USF marine science research destroyed in St. Pete lab fire caused by lightning strike
A lightning strike sparked a devastating fire at the USF College of Marine Science Lab last month, destroying decades of critical research and tens of millions of dollars in equipment in St. Petersburg.
A lightning strike sparked a devastating fire at the USF College of Marine Science Lab last month, destroying decades of critical research and tens of millions of dollars in equipment in St. Petersburg.
Woman arrested for attacking elderly 7-Eleven clerk in Largo
A 73-year-old convenience store worker is recovering after police say a woman attacked her Tuesday afternoon at a Largo 7-Eleven.
A 73-year-old convenience store worker is recovering after police say a woman attacked her Tuesday afternoon at a Largo 7-Eleven.
Historic Tarpon Springs church seeks $6M for hurricane damage repairs
Leaders of the historic Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Tarpon Springs are launching a $6 million capital campaign to urgently repair the building after it sustained severe damage from recent hurricanes.
Leaders of the historic Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Tarpon Springs are launching a $6 million capital campaign to urgently repair the building after it sustained severe damage from recent hurricanes.
Safety Harbor fireworks staying at Waterfront Park after wildlife concerns
A planned move for Safety Harbor’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration is being reversed after wildlife advocates raised concerns about protected birds nesting near the proposed new location.
A planned move for Safety Harbor’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration is being reversed after wildlife advocates raised concerns about protected birds nesting near the proposed new location.
World Cup fever fuels crowds at St. Pete watch parties, businesses
Thousands of soccer fans packed local pubs and Al Lang Stadium in St. Petersburg on Friday night to cheer on the U.S. Men’s National Team as World Cup fever swept through the Bay Area.
Thousands of soccer fans packed local pubs and Al Lang Stadium in St. Petersburg on Friday night to cheer on the U.S. Men’s National Team as World Cup fever swept through the Bay Area.
Cruise passengers shaken by offshore Cuba earthquake in Gulf: 'It was the strangest feeling'
The Margaritaville at Sea Islander cruise was sailing near Cuba in the gulf when the earthquake happened on Monday.
The Margaritaville at Sea Islander cruise was sailing near Cuba in the gulf when the earthquake happened on Monday.
St. Pete Beach's iconic Postcard Inn reopens as The Luce after major renovation
Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, a beloved St. Pete Beach hotel officially reopened its doors with upgrades and a new name.
Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, a beloved St. Pete Beach hotel officially reopened its doors with upgrades and a new name.
Florida cracks down on organized teen takeovers: ‘We will keep our streets safe’
A sweeping law enforcement crackdown is underway across Florida to permanently end chaotic, social media-driven "teen takeovers" of beaches and public parks.
A sweeping law enforcement crackdown is underway across Florida to permanently end chaotic, social media-driven "teen takeovers" of beaches and public parks.
St. Petersburg may let neighborhoods block outsiders from parking on their streets
St. Petersburg City Council is set to consider a proposal Thursday that could give more neighborhoods a way to ask for resident-only parking.
St. Petersburg City Council is set to consider a proposal Thursday that could give more neighborhoods a way to ask for resident-only parking.
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office rolls out AI-powered language translation on body-worn cameras
Pinellas County deputies have a new tool designed to break down language barriers in real time.
Pinellas County deputies have a new tool designed to break down language barriers in real time.
United Way Suncoast report: Pinellas County's 'survival budget' is second highest in Florida
A family of four now needs more than $106,000 to afford necessities in the Bay Area, according to a newly released report by the United Way Suncoast.
A family of four now needs more than $106,000 to afford necessities in the Bay Area, according to a newly released report by the United Way Suncoast.
St. Pete hit-and-run suspect arrested after fiery crash into occupied home: Police
A man was arrested after a hit-and-run crash sent a vehicle into a St. Petersburg home and ignited a fire early Monday morning, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
A man was arrested after a hit-and-run crash sent a vehicle into a St. Petersburg home and ignited a fire early Monday morning, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
Road cleared after crash on I-275 entering Howard Frankland Bridge in St. Pete: FHP
Officials have cleared a crash on northbound I-275 in St. Pete that closed several lanes of traffic Wednesday morning.
Officials have cleared a crash on northbound I-275 in St. Pete that closed several lanes of traffic Wednesday morning.
No injuries reported after fire at abandoned motel: CFR
Clearwater Fire and Rescue is investigating the cause of an early morning blaze.
Clearwater Fire and Rescue is investigating the cause of an early morning blaze.
St. Pete Beach considering ordinance requiring permits for beach activities and events
A proposed ordinance aimed at protecting St. Pete Beach's shoreline is drawing concern from local business owners who say the changes could hurt their livelihoods.
A proposed ordinance aimed at protecting St. Pete Beach's shoreline is drawing concern from local business owners who say the changes could hurt their livelihoods.
Dunedin warns of program cuts if voters approve property tax initiative
Dunedin leaders are weighing potential service cuts to the fire department, public parks and libraries as voters prepare to decide on a November ballot initiative that could significantly strip property tax revenue from local governments.
Dunedin leaders are weighing potential service cuts to the fire department, public parks and libraries as voters prepare to decide on a November ballot initiative that could significantly strip property tax revenue from local governments.
St. Pete mayoral debate: Candidates clash over affordability, hurricane prep, future of Gas Plant District
St. Petersburg mayoral candidates went head-to-head on Tuesday night, clashing over some of the city’s biggest challenges during a debate hosted by the St. Pete NAACP at the Obama Main Library.
St. Petersburg mayoral candidates went head-to-head on Tuesday night, clashing over some of the city’s biggest challenges during a debate hosted by the St. Pete NAACP at the Obama Main Library.
Clearwater retail store manager honored by police after stopping $1K gift card scam targeting senior customer
A Clearwater retail worker received a formal commendation after stepping in to protect an older customer from a gift card scam.
A Clearwater retail worker received a formal commendation after stepping in to protect an older customer from a gift card scam.
St. Pete NAACP, former Bayfront nurse call for review of workplace discrimination claims
A former Orlando Health Bayfront nurse says she spoke up about a racially offensive display at work, then lost her job.
A former Orlando Health Bayfront nurse says she spoke up about a racially offensive display at work, then lost her job.
Indian Rocks Beach set to vote on golf cart rule changes aimed at improving safety
Golf carts are a common sight on the streets of Indian Rocks Beach, but city leaders are now looking to update local regulations to align with Florida law.
Golf carts are a common sight on the streets of Indian Rocks Beach, but city leaders are now looking to update local regulations to align with Florida law.