Deputies: Woman lied to adoptive couple about giving birth to get more money
A Pinellas County mother made her first appearance in court Thursday after being accused of scamming a couple who expected to adopt her twins.
A Pinellas County mother made her first appearance in court Thursday after being accused of scamming a couple who expected to adopt her twins.
Two women, both pregnant and in Pinellas County jail, accused of adoption fraud
Investigators announced the arrest of a second woman for adoption fraud this week in Pinellas County.
Investigators announced the arrest of a second woman for adoption fraud this week in Pinellas County.
Drivers, beware: More rain means more street flooding
Steady rains continue across much of the Bay Area, but the coastal and northern counties were seeing the most rain this morning.
Steady rains continue across much of the Bay Area, but the coastal and northern counties were seeing the most rain this morning.
Floodwaters return to Clearwater mobile home park
A mobile home park in Clearwater is filled with water after days and days of rain, leaving some residents stranded.
A mobile home park in Clearwater is filled with water after days and days of rain, leaving some residents stranded.
Bay Area real estate developer buys John's Pass, promises updates
A large portion of John’s Pass has a new owner, the outspoken real estate tycoon Ben Mallah.
A large portion of John’s Pass has a new owner, the outspoken real estate tycoon Ben Mallah.
Safety Harbor woman breeds ball pythons as pets
A Safety Harbor woman has many exotic friends that she keeps as pets. Her love for owning snakes started when her and her husband attended Repto-Con because of her husbands pet bearded dragon. She says she fell in love with ball pythons upon walking into that event.
A Safety Harbor woman has many exotic friends that she keeps as pets. Her love for owning snakes started when her and her husband attended Repto-Con because of her husbands pet bearded dragon. She says she fell in love with ball pythons upon walking into that event.
Good Samaritan helps save woman from drowning at Gandy Beach
One of the men who helped save a woman from nearly drowning is sharing his story. He and his family were at the beach when he noticed the woman face down in the water and not moving, so he rushed to help.
One of the men who helped save a woman from nearly drowning is sharing his story. He and his family were at the beach when he noticed the woman face down in the water and not moving, so he rushed to help.
A bond until the end: Veterans join veterans to honor their lives of service
According to the organization We Honor Veterans, one out of every four dying Americans is a veteran. As veterans age and approach the end of their lives, they often need the kind of understanding that only a fellow veteran has.
According to the organization We Honor Veterans, one out of every four dying Americans is a veteran. As veterans age and approach the end of their lives, they often need the kind of understanding that only a fellow veteran has.
Veterans help dedicate unique underwater memorial
Nearly 40 feet deep in the blue waters off Clearwater, a one-of-a-kind exhibit is now open. The Circle of Heroes memorial was officially dedicated Monday.
Nearly 40 feet deep in the blue waters off Clearwater, a one-of-a-kind exhibit is now open. The Circle of Heroes memorial was officially dedicated Monday.
Pinellas County boat captain develops necrotizing fasciitis from vibrio vulnificus
A Pinellas County boat captain is in the hospital fighting a mean bacterial infection, sometimes called flesh-eating bacteria or necrotizing fasciitis.
A Pinellas County boat captain is in the hospital fighting a mean bacterial infection, sometimes called flesh-eating bacteria or necrotizing fasciitis.
Secret art hiding on dry sidewalks in Clearwater
During the summer, a daily storm is almost guaranteed. Instead of letting those downpours keep you indoors, a new project in Pinellas County hopes the dark skies will brighten your day.
During the summer, a daily storm is almost guaranteed. Instead of letting those downpours keep you indoors, a new project in Pinellas County hopes the dark skies will brighten your day.
Gulfport family loses everything in boat fire
A family is devastated after their boat was struck by lightning and destroyed by the resulting fire Saturday on Boca Ciega Bay.
A family is devastated after their boat was struck by lightning and destroyed by the resulting fire Saturday on Boca Ciega Bay.
Dog escapes alligator's jaws thanks to owner's dad
A golden retriever is recovering after being attacked by an alligator. Buddy Ackerman said he was walking his daughter's dog, Osi when a gator lunged out of the pond and grabbed the dog's hind legs.
A golden retriever is recovering after being attacked by an alligator. Buddy Ackerman said he was walking his daughter's dog, Osi when a gator lunged out of the pond and grabbed the dog's hind legs.
Dunedin's golf cart culture getting boost thanks to expanded road access
Golf carts are a way of life in Dunedin and the people there wouldn’t have it any other way.
Golf carts are a way of life in Dunedin and the people there wouldn’t have it any other way.
Pedestrian dies after stepping into Seminole road, and into path of vehicle, deputies say
A pedestrian was killed in a crash that occurred in Seminole, deputies said.
A pedestrian was killed in a crash that occurred in Seminole, deputies said.
Landmark Paradise Grille is an oasis in the sun
Michael Janecek is living the dream. As owner of the landmark Paradise Grille on Pass-a-Grille Beach, he's found his own little slice of paradise.
Michael Janecek is living the dream. As owner of the landmark Paradise Grille on Pass-a-Grille Beach, he's found his own little slice of paradise.
Big brother of the year: Temple Terrace boy's act of kindness gets national attention
A boy from Temple Terrace became an internet sensation this week for all the right reasons.
A boy from Temple Terrace became an internet sensation this week for all the right reasons.
Pair of whale sharks spotted off the coast of St. Pete
A fisherman spotted a pair of large whale sharks swimming off the coast of St. Pete on Saturday.
A fisherman spotted a pair of large whale sharks swimming off the coast of St. Pete on Saturday.
Fishermen spot whale shark off Clearwater Beach
A group of fishermen got quite a sight during their morning fishing trip as a massive whale shark swam next to their boat.
A group of fishermen got quite a sight during their morning fishing trip as a massive whale shark swam next to their boat.
Woman's body found in Seminole pond
Pinellas County detectives say a woman's body was found near the shoreline of a pond located at The Courtney at Bay Pines Apartment Homes in Seminole.
Pinellas County detectives say a woman's body was found near the shoreline of a pond located at The Courtney at Bay Pines Apartment Homes in Seminole.