Pinellas Park man accused of sexually battering 19-year-old girlfriend at gunpoint: Police
A domestic disturbance landed a "violent career criminal" behind bars on Wednesday morning after police say he physically and sexually assaulted his 19-year-old girlfriend.
Pinellas beach project kicks off, but 125 owners still refuse to sign on
The $126 million Pinellas County beach renourishment project is officially set to get underway, with crews beginning work this week in Indian Shores.
St. Pete residents push for community-owned grocery store in 'food desert'
For years, South St. Petersburg residents have asked city leaders the same question: How to bring fresh and affordable groceries to their neighborhoods? Despite efforts to attract major grocery chains, no store has committed to opening in the area, leaving families without easy access to healthy options.
St. Pete woman reunites with first responders who saved her life
A St. Pete woman reunited with the first responders who saved her life in 2023.
Gov. DeSantis doubles down on FDOT order to remove street murals
Governor Ron DeSantis responded to the outcry over an order from the Florida Department of Transportation to remove street art that could violate traffic safety guidelines.
Former USF football coach Jim Leavitt accused of hitting ex-girlfriend, stealing Louis Vuitton handbags
Jim Leavitt, the former head football coach for the USF Bulls, found himself in hot water again after he was arrested on Monday night in Pinellas County.
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide at Pinellas County home
Pinellas County deputies are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a man and a woman were found dead at a home on Monday night.
Dentists warn about dangers of illegal ‘veneer tech’ trend
Licensed dentists are sounding the alarm about so-called “veneer techs" who advertise quick smile makeovers on social media.
St. Pete officials stress strategy over reaction in response to FDOT’s decision not to protect city murals
On Monday, officials with the city of St. Petersburg said they would be strategic and not reactionary regarding the Florida Department of Transportation to deny the city’s request to keep several pieces of artwork on its roadways, and they encouraged residents to do the same.
Will electric air taxis come to St. Pete? Task force to talk next steps Monday
Leaders in St. Petersburg plan to take the next step on Monday toward possibly bringing a futuristic mode of transportation to the city.
Trump administration orders review of African American museum exhibits, sparking pushback
President Donald Trump and the White House announced this past week that African American exhibits at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and other museums nationwide will undergo internal reviews.
Woman escapes to neighbors house after being shot by husband: PCSO
Pinellas County deputies responded to a Seminole home after reports of a shooting Friday evening where they found a woman at a neighbor's home who said her husband had shot her.
Woman arrested for unlicensed dental work used 'crazy glue' on victims teeth: Police
A Pinellas County woman is behind bars after police said she performed dental work without a license, leaving victims in pain and in need of emergency care.
FEMA's new flood maps put parts of Clearwater in flood zone for first time
FEMA has proposed updated flood maps that now include some Clearwater neighborhoods, following unprecedented flooding during Hurricane Helene last year.
St. Pete woman wearing hot dog costume arrested after putting toilet paper on neighbor’s vehicle
A St. Petersburg woman wearing a hot dog costume was arrested for disorderly conduct this week, according to officers.
FDOT denies St. Pete's request to keep several street murals on roadways
The Florida Department of Transportation has denied the City of St. Pete's request to keep several pieces of artwork on its roadways.
Lightning strike sparked Palm Harbor condo fire
A lightning strike is believed to be the cause of a condo fire in Palm Harbor.
St. Pete considers creating city-owned electric utility as residents voice concerns over Duke Energy prices
Could the city of St. Petersburg unplug itself from Duke Energy? That’s the question city leaders are now exploring after residents and council members raised concerns about high energy bills and long-term energy goals.
Madeira Beach city manager agrees to step down amid mounting pressure
Madeira Beach City Manager Robin Gomez has agreed to step down after a flood of criticism from residents, business owners, and commissioners.
Survivor of abuse at Dozier School for Boys earns high school diploma
At 75 years old, Eddie Horne walked across the graduation stage at St. Petersburg High School, decades after his education was derailed by abuse and trauma at the Dozier School for Boys in the Panhandle.