Man with criminal history accused of exposing himself to multiple women at Gandy Beach: PCSO
A man faces serious charges after Pinellas County deputies say he exposed himself to three women in separate incidents at Gandy Beach.
Horse Soldier Bourbon to open Kentucky distillery
A group of retired Green Berets who started a bourbon business in the Bay Area are planning to open a distillery in Kentucky with hopes of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation.
Woman hospitalized, pet reportedly missing after fire at Clearwater mobile home
A woman is hospitalized and a pet is reportedly missing after crews battled a fire that severely damaged a mobile home early Thursday, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Hurricane Season 2025: Duke Energy gives inside look at control center
As Florida heads into what’s expected to be an above-normal hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida is providing a behind-the-scenes look at the operations center responsible for managing outages and power restoration during major storms.
Assistant state attorney fired after child porn arrest: 'Deeply disturbed and sickened'
The Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office says it has fired an assistant state attorney after his arrest on child porn charges.
Tow truck driver in St. Pete crash that left mother, grandfather dead has checkered driving history
The tow truck driver arrested in connection to a crash that took the lives of a mother and grandfather, critically injuring a 9-year-old, has a checkered driving history.
St. Pete residents struggle to rebuild ahead of hurricane season as HUD funding plans take shape
As hurricane season nears, many St. Petersburg residents are still picking up the pieces after Hurricanes Idalia and Helene. In flood-prone neighborhoods like Shore Acres and Riviera Bay, the rebuilding process remains a daily challenge.
Could Cross Bay Ferry return? PSTA moving ahead with $5M plan
Several weeks after the Cross Bay Ferry made its final trip between Tampa and St. Petersburg, transit leaders in Pinellas County voted unanimously Wednesday to move forward with a plan to bring the popular commuter service back.
Hillsborough assistant state attorney arrested for child porn after 10-month investigation
A Hillsborough County assistant state attorney faces serious charges after detectives say he shared multiple files online containing child pornography.
Driving on Clearwater Beach leads to DUI arrest
Early Tuesday morning, Clearwater Police observed something that was not supposed to be happening on Clearwater Beach. A Nissan sedan was driving along the sand in the area near 7 Rockaway Street.
Pinellas County Schools employee accused of sexually battering child
A plant operator at Morgan Fitzgerald Middle School has been arrested for sexual battery on a child.
'Tampa Bay Connections' aimed at combating loneliness
Three Tampa Bay area mayors are coming together in support of a new initiative aimed at reducing loneliness – something organizers call a "growing public health crisis."
Advocates form Animal Justice Task Force ahead of Gov. DeSantis signing 'Dexter's' and 'Trooper's' bills
Animal advocates have formed an Animal Justice Task Force ahead of Governor Ron DeSantis signing Dexter's Bill and Trooper's Bill into law.
St. Pete unveils $159.8M 'Sunrise' plan for hurricane recovery and resilience
As the hurricane season approaches, St. Petersburg is taking proactive steps to bolster its resilience against future storms. The city has announced a comprehensive plan to utilize the $159.8 million grant received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Idalia and Helene.
Clearwater tow truck driver arrested months after crash that killed mother, grandfather
A tow truck driver involved in a St. Pete crash that left a 9-year-old boy's mother and grandfather dead was arrested more than seven months later, according to officers.
Hurricane Season 2025: Pinellas officials urge boaters to be prepared
In the aftermath of the devastating 2024 hurricanes, Pinellas County officials are sharing ways boaters can prepare their vessels for this hurricane season.
Elderly woman hospitalized after fire at assisted living facility
Firefighters in Dunedin battled a three-alarm fire at an assisted living facility early Tuesday, sending a 93-year-old woman to the hospital.
Memorial Day weekend proves Pinellas beaches have bounced back after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Memorial Day weekend has proven that Pinellas County beaches have bounced back after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
St. Pete trucker honored as 'Highway Angel' for heroic actions following devastating crash
As holiday traffic surged over the weekend, many travelers found themselves battling congested roads. However, for one St. Petersburg trucker, the long weekend was spent on the road with a renewed sense of purpose.
Memorial Day marks first American Legion Post 273 ceremony since reopening after hurricanes
It was standing room only at American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach on Memorial Day.