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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

St. Pete man accused of dismembering girlfriend and killing her mother: PCSO

The suspected killer of his girlfriend and her mother had started dismembering his girlfriend when deputies arrived at the St. Pete home on Saturday, according to an arrest affidavit released Tuesday by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.