10 sick puppies dumped in storage container at Largo park, police searching for suspect
Largo Police are asking for the public’s help after nine puppies in a storage container and two adult female dogs were found abandoned at Taylor Park on Friday.
PSTA bus crash kills Clearwater woman: FHP
A Clearwater woman is dead after a crash involving a PSTA passenger bus on Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Creative Pinellas prepares for gallery closure as defunding fallout deepens
Pinellas County commissioners voted in September to defund Creative Pinellas, the 14-year-old arts agency is now preparing major cutbacks, including layoffs and the closure of its award-winning gallery in the Pinewood Cultural Park.
Man arrested in connection with 2 armed bank robberies in Clearwater, state attorney says
A man accused of robbing two Clearwater banks at gunpoint was arrested and now faces federal charges, according to the state attorney’s office.
Body discovered in submerged truck in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg police say a body was found in a vehicle submerged in several feet of water near 62nd Avenue North and Bayou Grande Boulevard Saturday morning.
Pinellas faith groups remember those who died while homeless in 2025 with memorial service: 'Dignity in death'
Faith groups in Pinellas County wanted to give the community a way to remember those who died this year while experiencing homelessness.
St. Pete man faces 21 counts of child pornography, deputies say
A St. Petersburg man was arrested on multiple child pornography charges, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
Church-owned land could become affordable housing under new St. Pete ordinance
The City of St. Petersburg is turning to a partner in its push to address the affordable housing crisis: houses of worship.
Duke Energy customers shocked by unexpected deposit fees added to electric bills: ‘It’s crazy’
Some Duke Energy customers across the Bay Area say they’re doing a double-take after opening their electric bills this month and finding unexpected deposits added on top of what they already owe.
Search continues for missing Largo man with dementia
Friends, family members and Largo police are still searching for a Largo man with dementia who disappeared one week ago.
St. Pete man arrested in deadly pedestrian hit-and-run crash on Gandy Boulevard: FHP
A St. Petersburg man is behind bars after troopers say he left the scene of a crash that killed a pedestrian on Gandy Boulevard Wednesday afternoon.
Rough Riders team up with St. Pete students to spread comfort and joy with teddy bears
Pasadena Fundamental Elementary wrapped up a holiday teddy bear drive with students and families donating hundreds of new stuffed animals.
Pinellas commissioners approve new four-story parking garage at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
Pinellas County commissioners have approved a new four-story parking garage at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and design will begin in 2026.
Investors and developers move forward with project near Tropicana Field — with or without Rays
As the Tampa Bay Rays’ future in St. Petersburg remains uncertain, some investors and developers said they aren’t waiting for an answer.
Pinellas commissioners vote to approve new pet retail store regulations
Pinellas County commissioners voted on Tuesday to approve new regulations for retail pet stores.
Rare condition forces St. Petersburg doctors to amputate teen's leg
A Bradenton teen is recovering from a nearly 17-hour surgery where doctors at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg amputated her left leg.
Pinellas County considers stricter oversight of retail pet stores after hundreds of violations
Pinellas County commissioners will discuss tighter regulations for retail pet stores during their meeting Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. The move comes after county animal services issued nearly 400 citations to pet stores across the county over the past year, raising concerns among animal welfare advocates.
All Pinellas County School District volunteers will be required to undergo Level 2 background screening
By next school year, all volunteers with the Pinellas County School District will be required to undergo Level 2 background screening.
Cypress Woods Elementary School carries on tradition of the Giving Tree Campaign
One elementary school in Pinellas County is helping bring Christmas to almost 100 children this year. Cypress Woods Elementary School is carrying on its tradition of its Giving Tree Campaign.
Search for missing Largo man with dementia expanded
Largo police are still searching for a man with dementia who disappeared on Friday morning.