PPPD: 2 dead after Corvette crashes into tree

Two people died Saturday evening after their Corvette crashed into a tree, according to the Pinellas Park Police Department.

Stretch of sand build-up wreaking havoc on John’s Pass businesses

An unwelcome sandy shoreline at John's Pass can move almost 30 feet in a week, according to Captain Dylan Hubbard, who says it's causing a lot of issues for nearby businesses.

Coast Guard rescues 6 from capsized boat near Sunshine Skyway

Six people were rescued by the Coast Guard Saturday after their boat overturned near the Sunshine Skyway in Tampa Bay.

Honda driver sought after deadly Pinellas County hit-and-run crash

Troopers are investigating a crash that killed a person in a motorized wheelchair. It happened shortly after midnight near the intersection of Ulmerton Road, and 34th Street North.    

Donald Trump Jr. energized crowd of hundreds of supporters in Clearwater

Donald Trump Jr. brought his high-energy, at times fiery, rally-style to hundreds of supporters at the Quaker Steak and Lube in Clearwater Friday. 

Pedestrian killed in St. Pete crash

Police say a vehicle struck a pedestrian on 66th Street at 34th Avenue North, just before 10 p.m.

Dr. Jill Biden announces Friday appearance in St. Petersburg

Dr. Jill Biden, wife of former Vice President Joe Biden announced she will appear in St. Petersburg Friday a Get Out the Vote Drive-In Rally.

Father wants stiffer sentence for woman connected to daughter’s rape, murder

Eboni Wiley was the state’s star witness against Granville Ritchie, who was convicted and now sits on death row. Wiley was only charged with lying to law enforcement, and now has been offered a sweetheart deal.

Tom Brady joins vibrant St. Pete arts scene, thanks to popular local artists

Urban murals and street art of all shapes and styles have popped up around St. Petersburg and the public art scene is more popular than ever. The Vitale Brothers been part of that community for 25 years.

Purple flags warn beachgoers of jellyfish along Clearwater Beach

Wednesday, purple flags were flying at lifeguard stations; a warning for dangerous marine life. The city of Clearwater says they’ve seen an increase in the number of jellyfish stings in the last few days.   

FDOT installing 'dynamic envelopes' at railroad crossings in Pinellas

The Florida Department of Transportation has installed markings to keep motorists and pedestrians out of danger zones near railroad crossings.  

Charisse Stinson pleads guilty to 2018 murder of her toddler son

After the trial was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Largo mother accused of murdering her 2-year-old son and burying him in a shallow grave has pleaded guilty.

Man raped, beat St. Pete woman for hours before letting her go, police say

A man accused of brutally beating and raping a St. Petersburg woman is in custody in Pennsylvania and will be extradited back to Pinellas County after evading police for several weeks.

Pinellas County Schools: Parents of nearly 14,000 e-learners ask for return to class

Pinellas County Schools recently asked parents how their kids are doing this year, whether they're taking classes at home or in the classroom. Now that the results are in, the district is preparing for nearly 14,000 students to come back to the classroom.

Two arrested for racing over 100 mph along Sunshine Skyway Bridge

Troopers say they’ve arrested two drivers who were racing across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge at speeds well over 100 miles per hour yesterday evening.

Clearwater police locate missing 14-year-old child

Clearwater police were searching for a middle school student who went missing over the weekend, but said he has since been found.