Tampa Bay Performing Arts Academy expands student programs with new 125-seat theater

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Academy has moved into a new, larger facility with a 125-seat theater, classrooms and updated technology to expand its student programs.

St. Pete suspicious house fire leaves teen dead, 2 others hospitalized: SPFR

A house fire in the Coquina Key area early Sunday morning has left one teenager dead and two others injured, according to St. Petersburg Fire Rescue.

Palm Harbor hosts Valspar Championship as fans pack iconic Copperhead Course

The Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor is known as one of the toughest PGA Tour events, highlighted by the challenging "Snake Pit" finishing holes.

Clearwater group pushes for voter say on street privatization, targets August ballot

A Clearwater citizens group is one step closer to putting a major decision directly in voters’ hands. The “Save the Garden" initiative is pushing for a referendum that would shift the power to approve street privatization from city leaders to voters.

DeSantis announces plans to for new Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier

The Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier, a landmark for Florida anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, is set for a massive overhaul following damage from Hurricane Milton.

Pinellas County sports tourism hits $30M milestone since October

Since October, Pinellas County has hosted 53 sporting events, generating $30 million in direct spending, according to Caleb Peterson, Director of the VSPC Sports Commission.

Palm Harbor family displaced after fire destroys Cobbs Landing home: PHFR

A Palm Harbor family has been displaced from their home after a fire broke out on Wednesday evening, according to Palm Harbor Fire Rescue.

Paddy Fest St. Pete draws crowds to Williams Park for St. Patrick’s Day celebration

The luck of the Irish was on full display in downtown St. Petersburg this weekend as crowds gathered at Williams Park for the fourth annual Paddy Fest St. Pete.

Pinellas County man accused of beating Chihuahua to death: PCSO

A Pinellas County man is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after deputies say he beat his dog to death for entering a room she was not allowed in, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Carwise Middle School drone team flying to Regional Championship in Alabama

Most students in the Tampa Bay area started spring break on Friday after school got out. When one group of middle schoolers returns, though, they’ll be preparing for the highest level of competition in their young careers.

Tampa Bay area shops saving fabric hunters after JOANN closures: 'Mighty in a little, small spot'

A big corporation can often put the small shops out of business, but when JOANN Fabrics and Crafts closed its doors for good across the country last year, it allowed small businesses to fill that gap for crafters and sewers.