Florida property tax amendment could force Clearwater to cut 140 jobs
With just a few months to go before the November elections, local governments are planning for the impacts of what may happen at the ballot box.
With just a few months to go before the November elections, local governments are planning for the impacts of what may happen at the ballot box.
Youth sports posters vandalized at Seminole football and cheer facility; man arrested
A Seminole youth football and cheer organization is speaking out after six posters featuring its young athletes were vandalized. Leaders say the posters were a source of pride for the children, making the damage especially upsetting for the players and their parents.
A Seminole youth football and cheer organization is speaking out after six posters featuring its young athletes were vandalized. Leaders say the posters were a source of pride for the children, making the damage especially upsetting for the players and their parents.
Spring Hill murder-suicide: Friends mourn mother killed by deputy ex-boyfriend
A Pinellas County deputy killed his ex-girlfriend and himself on Monday, according to law enforcement.
A Pinellas County deputy killed his ex-girlfriend and himself on Monday, according to law enforcement.
Credit union turns empty walls into educational exhibit through new arts partnership
When Scott Callison looked at the empty walls inside the Lake Michigan Credit Union in St. Petersburg, he didn't just see blank space, he saw an opportunity to educate the community through the arts.
When Scott Callison looked at the empty walls inside the Lake Michigan Credit Union in St. Petersburg, he didn't just see blank space, he saw an opportunity to educate the community through the arts.
St. Pete Beach artist turns paintings into fundraiser for mom’s brain surgery
St. Pete Beach artist and grad student Makaila Zelin is raising money for her mom’s $45,000 brain surgery.
St. Pete Beach artist and grad student Makaila Zelin is raising money for her mom’s $45,000 brain surgery.
Pinellas County School District launches 2026 school year with 'A' rating
Pinellas County Schools launched the 2026 school year Tuesday morning with high academic marks alongside strict new technology policies.
Pinellas County Schools launched the 2026 school year Tuesday morning with high academic marks alongside strict new technology policies.
Spring Hill murder-suicide: Pinellas deputy kills ex-girlfriend over TV set argument
A Pinellas County deputy is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend before taking his own life after an argument over a TV set on Monday.
A Pinellas County deputy is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend before taking his own life after an argument over a TV set on Monday.
Eckerd College campus thrift sale: Program funds student jobs
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
Behind a curtain in Eckerd College's Cobb Gallery sits a temporary summer showroom filled with mini fridges, fans, books, pet supplies and more.
1 critically injured in reported explosion in Tarpon Springs: TSFR
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
A person suffered critical injuries and was flown to an area medical facility Monday morning following a mechanical accident and reported explosion in Tarpon Springs.
‘Everything is ruined’: Oldsmar apartment fire leaves 7 families displaced
The fire broke out just before 8:50 a.m. at the Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes. Flames spread through the attic and through the roof before firefighters brought it under control.
The fire broke out just before 8:50 a.m. at the Aventine at Forest Lakes Apartment Homes. Flames spread through the attic and through the roof before firefighters brought it under control.
Save the Garden seeking signatures to challenge Scientology street vote
A grassroots group is racing to collect more than 7,000 signatures in an effort to overturn the City of Clearwater’s decision to vacate a section of South Garden Avenue.
A grassroots group is racing to collect more than 7,000 signatures in an effort to overturn the City of Clearwater’s decision to vacate a section of South Garden Avenue.
Clearwater lightning strike: Family displaced after bolt hits home
A Clearwater family is picking up the pieces after lightning struck their home. That family faces a long road to recovery before they can move back home.
A Clearwater family is picking up the pieces after lightning struck their home. That family faces a long road to recovery before they can move back home.
St. Petersburg psychologist shares advice for long-term health improvements
Clinical psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Bendick in St. Petersburg emphasizes that improving overall health begins with establishing consistent daily habits rather than overwhelming life overhauls.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Bendick in St. Petersburg emphasizes that improving overall health begins with establishing consistent daily habits rather than overwhelming life overhauls.
101 first-year teachers join Pinellas County Schools before classes resume
Pinellas County Schools welcomed 276 newly hired educators this week as staff returned to classrooms to finalize preparations for students returning to school on Tuesday.
Pinellas County Schools welcomed 276 newly hired educators this week as staff returned to classrooms to finalize preparations for students returning to school on Tuesday.
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport proposes $145 million terminal makeover
The St. Pete-Clearwater Airport is looking to move forward with an expansion and renovation project.
The St. Pete-Clearwater Airport is looking to move forward with an expansion and renovation project.
Clearwater moves $180M sports complex plan forward despite neighborhood concerns
A proposal to replace The Landings Golf Course with a massive sports and entertainment complex is moving forward after a unanimous vote from Clearwater City Council.
A proposal to replace The Landings Golf Course with a massive sports and entertainment complex is moving forward after a unanimous vote from Clearwater City Council.
St. Petersburg flock cameras: Police chief defends license plate readers
As debate grows over Flock cameras, the automated license plate reading cameras, St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway is defending his department’s use of them.
As debate grows over Flock cameras, the automated license plate reading cameras, St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway is defending his department’s use of them.
Traumatic car crash led one woman to discover healing through painting
After a life-changing car accident, Diana Pepper found healing in the most unexpected places.
After a life-changing car accident, Diana Pepper found healing in the most unexpected places.
Sirata Beach Resort: $25M renovations unveiled in St. Pete Beach
A $25 million transformation at the 65-year-old Sirata Beach Resort was showcased Wednesday night during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in St. Pete Beach.
A $25 million transformation at the 65-year-old Sirata Beach Resort was showcased Wednesday night during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in St. Pete Beach.
Stranger’s kindness helps St. Pete Beach shop owner rebuild after hurricanes
Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered the Florida coast, many local business owners are still piecing their lives back together.
Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered the Florida coast, many local business owners are still piecing their lives back together.