More than 10 first responders exposed to narcotic during Largo apartment response

Multiple responding officers and medics are hospitalized after a massive hazmat scene began unfolding at a Largo apartment complex near Ulmerton Road. 

Shore Acres residents launch home dam company following severe flooding from Helene

A Shore Acres homeowner turned a personal disaster into a business venture, creating custom flood barriers to protect local properties after surviving Hurricane Helene.

Former campaign treasurer admits to stealing $200K from St. Pete mayor

St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch is speaking out after his former campaign treasurer pleaded guilty in federal court to stealing more than $200,000 from his reelection account.

Judge finds former Tarpon Springs plastic surgeon guilty of killing Largo lawyer

After a little more than a week of testimony, Judge Joseph Bulone took about 15 minutes to deliberate Wednesday, and found Tomasz Kosowski guilty of first-degree murder in Largo attorney Steven Cozzi’s death in 2023.

Tomasz Kosowski trial: Prosecutors rest case after courtroom demonstration denied

Dr. Tomasz Kosowski asked a lead detective and a prosecutor to perform physical courtroom demonstrations Tuesday to challenge state theories in his murder trial.

Theatre eXceptional gives Bay Area performers with disabilities a spotlight

A local theater company is transforming the Tampa arts scene by ensuring performers with disabilities have an opportunity to take center stage. 

Amendment 3: Clearwater plans for potential $20M revenue loss

Cities and counties across Florida are preparing for possible budget cuts as voters get ready to decide whether to expand the state’s homestead property tax exemption.

Pinellas County Utilities shifts to temporary chlorine disinfection

Pinellas County Utilities customers may notice a chlorine smell in their tap water over the next several weeks as the county begins its routine semiannual water treatment transition.

Coast Guard rescues 2 missing jet skiers near Courtney Campbell Causeway

Two missing jet skiers were rescued Sunday after their jet ski tipped over during a storm and they were swept away near the Courtney Campbell Causeway, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

Lost Tarpon Springs religious painting discovered in Greece after 103 years

A lost century-old religious painting from Tarpon Springs is one step closer to returning home after being discovered in a small town in Greece.

Tomasz Kosowski trial: Evidence reveals online searches before attorney death

A digital forensic detective laid out a chilling timeline about what he says Dr. Tomasz Kosowski reached and documented in the months before prosecutors say he killed Largo attorney Steven Cozzi.

Charges dropped against State Rep. Linda Chaney's husband after $105K repayment

The Pinellas County state attorney has dropped state fund theft charges against William Yovic, husband of State Rep. Linda Chaney, following full repayment of owed sales taxes.

David Jolly gains in governor's race as he focuses on data centers

The Florida governor's campaign got a jolt after a new poll showed Rep. Byron Donalds and Former Rep. David Jolly are locked in a tight race.

Habitat for Humanity completes Longlake Preserve, welcomes final homeowners in Clearwater

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside celebrated the completion of Longlake Preserve on Friday, welcoming the final five families into the affordable housing community.

Clearwater City Council approves street transfers tied to EVO Entertainment Center

After hours of heated debate and public comment, Clearwater City Council voted 3-2 Thursday night to approve another street transfer tied to the Church of Scientology.

School bus rear-ended in fiery Clearwater crash, police say

A car crashed into the back of a school bus and burst into flames Thursday afternoon in Clearwater, according to police.