing toward $50/oz. amid safe-haven buying and policy shifts that favor industrial metals.
$13M makeover set to transform St. Pete's historic Palladium Theater
The Palladium Theater at St. Petersburg College, a cultural landmark since 1925, is set for a dramatic renovation.
10-year-old boy seriously burned at Clearwater home, flown to hospital
A 10-year-old Clearwater boy was flown to the hospital with serious burns Wednesday evening, according to first responders.
Shore Acres resident who served meals from his yard after Helene, Milton starting non-profit
Following Milton and Hurricane Helene, Matt Thorn started serving meals and handing out supplies to the community from his front yard in Shore Acres. He called it the Relief Market and Grille.
Treasure Island in turmoil as residents demand accountability after online scandals
Treasure Island residents are voicing frustration over what they call "junior high school drama" among city leaders.
Swimmer dies after being found in water off of Clearwater Beach
A missing swimmer has been located and taken to the hospital, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
New Rays ownership pledges commitment to Tampa Bay area
The new ownership group of the Rays affirmed their commitment to keeping the team in the Tampa Bay area during their first press conference on Tuesday morning.
Local investors unveil redevelopment proposal for Gas Plant District, with or without the Rays
A group of local investors and developers are pitching a plan to transform St. Petersburg’s Gas Plant District, whether the Tampa Bay Rays are part of the deal.
St. Pete food pantry expands due to demand
Love Thy Neighbor’s founder says the food pantry and thrift shop serve about 2,000 every two weeks.
Pinellas Park man killed in officer-involved shooting: PCSO
A Pinellas Park man is dead after an officer-involved shooting at a home on the 4300 block of 82nd Ave. N.
Seaside Seabird Sanctuary donation box robbed for second time in weeks
The Seaside Seabird Sanctuary says their donation box was destroyed, and the donations were stolen early on Saturday morning.
‘Taste of the Beaches’ returns after one-year hiatus celebrating resilience
Next week marks one year since Hurricane Milton tore through the coastline, just days after residents were already reeling from Hurricane Helene. Dozens of businesses were damaged or forced to shut their doors.
St. Pete Police search for driver in fatal hit-and-run crash
A 61-year-old woman was struck and killed as she was walking across Dartmoor St. N at the Joyce Terrace N intersection, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
Hulk Hogan to have portion of Clearwater Trail named in his honor
Hulk Hogan, the iconic wrestler who died in Clearwater in July, will have a portion of the Clearwater Trail named after him.
Florida man arrested for trading vapes to teen for pornographic content: PCSO
A St. Pete man is behind bars after allegedly trading nicotine vapes for pornographic photos and videos of a 13-year-old girl.