Clearwater man arrested twice in a week on DUI charges
A Florida man has been arrested twice in a week for driving under the influence of alcohol, arrest reports show.
A Florida man has been arrested twice in a week for driving under the influence of alcohol, arrest reports show.
Grand opening for the new St. Pete Pier will be delayed
First, construction caused the new St. Pete Pier's grand opening to be delayed. This time, it's because of the coronavirus.
First, construction caused the new St. Pete Pier's grand opening to be delayed. This time, it's because of the coronavirus.
Outlook for COVID-19 in Florida's long-term care facilities worsens as new data emerges
In Pinellas County, 40% of those whose death is attributed to COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. In Manatee County, it’s 43%. In Sarasota County, it’s 44%.
In Pinellas County, 40% of those whose death is attributed to COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. In Manatee County, it’s 43%. In Sarasota County, it’s 44%.
Pinellas commissioners could vote Tuesday on relaxing beach restrictions
Pinellas County is moving closer to opening its beaches for exercise after sweeping closures due to COVID-19.
Pinellas County is moving closer to opening its beaches for exercise after sweeping closures due to COVID-19.
Pinellas Park police searching for man reported missing after not showing up for fishing trip
Pinellas Park police are searching for William “Brian” Mullinix II who was last seen in Largo on April 22.
Pinellas Park police are searching for William “Brian” Mullinix II who was last seen in Largo on April 22.
Bay Area school districts interview candidates for the next academic year virtually
On Saturday the Pinellas County School District hosted a virtual job fair with interviews taking place over video conference instead of face to face.
On Saturday the Pinellas County School District hosted a virtual job fair with interviews taking place over video conference instead of face to face.
Police: Boredom led man to drive on Sand Key beach
Clearwater police arrested John McGarry for driving approximately 35 miles per hour on the beach at Sand Key.
Clearwater police arrested John McGarry for driving approximately 35 miles per hour on the beach at Sand Key.
St. Petersburg police investigating homicide after man found in street with gunshot wound
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating after Brock Howze, 24, was found in the street on the 500 block of 80th Ave. N. suffering from a gunshot.
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating after Brock Howze, 24, was found in the street on the 500 block of 80th Ave. N. suffering from a gunshot.
Pandemic's impact on hotels, tourism could be worse than Great Depression, experts say
The COVID-19 pandemic flipped a profitable start to 2020 on its head for the hotel industry.
The COVID-19 pandemic flipped a profitable start to 2020 on its head for the hotel industry.
National Guard called to help Pinellas County long-term care campus test for COVID-19
The National Guard arrived in Pinellas County Friday to do on-the-spot testing for COVID-19 after dozens of residents and staff at three long-term care facilities contracted the disease.
The National Guard arrived in Pinellas County Friday to do on-the-spot testing for COVID-19 after dozens of residents and staff at three long-term care facilities contracted the disease.
Lab technician gives glimpse into COVID-19 test-kit processing lab
Next to the doctors and other healthcare workers saving lives daily are the BayCare medical technologists. BayCare labs are now processing all of their drive-through COVID-19 tests and they pulled back the curtain, giving FOX 13 a rare look inside their laboratories.
Next to the doctors and other healthcare workers saving lives daily are the BayCare medical technologists. BayCare labs are now processing all of their drive-through COVID-19 tests and they pulled back the curtain, giving FOX 13 a rare look inside their laboratories.
Clearwater sign shop making ready-to-install dividers to keep retail workers, customers safe
Many small businesses are adapting during these tough economic times, trying to keep the doors open and paychecks moving.
Many small businesses are adapting during these tough economic times, trying to keep the doors open and paychecks moving.
Pinellas County leaders look to governor to set tone for reopening
Leaders in Pinellas County are trying to plan on how to safely reopen whenever Governor Ron DeSantis gives the order.
Leaders in Pinellas County are trying to plan on how to safely reopen whenever Governor Ron DeSantis gives the order.
Death toll rises as Bay Area long-term care facilities fight uphill COVID-19 battle
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are proving to be hotbeds for the novel coronavirus. A growing percentage of COVID-19 cases and deaths are attributed to long-term care facilities.
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are proving to be hotbeds for the novel coronavirus. A growing percentage of COVID-19 cases and deaths are attributed to long-term care facilities.
Bay area food pantry sees record number of families needing food during coronavirus pandemic
The St. Petersburg Free Clinic has seen a 72% increase in the number of families in need of food assistance.
The St. Petersburg Free Clinic has seen a 72% increase in the number of families in need of food assistance.
Police: Clearwater man decapitated family cat to show ‘what he was capable of doing'
Clearwater police have charged Joshua Daniel Pena-Cedillo, 22, with felony animal cruelty related after his stepfather said he found the family cat’s severed head on a stick in the backyard.
Clearwater police have charged Joshua Daniel Pena-Cedillo, 22, with felony animal cruelty related after his stepfather said he found the family cat’s severed head on a stick in the backyard.
Chunks of stucco fall from Clearwater building, slowing traffic
Firefighters in Clearwater say large pieces of stucco have fallen from a senior living building downtown, sending debris flying as they hit the ground.
Firefighters in Clearwater say large pieces of stucco have fallen from a senior living building downtown, sending debris flying as they hit the ground.
Clearwater firefighter tells critically ill 'Make-A-Wish' kids their wishes are just on hold
The coronavirus pandemic has caused the cancellation of many events, including meetings for Make-A-Wish children with terminal illnesses. But a fireman in Clearwater, Florida, offered words of encouragement in a video uploaded on April 22.
The coronavirus pandemic has caused the cancellation of many events, including meetings for Make-A-Wish children with terminal illnesses. But a fireman in Clearwater, Florida, offered words of encouragement in a video uploaded on April 22.
After suing Pinellas County, car wash is now allowed to reopen -- but only for essential workers
Woodie's Wash Shack in St. Petersburg has been authorized to reopen after filing a lawsuit against Pinellas County.
Woodie's Wash Shack in St. Petersburg has been authorized to reopen after filing a lawsuit against Pinellas County.
Boat fire creates plume of smoke near St. Pete Beach
Crews put out a boat fire on Boca Ciega Bay, near St. Pete Beach, Wednesday.
Crews put out a boat fire on Boca Ciega Bay, near St. Pete Beach, Wednesday.