FBI wants to hear from special needs trust fund victims

An investigation could be expanding into a Pinellas County businessman accused in two separate cases of taking millions of dollars from the trust funds of disabled clients.

Pinellas County lifts boil water notice for southern barrier islands as cleanup efforts continue

Pinellas County has lifted its Boil Water Advisory for the southern barrier islands. Sunset Beach on Treasure Island remains without drinking water because of excessive debris, county officials said.

Juvenile hit by vehicle at entrance to high school, Gulfport police say

Gulfport police are investigating after a juvenile was hit by a vehicle at the entrance to Boca Ciega High school on Thursday morning.

Business sets up fundraiser for Seaside Seabird Sanctuary on Indian Rocks Beach

Many of the Bay Area's beach neighbors, businesses and non-profit organizations are hurting after Hurricane Helene. The storm surge damaged several miles of the coast. 

Small businesses band together at Daydream Shop & Maker Space

To battle rising rents, 11 small businesses banded together to share the burden of bills. Each vendor has a sales space at Daydream Shop & Maker Space. 

Amid damage to hotels and restaurants, employees hope to return to work after Hurricane Helene

The signs on older beach hotels remind us of  honeymoons, family vacations, and beach getaways going back decades. But damage to the lower floors of  hotels and other businesses built before modern elevation requirements is sad, especially if it’s where you make your living.

Roadside pet food pantry available for those in need in St. Petersburg

Hanks Bark Box, a free roadside pet food pantry located at 6511 3rd Ave South in St. Petersburg, Florida, is open and fully stocked 24 hours a day for anyone needing pet food and supplies.

Pinellas County debris removal plans after Hurricane Helene

Pinellas County leaders discussed plans for debris removal at the commissioners’ emergency meeting Tuesday.