Clearwater woman killed by lightning identified by authorities

Police say they now know the identity of a woman who was killed Wednesday evening after she was struck by lightning in Clearwater. 

St. Pete SunRunner passengers to pay fare after complaints of homeless riders

The SunRunner, the bus that shuttles riders between downtown St. Pete and St. Pete Beach, has been free since it launched last October, but the days of getting a free ride are coming to en end. .

Death investigation underway in wooded area in Clearwater: Police

A death investigation is underway Wednesday evening in the woods behind Missouri Avenue in Clearwater, authorities said. 

St. Pete fire chief reinstated after allegations of bullying, discrimination

St. Petersburg Fire Chief James Large has been reinstated after being placed on administrative leave earlier this month amid allegations of bullying and discrimination.   

St. Petersburg police investigating rise in car thefts

St. Petersburg police are investigating a rise in car thefts that officers attribute to an epidemic of stolen Kias and Hyndais during the last three months.

Plans in the works to add two luxury condo towers to Clearwater

Plans are in the works to build the two tallest towers in Clearwater. If approved, the luxury condos would be 470 feet tall.

Dozens gather to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in St. Petersburg

Dozens of Ukrainian Americans came together Sunday in Downtown St. Petersburg to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day, which is Thursday, Aug. 24th.

MLB to make decision on Rays’ Wander Franco amid allegations he had inappropriate relationship with a minor

The Tampa Bay Rays' star shortstop Wander Franco will find out his status Monday as Major League Baseball investigates allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor. 

St. Pete wastewater spill has residents worried about water quality

Two days after a sizeable wastewater leak into St. Petersburg’s Riviera Bay, road repairs are complete but the threat to water quality still looms.

New exhibit at Creative Pinellas showcasing Puerto Rican art

The latest exhibit from Creative Pinellas offers a window into the hidden world of Puerto Rican art culture.

St. Pete fire chief responds to bullying, discrimination allegations after being put on administrative leave

St. Pete Fire Rescue Chief James Large responded to allegations against him of bullying and discrimination Friday. Large said he denies all the allegations, and said he has worked to increase diversity within the department.