USF St. Pete aims to convert nearly 3,000 pounds of food waste into compost weekly by next fall
Scraps left on students’ plates and food prep waste from USF St. Pete’s dining halls will soon be composted and turned into soil.
Banquet on the Beach benefitting CFY Pinellas this Friday night
There will be quite the party this Friday night at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort on Clearwater Beach. It's the CFY Banquet on the Beach.
Runaway calf caught after running along highways, swimming across river: TSPD
Some Tarpon Springs police officers gained cattle-wrangling experience after a pair of mini-cow calves escaped from their owners, with one managing to get away twice.
Professor launches interactive map of Bay Area waterways to teach its history
A USF St. Pete english professor collaborated with local creatives to launch an interactive map sharing the stories of our waterways.
Man convicted in St. Pete street racing crash that killed 13-year-old
The St. Petersburg motorcyclist on trial for the deadly street racing crash that killed a 13-year-old boy last year was found guilty on Monday.
Florida bill aimed requiring local governments to establish hurricane plans for storm response
As many across the area are still recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, a bill moving through the Florida House aims to require local governments to have more established pre- and post-hurricane plans in place to respond to storms.
Seaside Seabird Sanctuary rebuilt after hurricanes thanks to Greater Good Charities
When a wounded or injured bird is found, the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary takes them in to rehabilitate and care for them until they can be released back into the wild.
Bicyclist hospitalized after crash in Pinellas Park early Sunday morning: PPPD
A bicyclist was hospitalized after a crash at the intersection of 49th Street N and Park Blvd. N, according to the Pinellas Park Police Department.
Fire destroys Clearwater treatment center, causing over $1 million in damage: CFR
The Fairwinds Treatment Center in Clearwater was evacuated on Sunday morning after a fire broke out, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
St. Pete holds 2 tree giveaways to regain canopy growth after Hurricane Milton
The city of St. Pete held two tree giveaways on Saturday to help grow back some of the tree canopy lost during Hurricane Milton.
Treasure Island police investigating 'suspicious' fire that destroys pontoon boat
The city of Treasure Island says police are investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a 20-foot pontoon boat early on Saturday morning.
Trial against man accused of hitting and killing teenager in St. Pete street race underway
The trial for the motorcyclist charged with hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy during an alleged street race in St. Petersburg is underway.
Bay Area experts simulate what a hot car feels like for a child
Experts used a mannequin on Thursday to simulate what a child goes through during heat stroke, showing the tragic reality of just how dangerous it is to leave kids in hot cars.
Report shows sharp decline in people moving to Tampa: ‘It’s like a fire sale’
A new report shows fewer people are moving to Tampa.
Neighbors, organizations petition St. Pete to invest more to prevent youth gun violence
Over the weekend, police said a 13-year-old boy was shot and killed by his friend while the two were reportedly playing with a gun inside a car. The shooting death reignited community concerns about the growing epidemic of youth gun violence in the city.
St. Pete Fire Rescue will get 3 new high-water rescue vehicles ahead of peak hurricane season
First responders rescued 430 people in St. Petersburg during Hurricane Helene.
Homeowner shoots & kills intruder, police searching for second suspect: SPPD
A suspect is dead and another is on the run after a homeowner opened fire early Wednesday during an apparent home invasion, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Hillsborough leaders vote to end Cross Bay Ferry service early
The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.
Pinellas County commissioners discuss moving to a county mayor instead of county administrator
Pinellas County voters could get the chance to decide on what form of government they want.
St. Pete program cultivating next generation of artists
Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.